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Samara Lodge is situated in the malaria-free Great Karoo. Located about a 1-hour drive from Graaff Reinet and 260km from Port Elizabeth, this is one of the largest private reserves in the country. Nowhere else in South Africa can you experience the vast mountain plateaus with views across 280 sq km of wilderness. This beautiful area allows you to be part of Samara’s conservation efforts and help preserve global biodiversity.

Samara Private Game Reserve is home to 3 air-conditioned accommodation with wide verandas decorated in tasteful, light colours and touches of Africa. Be enveloped in comfort at Karoo Lodge which sleeps up to 12 guests in luxury Karoo cottages or stylish bedrooms in the Colonial homestead. The exclusive use Manor at Samara indulges 8 guests in total privacy in 4 luxury double bedrooms. Rustic Mountain Retreat is a nature experience for up to 10 guests in 5 double bedrooms. Combining a mix of colonial and Karoo-style decor, all lodges are equipped with a tea/coffee maker and a classic country decor. Some are come with a 4-poster bed and a fireplace.

Samara Private game Reserve offers you a variety of exciting activities, including exciting safaris, morning and late afternoon game drives, cheetah tracking on foot, and walks to view Khoi-San paintings discovered on the property. Here guests can swim in the outdoor pool, schedule a rejuvenating massage treatment or cine in the boma under the stars tempted by delicious cuisine and quality wines. If you prefer something more active, you can make use of the tennis courts.