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Family Safari Lodges in South Africa's Eastern Cape.

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Family Safaris in The Malaria Free Eastern Cape

Safari lodges in the Eastern Cape that welcome children under 12

The Eastern Cape area is undoubtedly the most popular region for a family safari in South Africa, as it has a large number of family-friendly lodges and is easily accessible from Cape Town and The Garden Route.

Only 90 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth, the lodges of the Eastern Cape are ideal for people who wish to combine a family holiday including Cape Town and Garden Route with an unforgettable wildlife experience.

The lodges all offer a fully inclusive African safari including accommodation, all meals, 2 safari activities or guided game drives per day in 4x4 vehicles, and an optional guided bush walk each day.

If you would like us to include a safari in one of these outstanding lodges as part of your trip to South Africa, please click here.

Alternatively if you are only looking to book just a safari you can either browse our selection of famiiy safari lodges in the Eastern Cape below and book directly through this site, or ask us to recommend a lodge based on your budget.

For self-drive safaris in the Eastern Cape, see Addo Elephant National Park.

Amakhala Game Reserve: Stay 3 nights for the price of 2.

Valid for travel from 1 May 2010 to 31 May 2010
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Properties 1 to 5 of 21

Sarili Lodge (access via 1st Gate)

Safari Lodge
Perfect for families or small parties, the lodge has 5 en-suite rooms in total - 2 luxury rooms with a balcony, 2 that open out onto a patio, and a suite. All the rooms have air-conditioning and a private minibar, as well as tea and coffee making facilities.

From R3385 ( approx U$ 470 ) per person.

Children Welcome - Special kids programme available

Kariega Main Lodge

Safari Lodge
The accommodation at Kariega Lodge consists of 1, 2, 3 and 4 bedroom log chalets. Each chalet is decorated in an ethnic style and are very spacious.

From R2010 ( approx U$ 279 ) per person.

Amakhala Safari Lodge

Safari Lodge
African tribal design has inspired the creation of this intimate thatched lodge and its 11 stylish air-conditioned en-suite rooms with tented fronts, which open out onto your private deck with its own plunge pool. The rooms also have a small separate lounge area.

From R2795 ( approx U$ 388 ) per person.

Woodbury Lodge

Safari Lodge
Designed with great care to blend in with the natural surroundings, the 6 thatched stone sleeping lodges are comfortably appointed, with en-suite bathrooms, and each boasts a unique and breathtaking view from their wooden decks. There is a central dining room and barbecue area, plus a lounge bar and swimming pool for guest's enjoyment in-between game drives.

From R2210 ( approx U$ 307 ) per person.

Gorah Elephant Camp (access within Addo)

Safari Lodge
Your accommodation is in spacious and luxurious tented suites, which are reminiscent of the golden era of safaris in the early 1900s, yet with all the comfort and excellence associated with Africa's finest game lodges. Sumptuous breakfasts and superb lunches are both served in the elegant dining room, or on the veranda overlooking the waterhole.