The team at Exclusive Journeys are offering a sensational discount on their exclusive HOSTED safari package to Kariega Game Reserve. The original package was R48 000, but is now R38 000. That’s a whopping R10 000 discount! The entire safari is hosted by none other than well-known host and presenter of SafariLive, Ralph Kirsten. Imagine an entire safari experience hosted by leading wildlife experts who are now household names both locally and internationally?
So, why are pushing and encouraging you to go to Kariega Game Reserve? Because the reserve is a top notch destination for a malaria-free safari, and was recently seen on #WildEarth. But it’s not only that. The famous rhino Thandi has just had another calf, and her first calf Thembi has just given birth. Thandi is a granny!#WildEarth recently featured all of these live updates from Kariega. Kariega Game Reserve has its own conservation foundation that are partners in protection of both white and black rhino, which means you’ll get to see rhino in the wild.
In addition to rhino and the plethora of wildlife to spot, there is also a habitat expansion underway where that first coalition of two male cheetah where released. The new males have just started to hunt, which is remarkable to see. It’s a great time to be at Kariega! In time, a female cheetah will be introduced with the hopes of bringing in cubs into the reserve.
The R38 000 special includes:
- 5 days, 4 nights at Kariega Game Reserve in the malaria-free Eastern Cape.
- 2 nights in River Lodge
- 2 nights in Ukhozi Lodge
- Hosted entirely by Ralph Kirsten
- Daily activities, accommodation and return airport transfers
- Valued up until 31 August
Kariega’s landscape spans across five different eco systems, resulting in extremely high game carrying capacities which results in Kariega’s game viewing and birding experience being unsurpassed.
About Kariega Game Reserve
Situated along the malaria-free Garden Route region, Kariega Game Reserve is a premier game reserve within the Western Cape’s most coveted area. Stretching from the end of the Garden Route to the Eastern Cape, Kariega Game Reserve is a must visit destination. It’s here where you’ll not only discover a wealth of wildlife, but also step into the history of the Eastern Cape’s frontier country and traditional Xhosa culture.
This is where you can immerse yourself in this wildlife spectacle on the Garden Route with your Host, Ralph Kirsten. From boat trips on the Kenton river to game drives and more, Kariega offers a world of wonderful activities to all its visitors. Do be on the look out for some noteworthy birdlife, which includes birds such as the Narina trogon, crowned eagles, Knysna woodpecker, Knysna touraco, sunbirds and waders in the surrounding estuarine systems.
When you sign-up for this hosted conservation safari, you will stay at two lodges: Ukhozi Lodge and River Lodge. Ukhozi Lodge embodies the romance of the safari lifestyle in Africa. This stylish lodge is carefully constructed from wood and glass, stone, and other uniquely handcrafted elements.
The lodge is in complete harmony with the environment and has amazing idyllic spaces cocooned subtly into the landscape. The beautiful rim-flow pool on the valley edge is simply iconic and offers guests sweeping views of the wildlife-rich river plains. The meandering paths connect 10 luxurious well-appointed suites, each with sensational plunge pools and exclusive sense of privacy.
River Lodge is a thatched lodge ideally located on the banks of the Bushmans River, and offers magnificent views of the river. There are also 10 suites available, each considered luxurious. These suites have been built in an iconic thatched style.
We invite you to Come and see the rhinos Thandi and Thembi, while learning about the wild from Ralph Kirsten.
Get in touch to book this ONCE IN A LIFETIME package that offers a conservation safari that lets you travel with purpose.