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Water Lodge, Pumba Private Game Reserve, South Africa
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Pumba Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Water Lodge

Pumba Game Reserve

FREEDOM rating: ★★★★PLUS

Overlooking a lake that attracts hippos, Water Lodge features charming thatched chalets. Enjoy fantastic views from your private plunge pool and viewing deck.

  • Embark on a malaria-free and ‘Big 5’ safari
  • Pumba Private Game Reserve is famous for its white lions
  • Stay in a beautiful thatched chalet with a private plunge pool
  • Enjoy fantastic views over a lake frequented by hippos
  • All your meals and two daily game activities are included

Your Stay at Water Logde

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Pumba Game Reserve is located an hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth in the beautiful, Malaria-free countryside of the Eastern Cape. You’ll find abundant wildlife including all of the ‘Big 5’ including rare white lions.

Impala Chalet, Water Lodge, Pumba Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape,

Impala Chalet

The lodge’s eight Impala Chalets are spacious, and the thoughtful decoration takes inspiration from the surrounding…

The lodge’s eight Impala Chalets are spacious, and the thoughtful decoration takes inspiration from the surrounding landscapes. Each room features either a king-size or twin beds, and they have a luxurious en-suite bathroom, with a freestanding bath and a shower.

On the private deck, you can cool off in your own plunge pool, soak in the sun on the loungers, or enjoy the outdoor showers.

The room’s amenities include air-conditioning and heating, complimentary WiFi, a fireplace, binoculars, a coffee machine, a safe, a mini bar, a hairdryer, and robes.

Impala Chalet

The lodge’s eight Impala Chalets are spacious, and the thoughtful decoration takes inspiration from the surrounding landscapes. Each room features either a king-size or twin beds, and they have a luxurious en-suite bathroom, with a freestanding bath and a shower.

On the private deck, you can cool off in your own plunge pool, soak in the sun on the loungers, or enjoy the outdoor showers.

The room’s amenities include air-conditioning and heating, complimentary WiFi, a fireplace, binoculars, a coffee machine, a safe, a mini bar, a hairdryer, and robes.

Gemsbok Chalet, Water Lodge, Pumba Game Reserve, South Africa

Gemsbok Chalet

Elevate your experience even more, staying in a spacious Gemsbok Chalet. With their own lounge areas…

Elevate your experience even more, staying in a spacious Gemsbok Chalet. With their own lounge areas and sprawling private patios with a plunge pool, you can enjoy the views and the sounds of the bush.

Gemsbok Chalets’ amenities include air-conditioning and heating, complimentary WiFi, a fireplace, binoculars, a coffee machine, a safe, a mini bar, a hairdryer, and robes.

Gemsbok Chalet

Elevate your experience even more, staying in a spacious Gemsbok Chalet. With their own lounge areas and sprawling private patios with a plunge pool, you can enjoy the views and the sounds of the bush.

Gemsbok Chalets’ amenities include air-conditioning and heating, complimentary WiFi, a fireplace, binoculars, a coffee machine, a safe, a mini bar, a hairdryer, and robes.

Water Lodge, Pumba Game Reserve, South Africa

Lodge Amenities

Swimming Pool – Enjoy a refreshing dip, or simply soak in the views of the bush from…

Swimming Pool – Enjoy a refreshing dip, or simply soak in the views of the bush from the pool.

Restaurant – The restaurant feels ambient and allows you to soak in your surroundings. You can enjoy lots of choice for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Cocktail Bar – Enjoy an evening tipple, unwind and share stories with your fellow guests at the bar.

Viewing Deck – Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife on the spacious viewing deck.

Lodge Amenities

Swimming Pool – Enjoy a refreshing dip, or simply soak in the views of the bush from the pool.

Restaurant – The restaurant feels ambient and allows you to soak in your surroundings. You can enjoy lots of choice for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Cocktail Bar – Enjoy an evening tipple, unwind and share stories with your fellow guests at the bar.

Viewing Deck – Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife on the spacious viewing deck.

Experiences

There are a variety of safari experiences and activities on offer at Water Lodge.

