Samara Karoo Reserve
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Getaway Summary
RATE guide:
From R5000 per unit, depending on unit selected and time of year.
GETAWAY TYPE
Lodge
What We Say
There's something special about the Karoo, the tranquility and peace that it provides, and Samara Karoo Lodge (in the Samara Private Nature Reserve) is great place to experience this.The game drives are provided by experienced guides allowing you to see some of the best game in the area among the 70,000 hectares of untouched soil. If time-out is more your thing, then there's a therapist on hand to provide a range of treatment and ease away the stress away with aromatic oils.
The Karoo Suites are individual Karoo-style cottages, each with luxury en-suite bathroom, air-con and fireplace.
The Lodge Suites are part of the manor house and open on to the veranda, a good place to kick back.
The Sibella Suites open onto a deck overlooking a water-hole where you'll see a range of bird-life.
Rates include two daily game activities, and for those who have a little one in tow there's a program for under 8s.
The diverse and unique environment will leave you feeling refreshed, that's if you can drag yourself away!
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TripAdvisor ® Traveller Reviews
"Cheetah paradise"
29 Sep 2025
By danielle G, Gold Coast, Australia
"Stayed here in August and loved getting up close to the cheetahs and seeing my first aardvark! The time of year was quite cool in the mornings but the days were sunny and mild. Coming from the Kenyan..."
"Fantastic"
10 Sep 2025
By Uwe N
"Everything was more than perfect, except that we didn't see any aardvarks ;-) but this is nature and a good reason tom come again"
"Plug into Samara for a full soul recharge"
02 Sep 2025
By Craig T
"Words cannot describe a visit to Samara Karoo lodge. This is genuinely heaven on our fragile earth. Thank you to the hospitality team and a big shout out to Skye our ranger and Siya our tracker..."
"Stunning Samara"
28 Jul 2025
By 492kirstenj, Cape Town Central
"This was our 3rd trip to Samara staying in the Manor House. We were spoilt from start to finish and had just a wonderful time. We had 2 kids with us who had such fun with all the extra activities..."
"Unforgettable Samara"
26 Jul 2025
By paulP5868QK, Cape Town
"From the moment we stepped out of the car, we knew we were in for something special.
We were warmly welcomed by Marnus, Candice, and their incredible support staff — such a genuine and heartfelt..."
"Wonderful stay"
02 Jun 2025
By 507diana, Johannesburg
"Booked to stay 3 nights at Pleins tented camp. Unfortunately, first night windy, wet & cold. No inside showers -we moved to the amazing Lodge. The tented camp a true out of Africa experience..."
"An absolute spoil!"
26 May 2025
By infoI1422CQ, Gqeberha
"We recently stayed at the Karoo Lodge at Samara, and loved every minute of it! From the beautiful setting + décor, the incredible game drives, every meal and beverage prepared and served with love..."
"Wonderful experience of Planes Camp in Samara Reserve"
26 Apr 2025
By JaneVil785, Manchester, United Kingdom
"The whole concept of Samara is engaging and wholesome. They have huge ambitions for conservation, many have already been fulfilled. The environment is tranquil and aligned with nature. The concept of..."
"Simply fabulous!"
12 Apr 2025
By janturton
"The reserve has stunningly beautiful scenery & thanks to our amazing guide/driver Mzi & tracker Michael we were privileged to experience close up sightings of virtually every creature you could..."
"Samara Game Lodge"
05 Apr 2025
By 628dougc, Cape Town
"Of the best Safari's we have done in many years. Loved the Karoo and open plains. Our guides were great and we saw exceptional game. Understand that if you book the tented camp, while luxurious..."
