Name: Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve
Address: Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, 6139 Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa, Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, 6139, South Africa
Price range: Prices for upcoming dates start at £323 per night (We Price Match)
Rating: 9.5

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Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve

Amakhala Big Five Game Reserve, 6139 Amakhala Game Reserve, South Africa – Excellent location - show map

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Located in the heart of the Amakhala Game Reserve, Woodbury Tented Camp offers an authentic outdoor experience in safari tents. The camp overlooks the ancient floodplain of the Bushmans River. The en suite canvas tents have a patio and offer views of the valley. Each has a built-in shower, hot running water and electricity. All meals and drinks are included in the rates at Woodbury. Guests can relax in the thatched entertainment area, which is located in the centre of the camp or sit by the camp fire. Activities at Woodbury Tented Camp include game and bird viewing in the Amakhala Game Reserve. 2 game drives per night are also included within the rates. Grahamstown is 45 km away from the camp and Port Elizabeth Airport is 80 km away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type

Number of guests

Tent

1 extra-large double bed

2 single beds

Family Tent

2 single beds

and

1 extra-large double bed

Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff

9.8

Facilities

9.4

Cleanliness

9.5

Comfort

9.5

Value for money

9.2

Location

9.7

Free WiFi

8.3

Guests who stayed here loved

Femke2295
Netherlands
“What an amazing place. I can't descripe how awesome this place is. The staff was awesome, really friendly and so helpfull. The tent had all the comfort you need. The drives were so cool. The guide (Greg) knew how to spot the animals and he was...”
Katie
United Kingdom
“Absolutely loved our 2 night stay at Woodbury Tented Camp. From the moment we arrived, we were made to feel welcome and at ease. The accommodation is beautiful and comfortable, with delicious and plentiful meals and drinks included. We went on 4...”
Onno
Netherlands
“The staff was super friendly, served perfect breakfasts, lunchnes & dinners and cleaned the rooms every day. This experience in nature is one of a kind! Two safaris per night and all dinner & drinks are included in the price”
Holly
United Kingdom
“We had a great few days on safari here. Our ranger, Tim, was brilliant - exceptionally knowledgeable about the animals, and made us feel safe at all times. The tents were clean, comfortable and stayed warm, even in the colder weather. All of the...”
Alys
United Kingdom
“This camp exceeded our expectations by far!! Tents are an understatement - they feel so luxurious and are very comfortable! The service is amazing - didn’t have to think about anything for our entire stay - the food was amazing, great drinks...”
Mohit
India
“Amazing experience!! It was a totally wonderful package of stay (comfortable warm beds, clean rooms), excellent food (we went as a family of 4 and 3 were vegetarians, all efforts were put in to providing them with specially curated vegetarian...”
Caroline
United Kingdom
“Shared accommodation lovely. 2 pools, meals all together as a group. Standard of food great Jesse - Safari guide was excellent, very informative and great with the kids (9yrs & 14yrs) Tents roomy and beds and room tidied and vents in tent changed...”
Jonatan
Switzerland
“We absolutely loved everything about this camp. Perfectly located, great pool, we felt like being on Safari at a friends house. Rob (the ranger) did an amazing job with two amazing game drives, we saw a lot of animals and had great fun. Even the...”
Sabine
Germany
“Our safari was great and we saw lots of animals. Greg was a great guide. We felt very comfortable with you and everything was fine. Best regards from Kim, Leon and Sabine”
Lisa
United Kingdom
“We had a fantastic stay at Woodbury Tented Camp in the Amakhala Game Reserve. The tents were spacious and had everything you need. The staff were friendly and respectful, as were the Rangers. Our ranger, JP, was good fun and very knowledgeable. He...”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.3Based on 9,195 reviews from 19 properties

19 managed properties

Property information

Woodbury Tented Camp is an intimate, three-star bush camp located on the spectacular Amakhala Game Reserve and run by the Gush family, who have lived on the land for five generations. Many of our staff have grown up in the area and take pride in ensuring that your African safari experience is a memorable one. Tucked into a secluded hillside thicket overlooking the ancient floodplain of the Bushman's River, Woodbury Tented Camp is one of the hidden jewels of the Eastern Cape. Ten comfortable en-suite tents on raised bases, each with its own private deck, allow guests to enjoy a rare intimacy with nature. Each tent has hot running water, the option of king-size or twin beds and electric blankets for those cosy evenings. Also in the portfolio are two family tents which connect via a balcony, allowing families to enjoy the African bush together. Twice daily game drives with one of our friendly and professional guides offer the chance for exciting Big Five game viewing and unforgettable sundowners in the bush. Camp life is centred around the thatch-and-canvas dining and lounge area, with its expansive deck overlooking the Woodbury plain.

Neighbourhood information

Grahamstown This 1820 Settler city is only 30 minutes’ drive from Woodbury Lodge. Grahamstown is situated in Frontier Country and maintains its small-town Victorian charm. Beautifully restored and preserved historical buildings line the streets and it is here that you will find the 1820 Settlers Monument erected to commemorate contributions made by the British settlers who settled in the area. Port Alfred & Kenton-on-Sea Port Alfred and Kenton-on-Sea are the heart of the sunshine coast. This scenic coastal town with beautiful beaches makes Port Alfred a popular holiday destination both nationally and internationally. Port Elizabeth Port Elizabeth is just an hour’s drive from Woodbury Lodge, overlooking Algoa Bay and is known as the “Friendly City”. Addo Elephant Park Now the third largest national park in South Africa, Addo Elephant National Park has expanded to conserve a wide range of biodiversity, landscapes, fauna and flora, just 50Km away

Languages spoken

Afrikaans,English,Xhosa

Property surroundings

Restaurants
1 restaurant on site

Restaurant #1
- Ambiance
  Family friendly
- Dietary options
  Vegetarian • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Facilities of Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

House rules
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Check-in

From 13:00 to 14:00

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in

You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.

Check-out

From 08:00 to 11:00

Cancellation/ prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 6 years are welcome.

Children 12 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Cards accepted at this property

Cash is not accepted

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

The rate includes all meals and drinks and 2 game drives per night stay.

Please note that children under the age of 6 cannot be accommodated at Woodbury Tented Camp.

Please note compulsory conservation and park fees are applicable and excluded from the rates. Please contact the property in advance, prior to arrival for these charges.

Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to help protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):
- Swimming Pool
- Horse riding
Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is 3.1 miles from the centre of Amakhala Game Reserve. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.
Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve has 1 restaurant:
- Restaurant #1
Yes, Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is popular with guests booking family stays.
The prices at Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.
Check-in at Woodbury Tented Camp – Amakhala Game Reserve is from 13:00, and check-out is until 11:00.
Yes, this hotel has a pool. Find out the details about the pool and other facilities on this page.