Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge

Your journey to Sibuya Game Reserve begins with a scenic 40-minute boat ride from Sibuya Reception in Kenton-on-Sea, cruising along the magnificent Kariega Estuary. This unique approach leads you to a malaria-free private game reserve, nestled within the breathtaking Eastern Cape valleys and forests. Sibuya is home to the Big 5 and offers a variety of experiences, including game drives and river cruises, with accommodation options ranging from two luxury tented eco-camps to two luxury lodges.

All transfers and accommodation at Sibuya are fully inclusive, featuring African-themed meals, local beverages, game drives, boat cruises, and various river activities. Each eco-tented room at Forest and River Camp provides luxury bedding, an all-weather roof, and a private bathroom with a shower and freestanding bath. Glass doors open onto a private wooden deck, offering views of either the Estuary or the surrounding indigenous forest.

Bush Lodge features two secluded, air-conditioned luxury suites, each with both an outdoor and indoor shower, plus a private viewing deck. A modern three-bedroom cottage offers exclusive luxury with three en-suite bathrooms, expansive viewing decks, a heated swimming pool, and air conditioning in all rooms.

Nel’s Lodge, the newest addition, boasts two luxury en-suite bedrooms and a third bedroom with a private bathroom. The lodge features split-level decks, a spacious open-plan lounge and dining area, air conditioning, and a heated swimming pool with captivating views over the Reserve and the Estuary as it winds towards the Indian Ocean.

Sibuya’s accommodation venues are fully catered, with each camp and lodge providing its own dedicated guides and game drive vehicles. Evenings are spent around the campfire, where the distant sounds of the ocean, the calls of owls, and the mournful cries of jackals blend with the crackling fire, all beneath a canopy of stars.

Inclusive activities cover boat transfers, birdwatching, bush walks (away from dangerous game), swimming in the salt-water Estuary or heated lodge pools, fishing, canoeing, and picnics for stays of three nights or more. For those seeking additional experiences, optional activities available at an extra charge and requiring advance booking include horse riding within the Reserve, a specialist bird-guiding experience, spa treatments, golf, and deep-sea fishing. Guests can enjoy complimentary secure parking at Sibuya Game Reserve and Lodge’s Reception in Kenton-on-Sea.

Pre-arranged shuttle services are available from Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha) or East London (Buffalo City) Airport, approximately a 1.5 or 2.20-hour drive, respectively, to Sibuya’s Reception in Kenton-on-Sea. This location is particularly favored by couples, earning a rating of 9.9 for two-person trips.