South Africa

$1499—South Africa 5-star safari for 2, reg. $6030

Bukela Game Lodge
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Flexible Deal

Save now and choose your dates when you're ready. Vouchers are refundable for 14 days, or you can extend the refund period when you buy them. Learn more.

Why We Love This Deal

Travelzoo Members rave about this 5-star South Africa safari: "Simply amazing. Far exceeded our expectations." From the lodging to the gourmet food and the Big 5 sightings, you'll be pampered. 

Spend 5 nights from $750 per person with this offer. That's up to 75% less than the regular price. It covers luxury accommodations. A top-rated meal plan. And expert-led game drives in the breathtaking wilderness.

What's Included

  • Two guests can stay for 5 nights in a luxury tent—these feature a sleeping area, a separate lounge area, an en suite bathroom and a minibar
  • Prices are per tent, not per person, and include VAT
    • $1499  May–September 2025
    • $2179  October 2025–April 2026
  • Travelzoo Member perks:
    • All meals (beverages not included)
    • Two daily game drives on the 18,000-acre Amakhala Game Reserve, known for its frequent Big 5 sightings
  • Option to extend your stay with additional nights starting from $295 per night
  • Not included: Beverages and a nightly per-person conservation levy of R210 (approx. US$11) through Aug. 31; and R230 ($approx. US$12) from Sept. 1 onward
  • Not available on: Dec. 20, 2025–Jan. 10, 2026

97%
Enjoyed This
"Amazing experience! We loved everything about the lodge and the safari drives! The staff was great and our guide, Lucky, was wonderful and super knowledgeable! I would highly recommend Bukela for an amazing vacation!"
Barbara
Jan 29, 2025 - Sterling Heights, USA
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More Reasons to Go

  • The spacious tents feature panoramic views of the valley from wraparound decks
  • The property is nestled among indigenous trees and bushes in a secluded river valley
  • There are two sparkling pools and an active waterhole on the camp
  • South Africa is a year-round destination. Visit in summer for newborns, migrations and storms. Or go in winter for dry weather and cool evenings
  • All the adventure calls for some relaxation. Guests can indulge in a treatment from the Bukela Spa

About the Destination

To reach Bukela Game Lodge, travelers will fly into Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (Port Elizabeth International Airport). From there, it's a one-hour drive to the lodge. Airport transfers can be arranged through the lodge at an additional cost.

Flights are not included in this deal.

How to book: Purchase this deal from Travelzoo, then follow the instructions on the voucher to make a reservation for your desired travel dates. To check availability or for general questions, please call +27 21 424 1530 or email reservations@lionroars.com. Guests can combine multiple vouchers for longer stays, subject to restrictions. The number of rooms available at this discounted rate is limited, and dates may sell out; we highly recommend booking early to get your desired dates. Any unused Promotional Value will be forfeited upon checkout. Voucher(s) must be used in 1 visit.

Voucher cancellation and refund policy:  Within 14 days of purchase, Travelzoo will give you a full refund if you change your mind or can't find dates that suit you. Once you book your dates, changes and cancellations are subject to the hotel's cancellation or rescheduling policy and may result in a fee or voucher forfeiture. You must cancel your reservation directly with the hotel prior to refunding your voucher. Vouchers can be refunded online by going to "My Account.” After 14 days, your voucher becomes nonrefundable. For a fee, you can make vouchers refundable until their expiration date when you check out.

Cancellation policy: Until the voucher’s Promotional Value Expiration Date, Travelzoo will give you a full refund of your purchase if you can't find dates that suit you or you can't travel. If you've already booked your dates, simply cancel with the hotel at least 30 days prior to arrival and contact Travelzoo for a refund. If you cancel or change your booking in violation of the hotel's cancellation policy, you may be subject to additional cancellation/change fees by the hotel.

Occupancy rules: Price based on a maximum of 2 guests per room. Children under 12 are not permitted.

