South African Lodges

Garden Route Game Lodge

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Restaurants

Dining at the Garden Route Game Lodge

Dining at the beautiful Garden Route Game Lodge in South Africa is an incredible delight. Guests enjoy their meals in the Serengeti Restaurant, which offers an interactive dining experience and safari cuisine.

Excellent South African wines complement the meals. The expansive wooden decks at the Garden Route Game Lodge provide a perfect place where scenic views of the valleys below can be enjoyed.

  • Breakfast and dinner
  • Special children’s menus and meal times are available
  • Kindly inform us of any special dietary requirements when making your reservation.

Activities, Sports & Leisure

Game viewing

Guests at the Garden Route Game Lodge near Mossel Bay have the chance to participate in breathtaking sunset and sunrise game drives in an open Landrover accompanied by an experienced game ranger. The Ranger enables fantastic sightings of white rhino, lion, buffalo, elephant and cheetah.
 
The game reserve of the Garden Route Game Lodge is also home to zebras, giraffes and several antelope species including Bontebok, kudu, red hartebeest, eland, springbok, and impala.
 
The game drives through the reserve taking between 2 and 3 hours and include coffee stops on the morning drive, and a sundowner stops on the late afternoon/evening drive.

Kids Bushwise Activity Program

All children are invited to take part in the thrilling morning and evening game drives when accompanied by an adult.  Families are travelling with the kids either have their game vehicle or share it with other families. Babysitting services are available.
 
The friendly game ranger holds the Kids Bushwise Activity program at the lodge.  This exciting children holiday program includes activities such as kids game drives where children experience the excitement of getting up close to Africa's wildlife in the game reserve, a guided bush walk and insect walk.  Fishing at the nearby waterhole is also available for children.
 
Kids enjoy the interactive tours at the Reptile Center which is home to numerous snakes and crocodiles. 
 
Other children facilities at the Garden Route Game Lodge include a heated and cold swimming pool as well as two children’s themed play areas.
 

Swimming

The Garden Route Game Lodge features an outdoor swimming pool with a wooden deck which provides the perfect place for relaxation on the comfortable sun lounge chairs.

Facilities

Day Itinerary

An overnight stay at the Garden Route Game Lodge, South Africa

  • 14:00 Check in
  • 16:00 (May-Aug), 16:30 (April and September) & 17:00 (October to March)  Depart for evening game drive with your ranger, enjoy a sundowner stop at the lookout point on the reserve.
  • 19:00 Return to the Garden Route Game Lodge for dinner in the Boma or the Serengeti’s Restaurant.
  • 21:00 Enjoy a quiet evening at leisure.

Next day:

  • 7:15 Depart on the sunrise game drive with the game ranger
  • 9:00 return to the lodge for a full buffet breakfast in the Serengeti’s Restaurant.
  • 10:30 Join the guided tour to the Reptile Center.
  • 12:30 Enjoy a light lunch at the restaurant or the poolside.

Services

Check in and Check Out Times
  • Check in: 0:00
  • Check out: 0:00
General Services
  • Airport transfers
  • Babysitting
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping service
  • Kid's entertainment
  • Safari drives
  • Tours & Transfers on Request
  • Wake-up call
Malaria Status and Animals
  • The Garden Route Game Lodge is in a malaria free region which is ideal for families travelling with children.

Children Policy
    • Kids of all ages can be accommodated at the Garden Route Game Lodge.
    • Children can share accommodation in the Luxury Lodge Family Rooms.
    • Children between 6 to 12 years pay half price for accommodation packages, meals and game drives.
    • Children between 3 and six years pay a quarter the price for accommodation packages, meals and game drives.
    • Children under the age of 3 are accommodated free of charge.
    • A maximum of 2 kids and one infant can be provided per room with a maximum of 2 adults sharing.
    • The children activities which are part of the 'Kids on Safari' program including extra game drives
    • Parents are welcome to join the children's game drive in the early afternoon.
    • Babysitting is available during game drive times as well as meal times.
Children Activities
  • The Garden Route Game Lodge near Mossel Bay, South Africa, nestles in a malaria free region which is ideal for families travelling with children. The perfect location on the lush Garden Route with its proximity to Cape Town makes it an easily accessible and convenient family safari destination.
     
    Kids of all ages are welcome to participate in the morning and evening game drives when accompanied by an adult.  Families are travelling with children either have their game vehicle or share it with other families. Babysitting services are available.
     
    The friendly game ranger conducts the Kids Bushwise Activity program. This exciting children holiday program includes activities such as kids game drives where children experience the excitement of getting up close to Africa's wildlife in the game reserve, a guided bush walk and insect walk.  Fishing at the nearby waterhole is also available for children.
     
    Kids enjoy the interactive tours at the Reptile Center, which is home to numerous snakes and crocs.
     
    Other kids facilities at the Garden Route Game Lodge include a heated and cold swimming pool as well as two children’s themed play areas.
     
     The restaurant at the Garden Route Game Lodge offers a kiddies menu.  Early meal times for breakfast, as well as dinner, are set for kids. Room service at the Garden Route Game Lodge is also available.

Available Rooms

Lodge room

Lodge Room
The Lodge Rooms offer refined comfort in a tranquil garden setting, each featuring a private viewing patio and a stylish en-suite bathroom with his-and-hers vanities and walk-in shower. Decorated in a contemporary African style, these rooms are thoughtfully appointed with modern amenities and enjoy easy access to the lodge’s swimming pools. Overlooking landscaped gardens, guests can relax and take in sweeping sunset views across the game reserve.

