363 reviews
From
$419Brandwag, Mossel Bay, 6500, South Africa
363 reviews
1/268
From
$419Private pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Beach chairs/Loungers
Lake view
Nestled in the scenic outskirts of Mossel Bay, South Africa, the Garden Route Safari Camp offers a tranquil and rustic retreat for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers. Located approximately 11.1mi from the city center, this pet-friendly hotel boasts an array of sought-after amenities, including a private pool, outdoor swimming pool, and free WiFi. With 363 glowing reviews, the hotel not only offers a serene setting but also exceptional service that keeps guests coming back for more.
Guests can revel in the surrounding natural beauty with striking lake and mountain views, while the sun deck and garden provide ample space to unwind and soak in the African sun. The hotel also features a restaurant where guests can relish delicious meals and a bar serving up refreshing beverages. Perfect for families, the hotel offers kids' meals and extra-long beds, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay for all.
For a memorable getaway that combines comfort, nature, and wildlife, the Garden Route Safari Camp is the ideal choice. Discover the beauty of South Africa from the convenience of this hotel, where guests can bask in the serene atmosphere and create unforgettable memories amidst the picturesque landscape. With a range of amenities and exceptional views, this hotel promises an unforgettable holiday experience.
At Garden Route Safari Camp, guests can treat themselves to a delightful dining experience at the Giraffe Valley Restaurant. With a family-friendly and modern ambiance, this restaurant serves up delectable African cuisine. Guests can savor a wide range of flavorful dishes while taking in the beautiful surroundings. The combination of scrumptious food and stunning views makes for an unforgettable dining experience that perfectly complements a stay in the heart of South Africa's natural beauty.
In addition to its exceptional amenities and breathtaking natural setting, the hotel offers a variety of room types to cater to different traveler needs. From luxurious tents to spacious holiday homes and family rooms, there's something for everyone at Garden Route Safari Camp. The suite, adorned with a king-size bed, provides the ultimate in comfort and elegance. With options to accommodate solo travelers, couples, families, and even larger groups, every guest can find the perfect space to relax and unwind after a day of exploring the picturesque landscape and wildlife.
For added convenience, the hotel welcomes Visa and Mastercard payments, making it easy for guests to book and enjoy their stay. With its focus on comfort, natural beauty, and exceptional service, Garden Route Safari Camp promises an unforgettable vacation experience. Whether you're looking for adventure, relaxation, or a mix of both, this hotel has everything you need for a memorable getaway in South Africa.
Closest airports
George Airport
20.3miPrivate pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Beach chairs/Loungers
Lake view
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Garden view
Kitchenette
Landmark view
Restaurant
Sun deck
Garden
View
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Free toiletries
Patio
Bathtub
Terrace
Balcony
Private Bathroom
Parking On Site
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Luxury Tent
1 Queen Size Bed
645 sqft
Mountain view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
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Stay in our spacious 646 sqft luxury tent with a stunning mountain and garden view. Enjoy a private entrance, kitchenette, and a comfortable Queen size bed, making it perfect for 2 adults.
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Deluxe Triple Room
1 Twin Bed
1 King Size Bed
1290 sqft
Private pool
Mountain view
Landmark view
Garden view
x3
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Welcome to our spacious Deluxe Triple Room, featuring a private pool, mountain and garden views, and a fully-equipped kitchenette with a king size and a twin bed. Enjoy the luxury of a private entrance, free toiletries, and your own terrace and balcony.
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Holiday Home
2 Queen Size Beds
1 King Size Bed
1 Sofa Bed
2585 sqft
Private pool
Lake view
Mountain view
Landmark view
x6
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Stay in our spacious Holiday Home with a private pool, stunning lake and mountain views, and a fully-equipped kitchenette. This 2583 sqft retreat can accommodate 6 adults and offers a peaceful escape with modern comforts.
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Family Room
2 Twin Beds
1 Queen Size Bed
860 sqft
Mountain view
Landmark view
Garden view
Private Bathroom
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Spacious 861 sqft Family Room with 2 Twin beds and 1 Queen size bed, mountain and garden views, kitchenette, and private terrace and balcony facing a landmark. Enjoy air conditioning and free toiletries in this non-smoking space for 2 adults.