Additional hotel-specific charges: A conservation levy of R210 per person, per night applies through Aug. 31, 2025. For stays from Sept. 1, 2025 through April 30, 2026, this will increase to R230 per person, per night (approx. US$11–US$12). This is not included and will be paid directly to the lodge.

Other hotel policies: Accessible accommodations are not available at Bukela Game Lodge. The lodge is not pet friendly. Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcohol. Guests must adhere to lodge rules and policies.

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When You Can Go

May 2025–April 2026

97%
Enjoyed This
(29 Member Ratings)
Ratings & reviews reflect verified member feedback for Bukela Game Lodge over the past 15 months.
5.0 Ambiance
4.9 Location
4.9 Rooms
5.0 Quality of Service
5.0 Value for the Money
4.7 Ease of Booking
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Enjoyed Most
Excellent. Wonderful accommodations, fantastic, attentive staff.
Other Comments
Top notch staff.
Brett Feb 20, 2025 Chicago, USA
Enjoyed Most
Lucky was the best guide for our safaris. He was very knowledgeable and respectful of the animals.
Pamela Feb 01, 2025 Port Clinton, USA
Enjoyed Most
5 stars in every traditional measure (service, room, food), but that doesn't capture the experience. There's no easy way to describe it, best to experience it for yourself if South Africa is in your plans.
audrey Jan 07, 2025 Fort Lauderdale, USA
Enjoyed Most
We were able to redeem a Travelzoo 5 night Safari in the Luxury tents at Bukela Game Lodge. This was absolutely wonderful experience!!! The staff is incredible, the food is amazing (and you never went hungry!) We had amazing Rangers/guides and did extra experiences included a bird drive and walkabout. I highly recommend both! The Tents are certinaly luxorious and very comfortable! Each tent has their own deck with amazing views. We highly recommend Bekula Game Reserve!!
Ian Sep 24, 2024 Port Orchard, USA
Enjoyed Most
The staff made the experience amazing. So memorable. Friendly, efficient, hard working, thoughtful. The guides/rangers were unbelievable at tracking the animals. We were close up and personal with all of the animals we wanted to see: rhinos, elephants, cheetahs, giraffes, zebras, lions, buffalo, warthogs, tons of birds including ostriches.
Lauren Sep 18, 2024 West Hartford, USA
Enjoyed Most
Amazing experience! We loved everything about the lodge and the safari drives! The staff was great and our guide, Lucky, was wonderful and super knowledgeable! I would highly recommend Bukela for an amazing vacation!
Barbara Jan 29, 2025 Sterling Heights, USA
Other Comments
This was an incredible, once in a lifetime experience! The staff at Bukela was amazing!! Very intimate setting, so they are able get to know you and your preferences quickly. Every staff member was eager to help, and were beyond helpful. The food was top notch! Our game drives were nothing short of AMAZING! I wasn’t expecting to get such a close view of the animals. On multiple occasions, the animals were within touching distance, which I was not expecting! My only complaint is with our luxury tent. There was a lack of accessible outlets, including in the bathroom, which made it hard. And our shower was outside!! It was a very unique experience, but if the weather was cold, it was a miserable time. It was also a bit hard to keep cool during the day, but all these I guess were part of the “glamping” experience. If you have the opportunity to go, GO! You won’t regret it ❤️
Heather Jun 07, 2024 Oak PointLittle Elm, USA
Enjoyed Most
It was an enjoyable trip and safari. Great staff and accommodations, but the ever present highway visible on every drive at one time or another, brought back the reality of civilization too frequently. A few years ago we did another safari at the Mosetlha lodge in Madikwe and it was much more rustic and "savage".
Other Comments
For first time safari travelers, this is a good option.
Paul A Sep 18, 2024 Lima, Peru
Enjoyed Most
It was so wonderful! Beautiful lodge, excellent food, amazing game drives!
Ellen Jun 08, 2024 St. George, USA
Enjoyed Most
Friendly and efficient people.
Other Comments
Staff is very accommodating.
Shalendra Sep 18, 2024 Powell, USA

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