Pakamisa Private Game Reserve

Discover the taste of Paradise at this perfect Hide-away! If you are looking for something a little less formal but nonetheless exclusive, then this lodge is for you! Views are inescapable from almost anywhere on the property, not least from your private veranda. The eight suites are huge, lightly Mediterranean in style, with elegant furniture and superb bathrooms. 

There is so much to do here, archery, clay-target shooting, bushwalking,

game drives and, riding – of course!  At Pakamisa, the superior game-viewing vehicle is a horse! And these divine creatures, trained by the owner Isabella herself, are bred to be more than merely mode of transport. Exciting game viewing is offered on horseback for all riding abilities. To work off the calories, bushwalks and mountain bike trails await. Children welcome at all ages.

For the more laid-back options, be gobbled up by the beautiful library or enjoy the impressive collection of rare African artefacts and paintings in the enormous, high-ceilinged entrance hall. Otherwise pull up a basket chair, drink in hand, and lap up the lovely big pool and sprawling views beyond. 

Meals are an occasion; enjoy mouth-watering breakfasts to delicious alfresco lunches on the panoramic veranda of the award-winning El Prado restaurant. Contemporary and international cuisine is beautifully presented, enhancing a traditional dining experience in the elegant dining room or “Out of Africa” style under the stars. 

There are few greater thrills than exploring the wild African Bush on horseback. Pakamisa is predator & malaria free, creating a safe environment for a range of activities for adults and children not usually available in Big 5 Reserves. Pakamisa is a private, exclusive reserve open to residential guests only. Majestically perched on the high plateau of the Pakamisa Mountain, the lodge has breath-taking views of the evergreen valleys and plains of the Pongola River to the east and the rolling hills of the natural bush of the Reserve in the west.

Limited to a maximum of 16 guests, the lodge offers a unique Spanish architecture, blended with the finest African ambience. The eight meter high ceilings, legendary of tropical hotels in bygone days, create a pleasant, cool atmosphere. The impressive Main House, with its eclectic mix of African and European art and antiques, offers an ideal place for quiet relaxation or pre-dinner socialising; alternatively slip into the intimate atmosphere of the Hunter’s Bar for a cocktail. The extensive library contains many treasures to delight the most discerning bibliophile in a variety of languages. Or simply relax by the pool, take in the spectacular views, enjoy light snacks and exotic drinks after a refreshing swim.