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Kichaka Luxury Game Lodge

Located between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown is Kichaka Lodge

Description

Kichaka Lodge is ideally situated just over one hour from Port Elizabeth airport. The main lodge is constructed in stone and thatch which blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. It overlooks a large water hole popular with hippo, giraffe, elephant and countless other game. The lounge and dining areas have been constructed so as to give the best possible aspect over unspoilt bush, large terraces stretch over the waterhole provides a magnificent viewing deck. The terrace also extends into a small island creating an enchanting outdoor dining area. You can even relax and enjoy a swim with the hippos in our rim-flow pool adjacent to the waterhole or just enjoy sun, cocktails and glorious views on the large pool terrace.

Special attention has been paid to making sure that our guests enjoy an outstanding level of comfort and luxury during their stay. In keeping with this philosophy each of the 10 exclusive suites at Kichaka lodge have been built to provide every amenity, attention to detail ensures unrivalled levels of sumptuous opulence.

Each unique suite is named after the indigenous bush that surrounds it. They are built of stone and thatch and situated in secluded settings ensuring total privacy and a real sense of space. The suites are connected to the main lodge by walkways which wind through the bush. Special care has been taken to ensure spectacular views from the lounge, bedroom and bathroom of each unit. Each 70m² suite has a lounge area with large glass sliding doors on two sides which open wide, making these rooms part of the surrounding bush. Each climate controlled suite boast a large viewing deck and private heated plunge pool. Every amenity is provided from the fully-stocked bar fridge, telephone and free internet access to 24 hour room service. State of the art air-conditioning and under floor heating provide year round comfort. All bathrooms have both shower and bath facilities.

Kichaka offers 5 star cuisine and impeccable personal service. We offer our guests the choice of private dining in your suite, enjoying your meals in the main lodge dining room, outdoor dining at one of our specially designed outdoor dining areas or perhaps in the library. We take pride in offering a personal and flexible service ensuring that you’re dining experiences with us are perfectly suited to satisfy your individual tastes.

Food & Wine

Kichaka offers 5 star cuisine and impeccable personal service. Inventive and talented Executive Chef Haji Hamit'scuisine epitomizes sophisticated contemporary South African cuisine. The excellence of our cuisine and our superb wine list will make your dining experience one to be long remembered.

Sumptuously prepared meals are enjoyed in the main dining room,in the privacy of your own suite, or at one of our specially designed outdoor areas. We take pride in offering a personal and flexible service ensuring that your dining experiences with us are perfectly suited to satisfy your individual tastes.

The Kichaka wine list is especially selected by our expert wine cellar managers and a choice ofred, white & sparkling South African house wines are available. For theconnoisseur, a further selection of rare and fine premier wines and imported French champagne is also available. A selection of Cuban cigars is on offer from the humidor.

Accommodation

Suites at Kichaka

You can expect an exceptional level of comfort and luxury during your stay at Kichaka.

The 10 exclusive suites at Kichaka have been built to provide every amenity. Attention to detail ensures unrivalled levels of sumptuous opulence.

Each unique suite is named after the indigenous bush that surrounds it. Built of stone and thatch, the suites are situated in secluded settings ensuring total privacy and a real sense of space. The suites are connected to the main lodge by walkways which wind through the natural bush.

The Main Lodge at Kichaka

The main lodge at Kichaka is constructed in stone and thatch which blends seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. It overlooks a large water hole popular with hippo, giraffe, elephant and countless other game.

The lounge and dining areas have been constructed to give the best possible aspect over unspoilt bush. Large terraces stretch over the waterhole & provide a magnificent viewing deck. The terrace also extends into a small island creating an enchanting outdoor dining area.

Above the lounge is a library which overlooks the waterhole. This room provides a quiet place to curl up with your favorite bookorcatch yourfavourite sporting events which you can view on our flatscreen plasma TV. The main lodge & suites have complimentary, Wi-Fi internet facilities available to our guests.

The wine lover is well catered for at Kichaka Lodge, our large wine cellar offers a range of premier wines, selected by our specialist wine cellar management team.

You can even relax and enjoy a swim in our rim-flow pool adjacent to the waterhole where the hippos wallow, or just enjoy sun, cocktails and glorious views on the large pool terrace.

The immediate camp area is secured by discreet electric fencing to ensure safety of guests and to deter elephants from destroying our trees. Being uniquely protected in this manner, Kichaka guests are able to take advantage of the opportunity to walk freely around the camp and enjoy the local flora and birdlife.

Kichaka Lodge is ideally situated just over one hour from Port Elizabeth airport. Guests can land at the airport; enjoy a comfortable drive in luxury transfer and within the hour, be relaxing, cocktail in hand, overlooking the magnificent Eastern Cape bush and Big 5 game.