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Suite
1 King Size Bed
860 sqft
Private pool
Lake view
Mountain view
Landmark view
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Indulge in luxury with our spacious 861 sqft Suite, boasting a private pool, stunning lake, mountain, and garden views, and a well-equipped kitchenette. Enjoy the comfort of a King size bed, free toiletries, and your very own terrace and balcony for a truly unforgettable stay.
9.7
363 reviewsFrom
$419Categories of assessments
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Comfort
Location
Facilities
Staff
Value for money
WiFi quality
Breakfast
Featured reviews:
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Gemma
9.1
9.1
Staff - everyone extremely friendly and personable, from guides, to hosts, right through to restaurant staff etc. Very “family” & “homely” feel throughout experience. We were welcomed back from trips out with drinks and smiles, the host family ensured our safe passage through the reserve on arrival and even carried our bags etc. Cannot praise them enough for their kindness and hospitality. Room - stayed on Nyala terrace. Nice and private, luxurious bedding/room/bathroom etc. Lovely turn down service and everything you could possibly need in the room. Game drives - friendly, knowledgeable, polite guides. Josh had only worked there a month but his driving skills and understanding of the animals/their environment suggested otherwise. He felt like family by the end of our 2 night stay. Animals!!! - obviously the best part and truly a life-changing experience. We went on a couple of game drives and a guided walk. Would fully recommend doing both to see and breathe the environment fully.
Must bear in mind the camp is completely isolated (which we loved) and therefore suggest bringing in drinks/snacks/?lunch if you don’t want to be limited to using the restaurant. The food was excellent and all home-made (we cannot rate this enough) but would eventually tot up if you were exclusively eating/drinking there (especially if larger group or had children etc). Breakfast included in price and fully recommended, and we were happy to visit the restaurant for dinners (and pay for this in addition to the room cost) - just something to keep in mind if watching the budget.
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David
10
10
Family run safari camp with hands on owners who love conservation and take great pride in the excellence of their guides. The guides were very knowledgeable and a special shout out to Abram who is wise beyond his years. We saw great wildlife up close and personal whilst still feeling totally safe. We did both a driven safari and a walking guided safari - both were excellent and memorable. The lodge was very special and Mare, a hand reared antelope, hangs out near the lodge, which is delightful.
Getting to the safari camp is possible with a normal car but a 4WD would be very beneficial for the final stretch of shale road. Our rental car, which wasn't 4WD, just made it by taking great care and visitors might prefer a better choice of car than we made. The food was generally of high quality and they care deeply about special dietary requirements but thr desserts were a little below the standard of the mains and starters.
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Nadja
10
10
If you are in South Africa, please book a stay at the Garden Route Safari Camp. It is incredibly beautiful and you can see lots of animals on the safari. Our guide Mark told us a lot about the animals and plants. He is also very charismatic and funny, so he made the safari a real adventure for us. :) We really enjoyed our 3 safaris (morning, sundowner and riding) with him. The owners and the staff are incredibly lovely. The service is customised and very attentive. In my case they cooked extra vegan food for me. The tent is very luxurious and was extremely clean. In the night you can hear the lions roaring. We felt incredibly comfortable here and were a little sad to be travelling on. The 3 days flew by. Thank you for the great time in your wonderful camp. We will come back and recommend a stay to everyone. Keep up your mission to protect these wonderful animals.
NOTHING, everything was just perfect!
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Evans
10
10
The Garden Route Safari Camp was the highlight of our holiday. The place is an absolute gem on the Garden Route. It feels secluded and yet it is very close to the coast - very easy to get to and around. The staff are by far the friendliest of anywhere we've stayed. They have a genuine care for their guests and making their experience individually special. A highlight for me was a horseback safari which was once in a lifetime. Their knowledge of the environment is incredible and they are so enthusiastic to share with you and teach you amazing facts about the animals and the plants surrounding you. The rooms were beautiful, peaceful and yet you can hear the sound of lions! There is a delicious 3 course meal on offer every night and lovely wine. Thank you for such a fantastic experience!
Nothing.
