WOODBURY COLLECTION
Three intimate, luxury safari lodges in the heart of the
eastern cape, south africa. Your dream safari awaits.
certificate of excellence winner
Located in the beautiful, malaria-free
Amakhala private game reserve
WOODBURY COLLECTION
Three intimate, luxury safari lodges in the heart of the eastern cape, south africa.
Your dream safari awaits.
Located in the beautiful, malaria-free
Amakhala private game reserve
From humble beginnings to
award-winning safari experiences
The Woodbury Collection represents three unforgettable safari destinations on the malaria-free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. These properties have been developed by the Gush Family, whose story on this land reaches back to the 1850s. A century and a half later, the bold decision was made to convert Woodbury from traditional agriculture and livestock into ecotourism by co-founding Amakhala Game Reserve.
Today, Woodbury welcomes guests from around the world to enjoy family hospitality and explore a landscape that truly feels like it was destined to showcase the natural splendour of the Eastern Cape bushveld. Our trademarks are the spectacular views over the sweeping Bushman’s River valley and a landscape in which the wildlife of a bygone era have been restored. This is the home of the lion and elephant once more. This is Woodbury.
From humble beginnings to award winning safari experiences
The Woodbury Collection represents three unforgettable safari destinations on the malaria-free Amakhala Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. These properties have been developed by the Gush Family, whose story on this land reaches back to the 1850s. A century and a half later, the bold decision was made to convert Woodbury from traditional agriculture and livestock into ecotourism by co-founding Amakhala Game Reserve.
Today, Woodbury welcomes guests from around the world to enjoy family hospitality and explore a landscape that truly feels like it was destined to showcase the natural splendour of the Eastern Cape bushveld. Our trademarks are the spectacular views over the sweeping Bushman’s River valley and a landscape in which the wildlife of a bygone era have been restored. This is the home of the lion and elephant once more. This is Woodbury.
Woodbury Lodge
Nestled against a krans above the Bushman’s River valley, Woodbury Lodge is a truly unforgettable safari destination. This family-owned lodge is built for comfort in nature, with a stone-and-thatch design that blends discreetly into the forested and boulder-strewn mountainside. Our team is dedicated to providing warm hospitality and friendly service, including delicious meals shared with your fellow guests.
Set out on safari to explore the awe-inspiring diversity of Amakhala Game Reserve, with a professional guide who is passionate about all creatures great and small. Back at the lodge, relax at the pool, take in the views or swap stories around the fire under endless stars. Can you feel it? The magic of Africa is here.
Woodbury Lodge
Nestled against a krans above the Bushman’s River valley, Woodbury Lodge is a truly unforgettable safari destination. This family-owned lodge is built for comfort in nature, with a stone-and-thatch design that blends discreetly into the forested and boulder-strewn mountainside. Our team is dedicated to providing warm hospitality and friendly service, including delicious meals shared with your fellow guests.
Set out on safari to explore the awe-inspiring diversity of Amakhala Game Reserve, with a professional guide who is passionate about all creatures great and small. Back at the lodge, relax at the pool, take in the views or swap stories around the fire under endless stars. Can you feel it? The magic of Africa is here.
Woodbury Tented Camp
An age-old camping tradition has been preserved at Woodbury Tented Camp, where each tent is found in a secluded corner of thicket joined to a central campfire by pathways winding through the trees. This is a meeting of wilderness and comfort, with tents raised up on wooden platforms and complete with en suite bathrooms. This intimacy with nature is found throughout the camp, with a communal dining and lounge area leading out onto a viewing deck that overlooks a waterhole and the magnificent floodplains of the Bushman’s River valley.
Join your passionate and professional guide on an unforgettable safari experience as you go in search of the Big Five and a host of other fascinating fauna and flora. Delicious traditional cuisine including South African wines awaits you back at the Camp, served with a smile by our friendly staff. Breathe in the fresh air or take a dip in the pool as an elephant wanders past. This is your dream safari adventure.
Woodbury Manor
Ever dreamed of a fully tailored safari catering to your every desire? At Woodbury Manor, this dream becomes reality. An exclusive villa-style safari destination, Woodbury Manor is designed to host one group of up to 8 guests at a time. This is the place to truly make yourself at home – relax on the pool deck, hang out in the TV loft or take in the awe-inspiring views. Find your private chef in the open-plan kitchen preparing mouth-watering South African cuisine, or chat to your personal guide about your next exciting safari drive, including any animals on your bucket list! Our friendly and professional team is geared towards making your stay a truly memorable one. Woodbury Manor is the ultimate getaway in nature – what are you waiting for?
"Fantastic Safari experience Woodbury Lodge Amakhala"
Woodbury Lodge was an amazing experience for our family and friends. Our guide was fantastic, very knowledgable and respectful of the animals. We saw so much on our drives with him, it was outstanding. Woodbury went way above our expectations on all we saw and the wonderful setting, surroundings and accommodations all beautiful. The staff at Woodbury lodge are a real credit to them.
