Lalibela Game Reserve - South African Safari

"The only man I envy is the man who has not yet been to Africa, for he has so much to look forward to"

We believe that this anonymous 19th century quotation expresses how special the continent of Africa is. The central ethos of Lalibela is to ensure that what visitors experience with us does justice to these sentiments.

Lalibela Game Reserve is located in the Eastern Cape, which means it is not only malaria free, but spans 5 ecosystems, resulting in a breath-taking diversity of flora and fauna in true African safari style. The three main aspects of any safari are the game-viewing, the accommodation and the food. At Lalibela we take special care to ensure that heartfelt service combines with these three "ingredients" to make your African safari experience a memorable one.

Lalibela Game Reserve consists of 7,500 hectares (approximately 18,500 acres) and is home to the Big 5 (lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo & leopard). Lalibela is unique in the Eastern Cape in that we have no public roads running through our property. All of the animals, including the predators, are free-roaming throughout the entire reserve.

We currently have three game lodges - Lentaba Lodge, Mark's Camp and Tree Tops - all offering decor that is infused with the essence of Africa, as well as warm and friendly service and unforgettable game viewing. Lalibela brings you the charm of authentic Africa and is a perfect blend of the formal and informal. At Lalibela, food is true safari cuisine with an emphasis on local specialties, ranging from centuries-old recipes to exciting contemporary African dishes.

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Interesting fact about South Africa

South Africa is home to the world’s smallest succulent plants (less than 10 mm) and the largest (the baobab).

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Latest Guest comments from Lalibela

We spent three wonderful days despite the rain we had a fantastic time.my son benjamin 9 and daughter kali 7 were so excited to go out on the game drives.Our ranger daryl was superb he went out of his way to look after usand taught the kids alot about the wildlife and made it fun.The highlight for the kids was siting on daryls lap and helping steer the landrovers through the bush!Food and wine was very good and plentiful!!hank you so much for a great trip keep up the good work we will be back.Tony,Shan,Benjamin and Kali

My parents have just returned from a wonderful and well deserved holiday at your Game Reserve. I am seriously considering bring my son - Nicholas - up early in December. Nicholas is 16 and will be celebrating his birthday while on the tripif all goes according to plan. My son is blind and my parents suggested we stay at main camp - what do you think? They really enjoyed their room no 1.Hope to see you soon,and once again Thanks for all the kindness shown to them.It was so very gratefully received.
Colleen Stevens

Dear lalibelawe had a great time on your place ,special the evening
with BBQ in de fields ,great ,all the stars , people ect ect great time
also with your lions ,we went afther your place to other places and left in a few hours ,so that say enough , maby till next time :-

Dear Gail
We would like to thank you for the way that you organised everything. It was world class!!! We are proudly South Africans. If everything could be so well organised, what a wonderfull country this could be. We enjoyed every minute. Our wedding anniversary were very spesial. Thank you so much and we would definitely tell everyone about this trip. Lalibela was more that we expected. World class!!! Say no more.
Thanks again. Chris & Sonja Basson

Forget Malaria ridden, commercial over-crowded, over-priced Kruger Park. Lalibela is the best, for first class accommodation, food, staff friendliness, game ranger knowledge and courtesy. We had a WONDERFUL time! Definitely go to Lalibela again.

Hi there. Just to say a huge thank you for such a wonderful few days. We were so impressed by every aspect of the lodge – the food was delicious, the staff really friendly and attentive, the service truly superlative. Our thanks to Anthea, Geoff, Joseph and all those ‘behind the scenes’ who contributed to make our stay such a special and memorable one.
Best wishes Joel and Debbi Norrie

Hello Lalibela Team, we are safely back home behind a wonderfull 3 weeks trip in S.A. and specially in Lalibela. All things were very good and I am shure,when friends will ask us were to go in the western cape,we will recomment them Lalibela. Kind regards Ria and Dieter Fanslau

Thank you, we got home safely. Our stay at Lalibela was splendid and unforgettable. I would highly recommend it to any of my friends and family. As for your service it was spectacular and your meals was amazing.I would love to come again. Michelle

We had an absolutely marvelous time at your Lalibela.
We will tell all our friends to fly to Port Eliz and be picked up by you and brought to the Game Reserve for a most fascinating series of days. Give our best to Mondo (our Camp Manager) and Keith (our Game Guide) and tell them we will be sending gifts as soon as we sort out things here!

Love from Toby Klayman and Husband, Joe Branchcomb in San Francisco

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