Amakhala Game Reserve – Smáhýsi

Alison Austurríki

Everything was perfect. Beautiful room, stunning views, fantastic game drive, delicious food, great atmosphere with other guests. Very comfortable stay and excellent value for money

Sherry Bandaríkin

Amazing "character" filled house. It was like staying as a guest in a fully furnished mansion of the early 1900's. A place of stories, family portraits and mystery. Every room filled with fascinating personal family memorabilia.

O Callaghan Írland

We loved out time here. Our guide, Jesse, was knowledgeable and ensured we saw all the Big 5. He even managed to insert us into the middle of the elephant herd...they were within touching distance. The Reserve is in magnificent countryside...Africa stretching to the horizon. We loved the little touches - the early morning tea, the coffee and drinks breaks during the game drives, the cold towels to refresh us when we arrived back from our drives - all were wonderful. The elephants coming to drink at the pool at the lodge was the high point of our stay....they stayed for over an hour and Jesse was able to explain to hierarchy of the families under the protection of the Bull elephant....fascinating. The food was fabulous - great variety and all presented in gourmet style. The staff were superb. Renzo and his team work tirelessly to ensure everything is perfect.

Marcel Þýskaland

Great food Awesome service Many game drives and knowledgeable ranger Very clean Interior of the main house and lodge

Harvey Bretland

The luxury lodge, which was spacious, well appointed and overlooked a watering-hole

Jan Bretland

EVERYTHING, the staff Stanley the ranger was amazing, as were all the rest of the staff. The animals, food, accommodation, our fabulous welcome. It was our first visit to SA and a game reserve it was amazing. The highlight of our 3 week holiday was meeting Tahboh ( sorry if not correct spelling) of the orphaned cheetah. One of the most amazing things I’ve done.

Mathilde Belgía

It’s a very charming family-run lodge, with amazing staff and great game drives. We immediately felt at home, waved all the staff goodnight in the evening (and even the 3 very cute dogs) and were almost a bit sad we had to leave. Definitely worthwhile!!