Settlers Drift is a 5-star luxury tented lodge located in a remote and untouched part of the Kariega wilderness, offering a unique safari experience. The lodge offers 9 spacious tented suites (each 110m²) – each with an opulent bedroom and living area, full bathroom, indoor/outdoor shower, mini-bar and private viewing deck. Lodge facilities include a restaurant, bar, wine cellar, spacious decks, pool, boma, curio shop, library and spa treatments. Kariega is a 10,000 ha private game reserve offering a combination of close up Big 5 game viewing and an expansive variety of fauna, flora and birdlife in a landscape spanning 5 eco-systems.
Private tented suites (each 110m²) - each with an opulent bedroom and living area, full bathroom, indoor/outdoor shower, mini-bar, stunning views and private viewing deck. Rates include all meals, beverages, safari drive twice daily & river cruises.
24-hour Security, Bar, Business Centre, Internet Access, Library, Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Airport Shuttle, Credit Card Facilities, Laundry Service
Big 5, Bird Watching, Boating, Canoeing, Fine Dining, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, Kayaking, Massages, Rhino Tracking, Safaris, Walks
Animal Encounters, Beach, Big 5, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Boating, Canoeing, Catch-and-release Fishing, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Elephant-back Safaris, Fishing, Game Drives, Game Viewing, Game Walks, General Sightseeing, Golf, Helicopter Rides, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Horse-back Safaris, Hot Air Ballooning, Kayaking / Paddling, Marine Adventures, Rhino Tracking, River Cruises, Safaris, Scuba Diving, Shark Cage Diving, Surfing, Tree-top Canopy Tours, Windsurfing, Wine Tasting
The Kariega Game Reserve safari experience is centered around twice daily game drives. Guests will be delighted with close up viewing of a diversity of wild African game including lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, zebra, a host of antelope species, and much more including a myriad of exquisite birdlife. Skilled and knowledgeable game rangers will spend time unraveling some of the secrets of the African bush, will see to any specific requests, and ensure that all your questions are answered.
At Kariega Game Reserve there are a number of walking trails that guests can enjoy with their ranger. Guided safari walks allow guests to experience the feel of the African bush and enjoy watching wildlife and birds on foot.
Settlers Drift is located on the Bushman's River and is a great place for fishing.
The tented Wellness Centre or Sala is a great place to unwind and relax and offers luxurious treatments and therapies.
The Bushman's River provides a great river safari option. Guests can enjoy exquisite scenery and enchanting birdlife including the Crowned, Martial and African Fish Eagles. Guests to Settlers Drift can choose to arrive and depart by boat too.