Samara Karoo Lodge

The Samara Karoo Lodge on the Samara Private Game Reserve is a luxurious camp styled on a traditional Karoo farmhouse. There are thick patios around the entire exterior, offering guests the opportunity of relaxing on a farm porch and soaking up the magic of the Karoo. There are 6 suites in total, accommodating a maximum of 12 guests at a time: 3 Lodge Suites which form part of the main homestead and three Karoo Suites which are hugely spacious independent cottages. The décor is suitably simple and local in theme. Arriving back from a game drive to a freshly run and piping hot bubble bath soothes away any aches and pains. The lodge is quintessentially Karoo in character and the reserve is something special. It covers a huge area of 28 000 hectares and hosts a wide array of habitat types - especially suitable for nature lovers looking for something a bit different. Another highlight is approaching wild cheetah on foot. The adult cheetahs on Samara are collared and guides use telemetry equipment to track the animal’s location on this vast reserve.

Why we like it

Incredible views on the reserve; Malaria-free safari area; Kid-focused activities; Cheetah tracking