Room Highlights

  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
  • Private viewing patio
  • Air conditioning and ceiling fan
  • Fully stocked minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Lodge Family Room

Family Lodge Room
The Family Lodge Rooms offer generous space and effortless comfort for families seeking a relaxed safari escape. Each room features a private viewing patio and a well-appointed en-suite bathroom with his-and-hers vanities, bath, and shower. Tastefully decorated in a contemporary African style, the room includes a king-size bed, two sleeper couches, and the option of a cot for infants. Ideally located near the lodge’s swimming pools and children’s play area, these rooms overlook landscaped gardens and enjoy beautiful sunset views across the game reserve.

Room Highlights

  • En-suite bathroom with bath and shower
  • Private viewing patio
  • Air conditioning and ceiling fans
  • King-size bed with sleeper couches
  • Fully stocked minibar, microwave, tea & coffee station
  • Flat-screen satellite TV, DVD player and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Valley View Chalet

Valley View Chalet
The Valley View Chalets offer exceptional privacy in free-standing luxury units, designed for tranquil bush living. Each chalet features a private viewing deck and a stylish en-suite bathroom, with interiors finished in an elegant contemporary African aesthetic. Linked to the main lodge by a wooden walkway, the chalets overlook a lush indigenous valley alive with birdlife and offer uninterrupted sunset views across the game reserve, an idyllic retreat for rest and renewal.

Room Highlights

  • En-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
  • Private viewing deck
  • Air conditioning and in-room safe
  • Fully stocked minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Flat-screen satellite TV and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Deluxe Chalet

Deluxe Chalet
The Deluxe Chalet offers generous space and refined comfort in a serene bush setting. Elegantly styled in a contemporary African aesthetic, each chalet features a luxurious en-suite bathroom with a spacious shower or bath, double vanity, and separate WC. A private viewing deck invites guests to unwind while overlooking a lush indigenous valley alive with birdlife, and to savour breathtaking sunset views across the game reserve. Linked to the main lodge by a wooden walkway, the Deluxe Chalet is a peaceful retreat designed for effortless relaxation.

Room Highlights

  • Luxury en-suite bathroom with bath or shower
  • Private viewing deck
  • Air conditioning and in-room safe
  • Nespresso machine, minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Flat-screen satellite TV and complimentary Wi-Fi
  • Daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Luxury Suite

Luxury Suite
The Luxury Suite is a free-standing sanctuary and the lodge’s newest addition, offering refined space and exceptional privacy. Thoughtfully positioned to overlook the game reserve, the suite features a private deck and elegant, contemporary décor with warm, earthy accents. The lavish en-suite bathroom includes a freestanding bath, double vanity, and separate shower, while an outdoor bath and shower immersed in the African bush create a truly unforgettable safari experience.

Suite Highlights

  • En-suite bathroom with freestanding bath and separate shower
  • Outdoor bath and shower
  • Private viewing deck overlooking the game reserve
  • Wood-burning fireplace and air conditioning
  • Nespresso machine, fully stocked minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Custom-designed soft furnishings and luxury amenities
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi and daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Luxury Family Suite

Luxury Family Suite
The Luxury Family Suite is a free-standing, two-bedroom retreat offering refined space and privacy for families. Beautifully positioned to overlook the game reserve, the suite features a spacious main bedroom and a second bedroom, both opening onto a private deck. Fresh, contemporary décor with natural, earthy accents creates a relaxed sense of luxury, while the indulgent en-suite bathroom includes a freestanding bath, double vanity, spacious shower, and separate toilet. An outdoor bath and shower set in the African bush complete this exceptional safari escape.

Suite Highlights

  • Two-bedroom free-standing suite
  • En-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, shower, and separate WC
  • Outdoor bath and shower
  • Private viewing deck overlooking the game reserve
  • Wood-burning fireplace and air conditioning
  • Nespresso machine, fully stocked minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Custom-designed soft furnishings and luxury amenities
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi and daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking

Luxury Family Suite w/Pool

Luxury Family Suite with Plunge Pool
The Luxury Family Suite with Plunge Pool is a free-standing, two-bedroom sanctuary and the lodge’s newest addition, offering generous space and exceptional privacy for families. Beautifully positioned to overlook the game reserve, the suite features a spacious main bedroom and a second bedroom, both opening onto a private deck. Contemporary, earthy décor creates a refined yet relaxed atmosphere, while the luxurious en-suite bathroom offers a freestanding bath, double vanity, spacious shower, and separate toilet. An outdoor bath and shower set in the African bush, along with a private plunge pool, elevate the safari experience to unforgettable levels.

Suite Highlights

  • Two-bedroom free-standing suite
  • En-suite bathroom with freestanding bath, shower, and separate WC
  • Outdoor bath and shower
  • Private plunge pool and viewing deck
  • Wood-burning fireplace and air conditioning
  • Nespresso machine, fully stocked minibar, tea & coffee station
  • Custom-designed soft furnishings and luxury amenities
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi and daily discreet housekeeping
  • Non-smoking
 

GPS Co-Ordinates

Latitude: -34.201431

Longitude: 21.635546

Directions

The Garden Route Game Lodge is off the N2 along South Africas beautiful Garden Route in the Western Cape.

Directions from Cape Town to the Garden Route Game Lodge:

Take the N2 highway out of Cape Town and head east for 348 km.
Once you get to a small town called Albertinia, the entrance to the Garden Route Game Lodge will be 7km after this city.

Directions from George to the Garden Route Game Lodge:

Take the N2 highway and head west for 85 km.
Once you cross over the Gouritz River Bridge (Bungy Jumping), the entrance to the Lodge will be 12 km after the bridge.

Parking

On site parking facilities are provided for guests.

Star Rating

4 Star

Memberships

  • AA Quality Assured Associate