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Jonathan
10
10
Food was very good, decent choice and staff always very friendly. The staff we interacted with the most were Unelle and Stefan who were awesome. They took a genuine interest in catering to our every need. The "Hideaway" where we stayed is spectacular! We were greeted with Giraffes when we awoke on our first morning and that evening Eland were waiting to say goodnight!
Nothing to say, everyone went well out of their way to satisfy us.
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Ashleigh
9.1
9.1
The staff were friendly, the accommodation was spacious and bright and the location was beautiful. The game drives were so enjoyable, and Mark was a great guide! The drinks and snacks on the games drives were delicious, as was the breakfast which was included in the price. We loved that the land is currently being “re-wilded” and are looking forward to visiting again in a few years to see the progress that has been made!
The dinner was pricey at R430 pp and the quality didn’t quite justify the additional cost. With no other dining options available without leaving the lodge, I do feel this could be improved. My husband ordered the ice cream and chocolate sauce twice for dessert and on both occasions the dessert arrived without any chocolate sauce - he had to ask specially for the sauce which is very odd for a meal of this price. Also, venison and chicken were pretty much the only meats on offer at every dinner and some variety in terms of meat would have been great.
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Konini
10
10
I think the best experience on our trip to western cape. Everything from the beginning to the end was just perfect. Personel was so kind and helpful. Our guide Mark was the best guide we have had in our life :). Greetings to Mark !! he is so passionate about his job and so joyful. Whole place is just amazing its just difficult to describe our happines while we where there. Luxury tent was simply amazing. Very spacious and nice. I totally recommend having 2 safaris early morning and evening. We went on both and both were simply outstanding. Mark was entertaining us through whole safari and we had a evening tea with rusks about 20 meteres from rhinos. That was such an amazing experience. We have seen so many animals. Totally recommend to everyone i think it is a must :)
Nothing at all
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Moe
10
10
Our whole stay felt very warm. The staff, the room, and the food exceeded all of our expectations. We had a great time doing the game drives. The reserve is so beautiful, with great animals roaming around happily. I think the highlight of the stay was the staff and the service so much warmth and love. Definitely the peak of our honeymoon trip. Oh yeah and the food is so so good!!!
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Beat
10
10
This is a lodge in development and further expansion and build-up. Beautiful landscape, animals and surroundings. We did the tours with Stefan (2x driving, 1x walking). We are experienced South Africa visitors and safari travellers but we never had a guide so passionate and knowlegable like him. We saw more than we ever thought and learned that there is much much more than "big 5". The lodge is run by a very nice family which cares for us as customers and makes us feel welcomed and at home. The tents are of very good quality as was the food and wine.
I cannot think of anything.
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Saša
10
10
There is not enough words to describe how beautiful and amazing this place is! Wild animals roaming around and even through the camp, loving and helpful staff, amazing food.. Our guide Mark was so knowledgeable and interesting, loveable and funny. The owners made us feel at home, and went out of their way to help as get absolutely perfect experience! 10 stars is not enough for this place! Can't wait to come back
Airports
George Airport
20.3miAirports
George Airport
20.3miGiraffe Valley Restaurant
Cuisines
AfricanAmbiances
Family Friendly•ModernLocation
OutdoorAvailability
All seasonPrivate pool
Outdoor swimming pool
Free Private Parking
Free wifi
Air conditioning
Private entrance
Beach chairs/Loungers
Lake view
Mountain view
Non-smoking rooms
Bar
Garden view
Kitchenette
Landmark view
Restaurant
Sun deck
Garden
View
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Free toiletries
Patio
Bathtub
Terrace
Balcony
Private Bathroom
Parking On Site
Accessibility
Entire unit located on ground floor
Entire unit wheelchair accessible
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Activities
Bowling
Canoeing
Cycling
Diving
Fishing
Hiking
Horseback riding
Snorkeling
Walking tours
Bathroom
Additional bathroom
Bathrobe
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Free toiletries
Guest bathroom
Hairdryer
Private Bathroom
Shower
Slippers
Toilet
Toilet paper
Towels
Towels/Sheets (extra fee)
Bedroom
Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
Linens
Wardrobe or closet
Business Facilities
Fax/Photocopying
Cleaning Services
Daily housekeeping
Ironing service
Laundry
Entertainment & Family Services
Board games/Puzzles
Food & Drink
Bar
Fruit
Kids' meals
Restaurant
Special diet meals (on request)
Tea/Coffee maker
Wine/Champagne
Food & drink safety
Delivered food covered securely
Front Desk Services
Invoice provided
Tour desk
General
Air conditioning
Electric blankets
Family rooms
Hardwood or parquet floors
Heating
Interconnecting room(s) available
Ironing facilities
Mosquito net
Non-smoking rooms
Private entrance
Internet
Free wifi
Kitchen
Cleaning products
Coffee machine
Dryer
Electric kettle
High chair
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Living Area
Desk
Fireplace
Sitting area
Sofa
Media & Technology
Flat-screen TV
Streaming service (like Netflix)
TV
Outdoors
Balcony
Garden
Outdoor fireplace
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Private pool
Sun deck
Terrace
Parking
Free Private Parking
Parking On Site
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available
Contactless check-in/out
Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
Room Amenities
Clothes rack
Fan
Fold-up bed
Socket near the bed
Safety & security
24-hour security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Access to healthcare professionals
First aid kits available
Services
Wake-up service
Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Spa
Beach chairs/Loungers
Fitness
Outdoor swimming pool
Transportation
Airport shuttle
Shuttle service
View
Garden view
Lake view
Landmark view
Mountain view
Pool view
View
From
$419Check-in
From 14:00
Check-out
Until 10:00
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Age restrictions
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Curfew
Come and go whenever you want
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
Children and beds
Child policies
Children over 6 are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.
Crib and extra bed policies
6+ years
Extra bed upon request
$81 per person per day
7+ years
Extra bed upon request
$81 per person per day
The price in ZAR has been converted to show you the approximate price in USD.
Additional fees are not calculated automatically in the total cost and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The maximum number of cribs, extra beds, and children allowed in existing beds can vary depending on the option booked.
All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.
Cards accepted at this property
Mastercard,
Visa,
Cash only
This property accepts cash.
At what times are check-in and check-out at Garden Route Safari Camp?
The timetable for guests at Garden Route Safari Camp is to check in post 02:00 PM and check out prior to 10:00 AM.
Is there parking available at Garden Route Safari Camp?
Yes, the Garden Route Safari Camp has free private on-site parking available for guests, and no reservation is required.
What's the nightly rate at Garden Route Safari Camp?
Room rates at Garden Route Safari Camp initiate from $419. Yet, variations occur based on your room and date preferences. For exact rates, please insert your travel dates.
What types of rooms does Garden Route Safari Camp offer?
The hotel offers various room types including Luxury Tents, Deluxe Triple Rooms, Holiday Homes, Family Rooms, and Suites. Occupancy ranges from 2 to 6 adults with bed options like queen size, king size, and twin beds, and room sizes vary from 646 to 2583 sqft. Smoking is not permitted in any of the rooms.
Which amenities can guests enjoy at Garden Route Safari Camp?
Guests at the Garden Route Safari Camp can enjoy a variety of leisure amenities during their stay. They can relax by the outdoor swimming pool and take in the beautiful views of the surrounding landscape. The camp's private pool offers a more exclusive setting for a peaceful swim. The Giraffe Valley Restaurant on-site provides a family-friendly atmosphere and serves modern African cuisine, offering a memorable dining experience. Additionally, a sun deck, garden, terrace, and balcony are available for guests to unwind and enjoy the natural environment. The hotel also offers beach chairs/loungers, perfect for a day of relaxation. With a variety of leisure amenities, from swimming pools to dining options and picturesque views, guests can make the most of their time at the hotel.
Does Garden Route Safari Camp have a pool for guests?
The hotel has an outdoor pool available all year round.
Is there an in-house restaurant at Garden Route Safari Camp?
The hotel has an on-site restaurant called Giraffe Valley Restaurant, offering a family-friendly and modern ambiance. It serves African cuisine, providing guests with dining options directly at the hotel premises.
What methods of payment does Garden Route Safari Camp accept?
Garden Route Safari Camp accepts payment in cash, as well as through Visa and Mastercard.
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