Glen Afric Country Lodge

We had a truly memorable stay at Glen Afric Country Lodge, we stayed in the bushcamp cottage. It was not only clean and comfortable but also had a traditional, authentic feel that made our experience feel even more special. Things to note for future guests: If you’re staying in the bushcamp and don’t have your own vehicle, you won’t be able to leave the area without a staff member picking you up, which is completely understandable for safety reasons. However, it did make us feel at times like we were a bit of a hindrance to the staff, even though they never once complained or gave us any reason to feel that way. The team was always professional and accommodating, but this is just something to consider if you’re planning to stay in the bushcamp cottage. The highlight of our trip was the exceptional service provided by the team. The rangers, Shannan, Zilke and Justine, all 3 were absolutely amazing, knowledgeable and friendly. Stanley was also incredibly kind and ensured we got home safely every night with a smile. The lady on reception, helped us organise a trip to the Lion and Safari Park. And was always very helpful with any of our questions. The animals all appeared healthy and well cared for, and it was clear the staff are committed to their well-being. A special mention goes to the elephant keepers, who were not only great at their jobs but also had a fantastic sense of humor, making our encounters with the elephants truly unforgettable. Our room in the bushcamp was well-equipped with a fridge-freezer, toaster, microwave, and tea/coffee making facilities, which was a nice touch. However, it’s important to note that guests are informed upon arrival that no outside food or drink is to be brought into the reserve, which makes the facilities a bit redundant. This ties into the fact that you need to rely on staff pickups to get to the restaurant when you’re feeling peckish. While the staff was always happy to assist, we hesitated to ask for frequent rides as we didn’t want to be a bother. All the servers at the restaurant were happy, polite, and welcoming. The food portions were huge, and I would definitely recommend the lamb pie and the beef prego roll—they were unreal! There is a curio shop (opens 10am til 1pm) that sells drinks and snacks, and gifts, as a brit i found the snack selection a bit scarce. That said, the lady working there was very nice and the shop offered some lovely memorabilia of the reserve, which we definitely took full advantage of! When booking - One other issue was the lack of reviews, which initially left us unsure of what to expect. This is why I’m posting such a thorough review—to help others make an informed decision. We had such a positive experience, and we hope this review will encourage more guests to discover this hidden gem. We would highly recommend Glen Afric for anyone looking for an authentic safari experience with rescued animals and the best care.

We stayed for two nights in the Livingston Suite and could not recommend Glen Afric Country Lodge more. The room was perfect and spotlessly clean. The views of the estate from the room was perfect. staff was all amazing (Thank you all) Justine took us on a private tour of the Wild at Heart - Leopards Den film set and was incredibly knowledgeable about the series. Thank you so much for a once in a lifetime experience! Visit Glen Afric Country Lodge for a true South African experience.

Really good experience and slept very well that was very important - service excellent and addressed the geyser issue ASAP promptly - sincerely appreciated. I will stay over again if need to do business in your area. thank you so much for all the caring

We visited Glen Afric 10 years ago as day visitors and this year returned after a 3 week visit to SA, starting in Cape Town and then with family in Pretoria. We stayed at Glen Afric for two nights and as it was out of season, we had the place to ourselves almost exclusively. The property has been extended since our last visit much to the benefit of it. The staff and Nicolena were absolutely fantastic and we also met back up with Asan and George the Elephant handlers, we first saw 10 years ago. I even had a photo on my phone of Asan from our first visit. The grounds are kept in great condition and if you are unsure about doing a Safari then this is a great introduction to a game reserve. We were at Glen Afric in what is SA,s winter but the weather was like an English summer without the rain. We will definitely return.

The staff was great, the safari, especially being able to touch the animals, the room was excellent and I enjoyed the Wild at Heart buildings. The only bad thing was the lack of electricity. We are spoiled with that.

We had lunch in the amazing restaurant. We sat on the balcony over looking the beautiful mountains. Lunch was tasty and plentiful and reasonably priced. Service was amazing. We then went on a safari drive with Shannon. What an awesome drive. She is very knowledgeable and was very accomadating . She made my day as I am unable to walk but she drove us everywhere and kept me in the shade. Thank you Shannon for making our visit.