Embark on an unforgettable Amakhala Game Reserve safari from Port Elizabeth, a malaria-free adventure that lets you experience the best of South Africa’s Eastern Cape in just one day. Located about an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth, Amakhala Game Reserve spans 18,000 acres of breathtaking wilderness, home to the legendary Big Five — lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo, and elephant — along with cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, wildebeest, antelope, and over 250 bird species.
Guided by experienced rangers in open safari vehicles, you’ll journey through diverse landscapes ranging from bushveld to savannah, stopping for wildlife sightings and refreshment breaks along the way. This Port Elizabeth safari day trip is perfect for travelers seeking a short but immersive African wildlife experience. With close-up encounters, professional guiding, and the dramatic scenery of the Eastern Cape, the Amakhala Game Reserve safari promises memories that last a lifetime.
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Operating days: On Request
Departure time: 0800 hours
Duration: 1 day
Departure point: Port Elizabeth
Arrival point: Port Elizabeth
Special instructions: please contact Across Africa Tours and Travel to confirm your departure information at least one week before your first day of travel
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On this Amakhala Game Reserve safari, you can expect a seamless day trip filled with incredible wildlife encounters and breathtaking scenery. After a short drive of just about an hour from Port Elizabeth, you’ll arrive at this malaria-free reserve and be welcomed with refreshments before boarding an open safari vehicle. Your professional ranger will guide you deep into Amakhala’s 18,000 acres of wilderness, where you’ll have the chance to spot the Big Five — lion, leopard, rhino, elephant, and buffalo — along with cheetah, giraffe, zebra, wildebeest, and numerous antelope species.
The reserve is renowned for its diverse ecosystems, hosting five of South Africa’s seven biomes, from bushveld to savannah. This means you’ll not only see iconic African wildlife but also learn about the smaller creatures, birdlife, and plant species that make the ecosystem thrive. The half-day safari includes refreshment stops, a hearty lunch, and plenty of photo opportunities. By the end of your adventure, you’ll return to Port Elizabeth with unforgettable memories of a true African Big Five safari day trip in the Eastern Cape.
See local wildlife in its natural habitat on a half-day safari tour. Make your way to the Amakhala Game
Reserve, about an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth. Your experienced and knowledgeable ranger will show
you around the malaria-free reserve. Experience unforgettable wildlife sightings and breathtaking scenery
from the back of an open safari vehicle. Informative, professional rangers will guide you through Amakhala
Game Reserve in open Land Rovers. Here you can return to nature and explore the abundant wildlife, the
diverse vegetation, and the dramatic landscape of the Eastern Cape. On Amakhala Game Reserve’s 18 000
acres, the animals you are likely to encounter are lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, cheetah, giraffe, zebra,
wildebeest, monkeys, tortoise, and plenty of antelope species. You might be lucky and see more elusive and
shy animals like a hyena or bat-eared fox. This is your chance to be privileged enough to see the worldfamous African animals close in their habitat. The game drives focus not only on the giant, majestic beasts but also on the humble smaller mammals, birds, and insects, which will leave you in awe. The reserve hosts five South Africa’s seven biomes, from bushveld to savannah. Refreshment breaks have been included to make your safari experience much more enjoyable. This safari experience will create memories that will linger for a lifetime.
