ALBERTINIA NEWS Conveniently located on the Garden Route, just a few kilometres outside Albertinia and 3,5 hours from Cape Town, this malaria free game reserve is a logical safari choice.

Sightings of the Big 5 are frequent and visitors spending one or two nights will usually see at least four of the five during their stay. Herds of zebra, wildebeest, springbok, eland, impala and other antelope species are abundant.

The region boasts a mild climate with hot summers and cool winters. Visitors can enjoy game viewing in open Landrovers, luxury accommodation and a memorable dining experience in one of the African style restaurants.

Serengeti's restaurant

Dining in this restaurant offers guests an interactive dining experience where safari cuisine is prepared by their chef to your liking. The friendly and attentive waiters are on hand to explain the menu or advise you on their selection of fine South African wines. The expansive wooden decks overlooking the valleys below allow guests to relax and unwind to the sounds of the African night.

Breakfast and dinner are included in your stay. Special children’s menus and meal times are available

Spa

Set within the game reserve, the Ayana Spa provides an ideal opportunity to compliment the feeling of wellness ones gets from being in nature with a relaxing treatment. End your day’s game viewing with a soothing full body massage or one of the indulgent treatments. Built from locally sourced stone and thatch the treatment room overlooks the game reserve and features its own private plunge pool for your enjoyment.

Reptile encounters

From the deadly black mamba to the African rock python, reptile encounters is home to 28 different snake species, Nile crocodiles, tortoises and terrapins. The guided tour will allow you a chance to handle some of the non-venomous snakes if you are brave enough.

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