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Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris

3.0 star property
Lodge in Colenso with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk

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Property grounds
Interior detail
Standard Room, Valley View | Living area
Lounge
BBQ/picnic Area

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Bar
The current price is NZ$362
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan 2026

Explore the area

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15689 Route 103, Grobbelaars Kloof, Colenso, KwaZulu-Natal, 3360
  • Place, Bloukrans Monument
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Place, Murchison Mall
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Place, Emnambithi Cultural Centre
    ‪35 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Suite, Valley View

Deluxe Suite, Valley View

Highlights

Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, Valley View

Standard Room, Valley View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Loft (Room)

Loft (Room)

Highlights

Sofa bed
Ceiling fan
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 65 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed OR 1 King Bed and 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

About the area

Colenso

At Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris, you'll be 20.9 km (13 mi) from Bloukrans Monument and 29.7 km (18.5 mi) from Ladysmith Town Hall. Highlights at this lodge include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free daily breakfast. .For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a safari, a wildlife and game drive and game viewing. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a garden. Free full breakfast is available daily between 7 AM and 9 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 30-minute drive of this 3-property class Colenso lodge include The Oval Mall and Ladysmith Library.
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What's nearby

  • Bloukrans Monument - 26 min drive - 24.6 km
  • Murchison Mall - 35 min drive - 37.7 km
  • Emnambithi Cultural Centre - 35 min drive - 38.4 km
  • Moor Park Nature Reserve - 48 min drive - 56.0 km
  • Drakensberg Boys Choir School - 56 min drive - 81.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Colenso club - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Colenso Hotel - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris

Lodge in Colenso with free breakfast and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Colenso lodge.

  • 1 building
  • 6 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris offers 6 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and free toiletries. This Colenso lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include a shower. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7 AM to 9 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Outdoor pool
  • Safari

Family friendly

  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • In the mountains
  • Picnic area

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Ceiling fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: noon; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 9:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

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

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 cash
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

As of 29 Dec 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris on 23 Jan 2026 start from NZ$362.18, 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 parking available at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

Yep, Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris has a free self car park.

Does Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris have a pool?

Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris has an outdoor pool.

Does Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris serve breakfast?

Sure does, free full brekkie is served daily from 7 AM to 9 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

No, Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

Check-in begins at noon. Check-out time is 9:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris?

No, pets are not allowed.

Amaka Private Game Reserve and Safaris Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Serena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well earned break after a week of polo..

Two night stay with three game drives. Sadly missed the elephants and rhino but plenty more to see on each trip. Nice room and food great. Excellent hospitality.