One of the largest private reserves (28 000 hectares/70
000 acres) in South Africa, Samara has a wonderful
sense of space, a reminder of the insignificance of
humans in comparison to the vast beauty of the Karoo.
The reserve encompasses the southern flank of the
Sneeuberg mountain range and Karoo Lodge is nestled
below the escarpment. Samara is situated 55km
outside Graaff-Reinet, the fourth oldest town in South
Africa.
The diverse landscape of Samara is breathtaking, and
encompasses four of South Africa’s seven biomes:
Grassland, Nama Karoo, Valley Thicket and Savannah.
The landscape is rich in Shepherd Trees (Boscia
Albitrunca), some of which are over 700 years old. A
wide variety of Aloe species include the Aloe Ferox
which, when in flower, adds a vibrant splash of red and
orange to the landscape. The effect is spectacular.
Boasting such a wide variety of habitats means Samara
Private Game Reserve is host to a range of game
species. Focused on reintroducing protected species, the
property has a healthy population of Cheetah, Cape
Mountain Zebra, White Rhino, Giraffe, Black Wildebeest,
Eland, Kudu, Gemsbok, Springbok, Red Hartebeest and
a range of other smaller mammals, including Vervet Monkeys and Meerkats.
The luxurious Karoo Lodge has a wide veranda from which to enjoy the stunning surrounds, along
with a comfortable living room, snug bar and dining room. Spa treatments are available in the
privacy of your own suite. The décor is a tasteful fusion of traditional Karoo style and modern African
influences. All suites have private en-suite bathrooms and are fully equipped. Internet connections
are available in all suites for guests wishing to use their own laptop. Alternatively, access is available
in the lodge, along with satellite TV, Internet and fax facilities.
Standard: 5*
This lodge suits: This is the lodge for anyone who is seeking peace and solitude and a different
safari-experience. This is the ideal combination with one of the lodges in a “Big
5� area, as Samara will offer sightings of wildlife not encountered at other
lodges. This lodge is highly recommended!