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Sibuya Game Reserve

 
 

Description

The under canvas experience at Sibuya Game Reserve is a completely unique experience as Sibuya is the only South African Game Reserve where access is exclusively by boat via the stunningly beautiful Kariega River. Guests are collected at the river mouth The River is an Estuary in the small town of Kenton on Sea, where safe parking is provided, and the unique experience starts immediately with a gentle cruise up the Estuary to the game reserve 9 kms upstream.

After settling in to the accommodation, luxury en-suite tents on raised wooden decks, guests are able to map out their own programme with their guide. Our camps, with only four tents in our River Camp and eifht in our Forest Camp, result in an exclusive and personalised experience. A mixture of game drives, river cruises, guided bush or beach walks, and excellent birding, will enthrall those with a desire to fill the day, whilst hammocks in the trees or a fishing line dangling in the water will suit those who wish to take it easy.

For the really energetic canoeing, deep-sea fishing, can all be provided at extremely reasonable rates. But what makes this a truly memorable experience is the unequalled splendour of the vistas as one views game against the magnificent backdrop of pristine coastal forest and the sea a few kilometres away. Completing the under canvas experience are the tranquil evenings around the campfire listening to the lapping waters in the river and the night calls of the bush while feasting on our superb cuisine. In true bush camp tradition all the distractions are removed as the absence of electricity ensures the experience is not spoilt by the sounds of modern society.

We offer Under 12's 50% disc if sharing with parents. Our Forest Camp does not take children under 12 as it is not child friendly where as our River Camp is child friendly. Professional guides and an abundance of game and birds, including the Big 5, will leave you saying Sibuya we will return.

Check-In  11:30 AM   Check-Out 11:00 AM

African Safari: A Big Five Reserve - Sibuya is the only Game Lodge in South Africa accessed solely by boat, offering authentic tented safari experience.

Price & Availability

ON REQUEST
Thursday 11th September
  • Per Person Sharing:
  • R450
  • Per Person:
  • R600
  • Per Unit:
  • R1350
  • Minimum Stay:
  • 2 Nights
 
Check-in
11 February 2012
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Forest Camp - 4 starX 8
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Large Luxury ensuite Tents. All tents are twins or doubles and can have additional camp beds for children sharing. We offer children Under 12 years 50% disc, if sharing with adults. All tents have luxury en-suite bathrooms with bath, separate shower and hot and cold water.
 
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River Camp - 4 starX 4
Includes: All Meals & Activities
Rustic luxury en-suite tents. All tents are twins or doubles and can have additional camp bed for children sharing. We offer children Under 12 years 50% disc if sharing with adults. All tents have luxury en-suite bathrooms with shower and hot and cold water. The honeymoon suite has a bath and seperate shower.
 
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Forest Camp - 4 star x 8

Includes: All Meals and Activities

Large Luxury ensuite Tents. All tents are twins or doubles and can have additional camp beds for children sharing. We offer children Under 12 years 50% disc, if sharing with adults. All tents have luxury en-suite bathrooms with bath, separate shower and hot and cold water.

Features available

River Camp - 4 star x 4

Includes: All Meals and Activities

Rustic luxury en-suite tents. All tents are twins or doubles and can have additional camp bed for children sharing. We offer children Under 12 years 50% disc if sharing with adults. All tents have luxury en-suite bathrooms with shower and hot and cold water. The honeymoon suite has a bath and seperate shower.

Features available

Facilities

Facilities and Services

  • Fax
  • Airport Shuttle Service
  • Parking Available
  • Babysitting Service
  • Laundry Service
  • Garden
  • Braai / Barbecue
  • Bar on the Premises
  • Off Street Parking
  • No Pets Permitted
  • Fireplace on the Premises
  • Boma Fire
  • Curio Shop
 

Dining

  • Breakfast Served
  • Lunch Served
  • Dinner Served
  • Set Menu Offered
 

Facilities in Rooms/Units

  • No Smoking in Rooms
  • Tea and Coffee in Rooms
  • Mosquito Net
 

Activities on the Premises

  • Big 5
 

Environment

  • Beach
  • Game Reserve
  • Forest
  • River
  • Malaria Free Zone
 

Activities Nearby

  • Bird Watching
  • Fishing
  • Golf
  • Canoeing / Kayaking
  • Fishing - Deep Sea
  • Fishing - Fly
  • Fishing - Freshwater
  • Fishing - Saltwater
  • Health & Fitness
  • Horse Riding
  • Paddling - Canoeing
  • Surfing
  • Walking
  • Big 5
  • Game Drives
 

Languages Spoken

  • English
  • Xhosa (isiXhosa)
  • Afrikaans
 

Grading

  • Portfolio Collection
  • 4 Stars - Tourism Grading Council of South Africa
  • AA Highly Recommended
 

Sibuya Game Reserve Map

Nearby Places

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

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Nearest Airport
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Customer Reviews

Reviews 4 of 4
Sibuya Game Reserve
Paul Cooley, South Africa
11 November 2010
Your first experience when you get to Sibuya Game Reserve is a 14 km boat ride up the Kariega River to your camp. You sit back have a drink and enjoy the surroundings with fish eagles flying above and game feeding on the side of the river. You feel like you are entering paradise. Once you arrive you realise you are in paradise. The tented camp is quite exquisite. Our tent was right on the river far away from anyone else. When you lie in bed all you hear are the sounds of the wild. The ... more
You wont want to leave!
Gijs Alkemade, South Africa
29 December 2007
Our stay was exceptional from start to finish. After an amazing boat trip we arrived at the lodge which was even better than we could have imagined with every attention to detail. The game drives were brilliant, food and beverages superb - stay for at least two nights or longer - you wont want to leave! Very special compliments to our game ranger Mark. Gijs and Sam (Holland)
Sibuya - most unique of safari experiences
Alan Treby, United Kingdom
09 November 2006
Our two nights in Sibuya exceeded our wildest expectations. The most friendly of staff, unique habitat and surprisingly child friendly (for our 5 year old). Would highly recommend Sibuya to anyone wishing to escape from the land crusier hoards that we found at other game reserves.
Idyllic setting
Stephanie Amos
06 March 2006
Our weekend at Sibuya was one of the purest forms of escapism that we have had the pleasure of being able to experience for a very long time. The setting was idyllic, the staff were extremely friendly and very good at their job - they obviously enjoy what they are doing - the tents were very well appointed, very comfortable and with a subtle touch of luxury. We didn't go on all the game drives but then we are privileged enough to have spent many days in the bush so for us it was all ... more

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Paul Cooley, South Africa - 11 November 2010

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Gijs Alkemade, South Africa - 29 December 2007
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