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Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift

4.0 star property
All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast

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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; international cuisine, garden views
Luxury Tent, River View | Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio
Interior
Interior entrance

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Spa
  • 24/7 front desk
  • All-inclusive
  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
The current price is AU$2,021
includes taxes & fees
10 May - 11 May

Explore the area

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R72, Alexandria, Kenton on Sea, Eastern Cape, 6105
  • Kenton on Sea Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Lalibela Game Reserve
    ‪61 min drive‬
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
    ‪75 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Tent, River View

Luxury Tent, River View

Highlights

Furnished patio
Separate sitting area
Fireplace
Air conditioning
Free minibar items
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Deep-soaking bath
  • River view
  • 110 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

About the area

Kenton on Sea

An all-inclusive stay in Kenton on Sea awaits you at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift. You'll be 11.3 km (7 mi) from Quin Sculpture Garden and 15.4 km (9.6 mi) from Kariega Centre. Highlights at this lodge include a full-service spa, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .A day of pampering can include massages, facials and mani/pedis. The lodge's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Enjoy the pool loungers along with access to boat tours and a safari. Plus you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free full breakfast is offered between 10 AM and 11 AM. There's also free self parking, along with the convenience of an airport shuttle. .Places within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Kenton on Sea lodge include Kariega Heights and Mosaic Studio.
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What's nearby

  • Shelley Bay - 14 min drive - 17.3 km
  • Kenton on Sea Beach - 17 min drive - 16.8 km
  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 61 min drive - 97.4 km
  • Rhodes University - 65 min drive - 59.3 km
  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 75 min drive - 60.1 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Mnyameni Cash Store - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift

All-inclusive lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast
Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift is an all-inclusive lodge. Room rates include meals and beverages at on-site restaurants and bars. Other items and amenities, including taxes and gratuities, and access to recreational activities and entertainment may also be included. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages and other amenities.

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift offers its guests a full-service spa and an outdoor pool. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the business-friendly Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Kenton on Sea lodge.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift offers 9 air-conditioned accommodations with fireplaces and free minibar items. Rooms open to furnished patios. This accommodation offers separate sitting areas. Beds feature premium bedding. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, slippers and complimentary toiletries. Business-friendly amenities include desks and safes. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottles of water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the lodge's full-service spa. Services include facials and manicures and pedicures.

Languages

English

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  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
4.3 out of 5, Excellent, 9 reviews
The price is AU$1,437
includes taxes & fees
23 May - 24 May
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 10 AM to 11 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Boat tours
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Infinity pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Free stocked minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift

Children and extra beds

  • Children 10 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 10 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: ZAR250 per person, per night. This fee does not apply to children under 3 years of age.

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway beds are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Children 10 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift Safari Port Elizabeth
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

As of 22 Apr 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift on 10 May 2025 start from AU$1,979.04, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

Yep, Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

The closest beach to Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift is Kenton on Sea Beach (15.5 km).

Is there a spa on site at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift. You'll enjoy services like facials.

Does Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift have a pool?

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift has an infinity pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella.

What makes Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and couples dining, as well as deep-soaking baths and premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Does Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift serve breakfast?

You bet, complimentary full breakfast is served daily between 10 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Kariega Game Reserve Settlers Drift Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raphael

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best place!

Amazing place. Rooms are beautiful and the rangers put so much effort into making it the most special experience you’ll ever have on safari. Drives are amazing and you feel that everyone cares so much. Loved it- wish we were still there!! Special thanks to our ranger Wayne who was superb!!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

AR, SWales UK

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A very, very special experience! Game drives wonderful, accommodation superb and every effort made to make stay memorable... with complete success.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great Experience, beautiful lodge

An amazing hotel with great staff, highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Thank You for making our honeymoon Settlers Drift

We chose to stay at Settler’s Drift as part of our honeymoon, and we were treated like King and Queen from start to finish - it was amazing! Each suite was huge, monkeys were outside the glass-walled shower. The safaris morning and evening were incredible,each time we saw something new or rare but our safari ranger knew where to find them and each of our requests to see a certain creature was fulfilled within the 3 days we were there. Greeted back after each safari with a hot towel and a drink, and having the best trucks which held 6 people maximum complete with blankets and drinks was incredible and felt very exclusive. We even were treated as a surprise to a private meal in a private room one evening, and the other nights were spent with others and our ranger Louis who was great company and had amazing knowledge for someone of his age. The food and drink was amazing, and the service second to none. We’d recommend this to everyone, it was One of the best experiences of our lives!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Kerry, Atlanta,ga

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

AMAZING game reserve

This was a fabulous experience for me and my husband. You are treated like you are special and have such great food and game reserves.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Ole

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect property.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Top experience

Amazing experience from we arrived until we left again 4 days later. Top service minded staff, fantastic game drives with our super guide Gladman. Food tents the service was perfect with sense for details. Will definitely come back one day
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2018