White Lions, Pumba Private Game Reserve, South Africa

Safari Experiences

Game Drives – All of the ‘Big 5’ safari animals can be found within Pumba Private Game…

Game Drives – All of the ‘Big 5’ safari animals can be found within Pumba Private Game Reserve: lions, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. There is also a remarkable population of rare white lions. Pumba’s resident wildlife also include giraffe, cheetah, hippo, zebra and more. You can also book a nocturnal game drive at an additional cost.

Walking Safaris (Additional Cost) – Get even closer to Pumba’s spectacular wildlife on a walking safari, led by an expert guide. You’ll also learn about the flora that makes up Pumba Game Reserve.

Bird Watching – With over 300 species of bird present in the reserve, there is plenty to see. Enjoy the use of your own pair of binoculars to use in and around the Water Lodge.

Photography Safari (Additional Cost) – Enjoy an hour’s lecture about wildlife photography, before you put it into practise for yourself on a three hour safari. You’ll be led by an experienced guide, and you’ll have use of a DSLR camera and telephoto lens.

Safari Experiences

Game Drives – All of the ‘Big 5’ safari animals can be found within Pumba Private Game Reserve: lions, elephant, buffalo, leopard and rhino. There is also a remarkable population of rare white lions. Pumba’s resident wildlife also include giraffe, cheetah, hippo, zebra and more. You can also book a nocturnal game drive at an additional cost.

Walking Safaris (Additional Cost) – Get even closer to Pumba’s spectacular wildlife on a walking safari, led by an expert guide. You’ll also learn about the flora that makes up Pumba Game Reserve.

Bird Watching – With over 300 species of bird present in the reserve, there is plenty to see. Enjoy the use of your own pair of binoculars to use in and around the Water Lodge.

Photography Safari (Additional Cost) – Enjoy an hour’s lecture about wildlife photography, before you put it into practise for yourself on a three hour safari. You’ll be led by an experienced guide, and you’ll have use of a DSLR camera and telephoto lens.

Spa, Pumba Game Reserve, South Africa

Cultural & Wellness Experiences

Spa Treatments (Additional Cost) – Simply relax with an indulgent spa treatment at Nature’s Health Spa,…

Spa Treatments (Additional Cost) – Simply relax with an indulgent spa treatment at Nature’s Health Spa, situated at nearby Bush Lodge. There is a huge menu of options, but each is tailored to you.

Stargazing – Led by an expert guide, you can learn how to spot constellations, or simply enjoy the magnificent starry skies, with little light pollution.

Archery – Archery classes are also on offer at Water Lodge, so you can test your skills with some target practise.

Fishing – Head to Lake Cariega for a bass fishing trip.

Seven Fountains Tour – Visit local Seven Fountains Village to learn about local life, and see the projects that Pumba Private Game Reserve have carried out in the community.

Cultural & Wellness Experiences

Spa Treatments (Additional Cost) – Simply relax with an indulgent spa treatment at Nature’s Health Spa, situated at nearby Bush Lodge. There is a huge menu of options, but each is tailored to you.

Stargazing – Led by an expert guide, you can learn how to spot constellations, or simply enjoy the magnificent starry skies, with little light pollution.

Archery – Archery classes are also on offer at Water Lodge, so you can test your skills with some target practise.

Fishing – Head to Lake Cariega for a bass fishing trip.

Seven Fountains Tour – Visit local Seven Fountains Village to learn about local life, and see the projects that Pumba Private Game Reserve have carried out in the community.

Your Stay at Water Lodge Includes

Breakfast, lunch and dinner
Twice daily game drives

Flights & More Options

With FREEDOM, you can book your Water Lodge safari lodge and flights together, as an ATOL protected package. Our Travel Experts can find the best priced Economy, Premium or Business Class flights for you.

Next Step

Please get in touch with our Africa Experts to start planning your holiday. You’ll have a single point of contact from your first enquiry through booking.

Water Lodge

Safari Lodge

FREEDOM rating: ★★★★PLUS

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