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Pumba Private Game Reserve
5.0 star property

Luxury lodge with full-service spa and free breakfast
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Pumba Private Game Reserve

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Exterior
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Breakfast, lunch, dinner served; al fresco dining
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Overview of Pumba Private Game Reserve

Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • PoolPoolPool
  • SpaSpaSpa
  • Breakfast includedBreakfast includedBreakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • GymGymGym
The price is NZ$888
Price available on 2/5/2024

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Highlands, Makana Municipality, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, 6065
  • Popular LocationAfrican Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve1 min walk
  • Popular LocationLalibela Game Reserve25 min drive
  • Popular LocationRhodes University28 min drive
  • AirportPort Elizabeth (PLZ)78 min drive
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Msenge Chalet

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Impala Chalet

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 56 sq m
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Msenge Family Chalet

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Fireplace
Private plunge pool
Air conditioning
Minibar (some free items)
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
  • 120 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Makhanda

Located in Makhanda, Pumba Private Game Reserve is in a provincial park. African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and Lalibela Game Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Albany Natural Science Museum and Observatory Museum.
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What's nearby

  • African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve - 1 min walk
  • Lalibela Game Reserve - 25 min drive
  • 1820 Settlers National Monument - 26 min drive
  • Rhodes University - 28 min drive
  • Shamwari Game Reserve - 49 min drive

Getting around

  • Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - 79 min drive

About this property

Pumba Private Game Reserve

Luxury boutique lodge in a provincial park
Take advantage of free English breakfast, a terrace and a library at Pumba Private Game Reserve. Treat yourself to a hot stone massage, a manicure/pedicure or aromatherapy at Soul Spa, the on-site spa. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. Enjoy the gym, as well as activities, such as archery, hiking/biking and skydiving. Free WiFi in public areas is available to all guests, along with laundry facilities and a fireplace in reception.
Other perks at this lodge include:
  • Swimming pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • An outdoor pool, babysitting (surcharge) and massage treatment rooms
  • A gift shop, a computer station and wedding services
Room features
All guest rooms at Pumba Private Game Reserve include thoughtful touches, such as private plunge pools and fireplaces, in addition to amenities, such as air conditioning and minibars (stocked with some free items).
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with separate baths/showers
  • Balconies or patios, coffee/tea makers and daily housekeeping

All-inclusive details

This lodge is all-inclusive. On-site food and beverages are included in the room price (some restrictions may apply).

Gratuities and taxes

Gratuities are included and additional gratuities at guests' discretion are accepted.

Food and beverages

À la carte meals and snacks included

Entertainment

On-site entertainment and activities

Languages

Afrikaans, English, Xhosa

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free secured self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Archery
  • Full-service spa
  • Gym
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool
  • Skydiving

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private in-room plunge pool

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • In a provincial park
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Aromatherapy
  • Body wraps
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Facials
  • Hot stone massages
  • Hydrotherapy
  • Manicures/pedicures
  • Sauna
  • Spa treatment rooms
  • Spa tub
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)

More

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Floor

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Slippers
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Private plunge pool

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free minibar (limited items)
  • Room service

Outdoor space

  • Balcony/patio

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Fireplace
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Pool access available from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Pumba
Pumba Private GameReserve
Pumba Private GameReserve
Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve
Pumba Private Game Reserve Lodge Grahamstown
Pumba Private Game Reserve Lodge
Pumba Private Game Reserve Grahamstown
Pumba Private Game Reserve
Pumba Private Game Reserve Hotel Port Elizabeth
Pumba Private Game Reserve Lodge
Pumba Private Game Reserve Makhanda
Pumba Private Game Reserve Lodge Makhanda

Frequently asked questions

Does Pumba Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool access is from 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Pumba Private Game Reserve?

As of 25 Apr 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pumba Private Game Reserve on 3 May 2024 start from NZ$888.36, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Pumba Private Game Reserve pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Pumba Private Game Reserve?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pumba Private Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 1:30 PM; check-in end time: 5:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pumba Private Game Reserve?

Checkout is at 11 AM.

Are there all-inclusive benefits at Pumba Private Game Reserve?

Yes, the property is all-inclusive.

Where is Pumba Private Game Reserve located?

Situated in a provincial park, this all-inclusive lodge is 0.1 mi (0.1 km) from African Pride Pumba Private Game Reserve and within 16 miles (25 km) of Lalibela Game Reserve and 1820 Settlers National Monument. Settlers Garden 1820 and Rhodes University are also within 16 miles (25 km).

Pumba Private Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
10 y/o and 60 y/o daddy-daughter trip = great trip
What I like about this safari is so much that the animals are so cool. Everything was amazing. I like seeing the animals. I like having a truck at the service was amazing. Food was amazing. Everything about the fire was amazing and especially how the animals can come up to your room and like they can just like wait what you eating the food and so this safari was so amazing I love driving the service was amazing the bed felt comfortable and, I just really like the Safari - written by my 10 y/o daughter and I agree 100%
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gessica

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A special place on this earth! We recently stayed at Pumba lodge it was beyond words. The first thing is the feeling of being remote is authentic the suites were very extravagant and large we had a family suite with a plunge pool, outdoor shower and beautiful bathroom with large tub for relaxing! Every time we left the room and returned it was tidied up cleaning staff was phenomenal! The all inclusive was more than worth it 2 game drives per day and plenty of food if anything too much! So many little surprises from drinks by the fireplace to even came back to a little birthday gift. Everyone at the reserve is so nice and helpful. But the best part was the roaring of the lion at night and our close elephant encounter, although at times terrifying those are amazing moments we have seared in our memories, truly felt like we were among so many animals saw 4 of the big 5! Cleo our ranger was incredible he made this trip unique his passion and dedication to the animals was impressive he is professional, highly skilled and trained in his craft he was without a doubt what really made this experience and we feel privileged to have him. The whole staff was great Kia as well was so nice and helpful. I also had a wonderful massage and no worries on the drives plenty of warmth with ponchos and rain coverage but be prepared because there’s temperature changes throughout the drives. Everything is thoughtful. Safety is also a priority. We appreciate all of you and what you do thank you 🙏

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel, great safari
So good, the ecosystem that they’ve setup is fantastic. So much to see and do and the amenities are fantastic also. The game drives were spectacular.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chilenye

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chilenye

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was magical. Every single staff member was an ambassador of this beautiful establishment.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mrs S

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Exceptional resort.
The most wonderful stay and game drive experience. Huge thanks to Brindon, our ranger for the informative chats and beautiful sightings of the cheetahs, while lions, rhino and numerous other animals on the reserve. Wonderful staff in the lodges and exceptional treatments in the spa too. Thank you all.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marston

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent experience.
Well paced, informative safari's great game drive Brendon, game stock a bit limited, but contains the big five.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed at Pumba for 3 nights. We had such a brilliant time there! We stayed in lodge 9 & it was so beautiful! The housekeeping staff do a truely wonderful job. Wonderful game drives with Brendin, who clearly has a lot of knowledge & passion for his job. Brendin was very accommodating & took his time with the sightings, which we really appreciated. All the staff at Pumba are welcoming, friendly & professional. From being welcomed & farewelled by Olga, to the wonderful service staff, amazing chefs & brilliant game drives with Brendin (who has such a beautiful & kind manner). We’ve both travelled in South Africa before & this is has been a standout experience for us.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

s

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very good experience
Wonderful accommodation and facilities. Staff very caring. Would reccommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019