Pumba Private Game Reserve and Spa

The Spa

The tranquil Soul Spa at the malaria free Pumba Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa invites guests to enjoy a great work out in the gym and to soothe the body, mind, and soul.

Inspirations for the scents and remedies used in the Soul Spa at the Pumba Private Game Reserve are taken from fynbos, the desert, and the ocean.

The lodges expert spa therapists are qualified to pamper guests with different therapies, including massages, full body wraps, hot stone therapy, manicures, pedicures, facials, and hydrotherapy. Each spa package is tailored to suit guests specific needs.

Game drives

The malaria free Pumba Private Game Reserve & Spa in the Eastern Cape of South Africa offers guests an excellent game viewing experience not to be forgotten.

Visitors at the Pumba Private Game Reserve can observe the famous 'Big 5' which include lions, leopards, buffalos, rhinos and elephants on exciting game drives through the magnificent bushveld.  Guests may search for over 60 different species of mammals and have the unique opportunity of seeing the rare White Lion stalking prey or lazing around in its natural environment.

Night Safari Drives

The game drive conducted by one of Pumba's qualified guides in the luxury of the open Land Rovers leaves guests thrilled and awe inspired. Visitors may view the breathtaking, free roaming, White Lion pride in their natural habitat. 

The unforgettable night safaris give guests the chance to see an entirely different array of animals as they come out of their hiding places to hunt in the cool darkness of the night.

Animals are seen at night mostly include the elusive aardvark, hyena, and aardwolf.   Lions also revel in the cool evening air, making impressive kills which guests may be lucky enough to witness. The spotlights on Pumba's safari vehicles are unobtrusive, but allow guests to be a part of the after-dark action.

Spa treatments

The calming Soul Spa at the Pumba Private Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa welcomes guests to enjoy a challenging workout in the gym and to soothe the body, mind, and soul.

At the five-star Pumba Private Game Reserve, inspirations for the scents and remedies used at the Spa are taken from fynbos, the desert, and the ocean.

The lodges expert therapists are qualified to pamper guests with various therapies, including massages, full body wraps, hot stone therapy, manicures, pedicures, facials, and hydrotherapy.  Each spa package is tailored to suit guests specific needs.

Gym

A steam room, gym and plunge pool are available to guests staying at the Pumba Private Game Reserve.

Other activities

• Bird watching: more than 250 species of bird
• Birding Safaris
• Bush Walks
• Night Safari Drives
• Stargazing
• Bass Fishing
• Archery
• Botanicals
• Bush Walks
• Stargazing

Bass Fishing

Guests staying at the Pumba Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape may enjoy a day of bass fishing on the beautiful Lake Kariega.   The lodge provides guests with everything required, including fishing rods, lures and tackles. This makes for an ideal family outing accompanied by picnic baskets or sundowners.

Bird Safaris

Pre-arranged bird safaris are available for guests staying at the Pumba Private Game Reserve & Spa using modern birding technology which enables visitors to learn about bird species, habitats, and behaviors.

The lodges qualified birding guides to conduct these safaris through the exquisite Afromontane Forest, along the river banks and valleys of Brookhuizenspoort, and from the magnificent vantage point of our bird hide.

Nearby activities

• Golf Courses
• Historical tours
• Sky Diving
• Horseback Riding
• Hiking trails
• Shopping in Grahamstown
• Township Tours
• Beaches

Archery

Archery is an ancient sport that will test your aim, fitness and skill. At the archery range, guests are briefed and given a demonstration.  Buttresses are placed at specific distances, making your task both challenging and interesting.

Botanical Tour

The area in which the malaria free Pumba Private Game Reserve nestles is predominantly characterized by Sub-Tropical Thicket, or thorny, succulent bushes.  Due to the year-round sunshine and rainfall, this region of South Africa is rich in many forms of vegetation.

The Pumba Game Reserve is home to five of South Africa's seven Bioclimatic Communities or Biomes, which comprise thousands of plant species, including the biomes of Fynbos, Savannah, Grassland, Forest and Subtropical Thicket.

The Botanical tours offered at the  Pumba Private Game Reserve exposes these biomes to guests and introduce the rare and endangered species.

Conference Venue at the Pumba Private Game Reserve and Spa

The Pumba Private Game Reserve and Spa in South Africa's Eastern Cape Province provide conference facilities to business delegates offering a unique event in the African wilderness.