Thoroughly recommend Woodbury Lodge on all counts. Animals, our guide, lodges (with your own viewing deck) drives with wonderful pit stops – coffee in the mornings and wine in the evenings, fantastic relaxation area with pool and viewing decks, campfire in the evenings, plentiful food and drinks and a wonderful welcome upon arrival. A truly magical experience.
JayneyR 
"Absolutely amazing"
We visited for 4 nights with friends. This was an amazing experience and we saw so many animals. Our guide, Lenny, was great. We went out early morning after a hot drink and then came back for breakfast which you have with the other guests on one table. It was good being able to talk with others from different countries and share our stories. Then had a break by the pool. Had lunch then off on afternoon safari. Once back dinner is ready. The food were is amazing and I loved the fact that the guides and staff eat with you. The rooms were so lovely and the staff so friendly. I cannot fault anything about these lodges and the whole safari is one of the best holidays I have had.
DartEngland
"Everything we hoped for and more"
This was a great experience. The rooms were so beautiful and private. Great showers and bathrooms. But most of all the Safari experience was fabulous. Seeing the animals close up was so memorable. The guide was so knowledgeable and fun to be with. The group meals were enjoyable and such a nice touch as we met people from all over the world. We also liked that the lodge was small and intimate and we felt we got great personal service. Great lifelong memory.
Rick B
Woodbury Tented Camp
An age-old camping tradition has been preserved at Woodbury Tented Camp, where each tent is found in a secluded corner of thicket joined to a central campfire by pathways winding through the trees. This is a meeting of wilderness and comfort, with tents raised up on wooden platforms and complete with en suite bathrooms. This intimacy with nature is found throughout the camp, with a communal dining and lounge area leading out onto a viewing deck that overlooks a waterhole and the magnificent floodplains of the Bushman’s River valley.
Join your passionate and professional guide on an unforgettable safari experience as you go in search of the Big Five and a host of other fascinating fauna and flora. Delicious traditional cuisine including South African wines awaits you back at the Camp, served with a smile by our friendly staff. Breathe in the fresh air or take a dip in the pool as an elephant wanders past. This is your dream safari adventure.
Woodbury Manor
Ever dreamed of a fully tailored safari catering to your every desire? At Woodbury Manor, this dream becomes reality. An exclusive villa-style safari destination, Woodbury Manor is designed to host one group of up to 8 guests at a time. This is the place to truly make yourself at home – relax on the pool deck, hang out in the TV loft or take in the awe-inspiring views. Find your private chef in the open-plan kitchen preparing mouth-watering South African cuisine, or chat to your personal guide about your next exciting safari drive, including any animals on your bucket list! Our friendly and professional team is geared towards making your stay a truly memorable one. Woodbury Manor is the ultimate getaway in nature – what are you waiting for?
Amakhala Game Reserve
The story of Amakhala Game Reserve is steeped in history. From early hunter gatherers, to cattle herders and commercial farmers, the land has seen an ebb and flow of human footprints. But the sweeping grasslands, dune forests and soaring escarpments have retained an indelible wildness. It’s no wonder the first dinosaur bones in the Southern Hemisphere were discovered here. This landscape is prehistoric.
Today, Amakhala is a wildlife haven spanning over 9000 hectares. A spectacular variety of fauna and flora call this place home, including the Big Five and nearly 250 species of birds. Through multi-generational collaboration between neighbours and a commitment to conservation and community, Amakhala strives to be a safari destination that will truly leave its mark. This is the African bush like you’ve never seen it before.
Amakhala Game Reserve
The story of Amakhala Game Reserve is steeped in history. From early hunter gatherers, to cattle herders and commercial farmers, the land has seen an ebb and flow of human footprints. But the sweeping grasslands, dune forests and soaring escarpments have retained an indelible wildness. It’s no wonder the first dinosaur bones in the Southern Hemisphere were discovered here. This landscape is prehistoric.
Today, Amakhala is a wildlife haven spanning over 9000 hectares. A spectacular variety of fauna and flora call this place home, including the Big Five and nearly 250 species of birds. Through multi-generational collaboration between neighbours and a commitment to conservation and community, Amakhala strives to be a safari destination that will truly leave its mark. This is the African bush like you’ve never seen it before.
Get in Touch
For any questions or booking enquiries, please feel free to get in touch. Please email reservations@amakhala.co.za
WOODBURY TENTED CAMP
woodburytentedcamp@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 41 235 1109
Call: +27 60 979 3219
WOODBURY LODGE
woodbury@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 42 235 1107
Call: +27 60 979 3219
WOODBURY MANOR
woodburymanor@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 41 450 5658
Call: +27 82 659 1796
HOW TO FIND US:
Navigate to Woodbury Gate, Amakhala Private Game Reserve, Eastern Cape, South Africa
Get in Touch
For any questions or booking enquiries,
please feel free to get in touch. Please email reservations@amakhala.co.za
WOODBURY COLLECTION
WOODBURY TENTED CAMP
woodburytentedcamp@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 41 235 1109
Call: +27 60 979 3219
WOODBURY LODGE
woodbury@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 42 235 1107
Call: +27 60 979 3219
WOODBURY MANOR
woodburymanor@amakhala.co.za
Call: +27 41 450 5658
Call: +27 82 659 1796