Awake to the sounds of the African bush veld as the sun makes its appearance on the horizon bringing with it the prospect of another perfect day. Eco friendly Pumba, a proud member of the Green Leaf Conservation Initiative, is set in the malaria-free Eastern Cape and provides an intimate African safari experience never to be forgotten.
The reserve is home to Africa’s Big Five as well as rare white lion, hippo, hyena, cheetah, giraffes, various antelope and more than 300 bird species. Feel the heartbeat of nature as you explore the reserve in custom landrovers or on guided walking safaris.
Water Lodge offers waterfront chalets overlooking Lake Cariega while Bush Lodgeis set on a floodplain with scenic mountain views offering luxury thatch and glass chalets. All Chalets open onto private game viewing decks boasting plunge pools and outdoor showers.
The indulgent bathrooms offer free-standing tubs and double basins, and each room is fitted with an earthenware fireplace. Whether dining indoors or under the starlit sky, meals at Pumba are simply sublime.
Enjoy African fusion cuisine with an Eastern Cape flair complemented by a superb selection of local wines from hotel's Director’s Cellar. Revitalise body and mind in the Soul Spa or enjoy a workout in the glass enclosed gym at Msenge Bush Lodge.
Other activities include bird watching, bass fishing, stargazing, archery as well as nearby horse riding and golf. An hour from Port Elizabeth and 15 minutes from Grahamstown. WiFi. TGCSA 5-star Lodge.
Pumba has recently been recognised by Somak Holidays as one of the Top 5 Safari Destinations in Africa.
Kaleidoscope Travel, which is a travel portal with integrated luxury travel content that brings together travel stories, local insight and travel tips for their audience of readers has recognised Pumba as a world class safari destination.
Pumba Private Game Reserve is home to the second known free-ranging, self-sustainable population of White Lions in Southern Africa. The reserve is home to a pride of White Lions, Tawny Coloured split gene Lions, some of which are wild born.
Pumba’s White Lion project objective was to establish a sustainable self-sufficient pride of Lions comprising of pure white and split gene animals, which has now been successfully achieved and is reinforced by being one of CNN’s Top 10 Safari destinations in the world.
Since the opening of Pumba, signs (tracks, scats and kills) of free-ranging Leopard have been noted in the area, particularly along the drainage lines of the river courses which meander through the reserve.
Pumba has rehabilitated Leopards which have come from areas where they were removed due to being categorized as problem animals.
The management objective was to develop a sustainable population of Leopards into an area where they already occur but in very limited numbers.
This objective has been successfully achieved with frequent leopard sightings.
This stylish 2 bedroom chalet has a lounge area separating the 2 bedrooms. Generous proportions with every attention to detail, crisp white embroidered linen and a comfortable king sized bed make the main room a heavenly retreat.
The second bedroom has its own private bathroom and shower area. A wraparound deck with private plunge pool and steam room below complete this picture of ultimate luxury.
Inspirations for the scents and remedies used are taken from fynbos, the desert and the ocean.
Hotel's expert therapists are qualified to pamper you with a host of therapies, including various massages, full body wraps, hot stone therapy, manicures, pedicures, facials and hydrotherapy.
None of these are done in isolation, however, with hotel therapists cognizant of a holistic approach in all spheres.
If you prefer complete intimacy and privacy, therapists will come to you. Enjoy all of these soothing treatments within the comfort of your own suite.
A steam room, gym and plunge pool are also available to you, providing the perfect end to a busy day spent exploring the Eastern Cape bushveld.
Hotel offers a fully equipped gym which has a 180 degree view of the wild African bush.
Discover true serenity in hotel's calming Soul Spa. Soul Spa is committed to the rejuvenation and soothing of body, mind and spirit.
Yoga practices to make you feel at ease, regardless of flexibility or age, so that you can return from your mat happier, open and balanced to make the most of everyday.
Pumba Water Lodge is equipped with Bass fishing rods for both Fly Fishing and Bay Casting.
For guests who are avid birding enthusiasts, and who wish to go on a birding safari, they may choose to embark on a pre-arranged birding outing with the latest in birding technology.
Perched alongside the Cariega River, the Pumba Water Lodge Conference Centre combines an intimate venue with excellent facilities and gorgeous surroundings that are sure to inspire to make any event successful.
Guests can be afforded the opportunity of going on a post dinner nocturnal drive to look for animals of the night.
Sit under clear crisp skies and have the universe transcend upon you.
The idyllic wedding and honeymoon destination is a lot closer than you think. Situated only an hour’s drive from the ‘Friendly City’, Pumba Private Game Reserve is the perfect marriage of adventure and romance for newly weds.
Opportunity allowsfor some of the high profile species to be observed on foot e.g. Elephant, Rhinoceros, Lion and majestic large eagles.
Guest safety is an important factor hotel's team takes into account. On game drives guests are in animal territory, therefore strict rules must apply. The vehicles are open along the sides and at times be quite bumpy. As a result put in place rules regarding children under the age of 6.
For their own safety, children under the age of 6 years are not permitted to go on normal big 5 game drives.
Special game drives can be arranged for families with children younger than 6 years. There is a surcharge of R750.00 for a private game drive vehicle, subject to availability.
However, should other families be staying at the reserve team will do the best to group them on a vehicle at no additional cost.
PUMBA PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Highlands Makana Municipality 6140South Africa