Lake Eland Game Reserve Verified listing

COVERING AN IMPRESSIVE 2500 HECTARES WITH DIVERSE ECOSYSTEMS OF BUSHVELD, GRASSLAND, COASTAL FOREST, AND WETLAND THIS NATURAL LANDSCAPE OFFERS A PLACE OF PEACE AND TRANQUILITY.

Brothers Eric and Trevor Dunstone purchased the land for conservation and founded the reserve in 2003. A large lake shaped like the eland common in bushman paintings gives the reserve its name “Lake Eland” in honour of this magnificent antelope and its symbolic meaning to the San. This natural landscape is truly a place of peace and tranquility and can be found just a quick 40 minutes drive from Port Shepstone, South Coast of KwaZulu Natal.

LAKE ELAND GAME RESERVE IS THE PERFECT VENUE FOR DAY VISITORS, A FAMILY HOLIDAY, TEAM BUILDING OR ROMANTIC GETAWAY.
Activities to choose from include a self game drive, viewing the abundant wild life and flora to be seen from the comfort of your car. In addition guests can walk across our 80m suspension bridge, as well as our fabulous Zip Line Tour.

Horse rides, walking and single track mountain bike trails, paintball, fishing, picnic sites and specific 4×4 track are available.

The restaurant and fully licensed tea garden are close to a children’s playground.

Activities:
ZIP LINE & ZIP X-TREME TOURS
The Zip Line Tour at Lake Eland Game Reserve is a guided zip line tour of 14 slides and a return trip to Zip Line office.

The Zip eXtreme has the first slide being a 1km “straight-down” thrilling ride reaching speeds of up to 160 kms per hour and then 2 more slides to the collection point. Not for children.

The standard Rate = R490 pp plus day visitors fee
Discounted Rate = R390 pp plus day visitors fee

SCOOTER TOUR
5km of fun and adventure for the whole family!!

Come and enjoy a 5km guided tour on a non-motorized scooter on the game reserve with beautiful views of the magnificent Oribi Gorge and wild life, including impala, blesbok, giraffe, zebra, etc.

Rates: R350 + Day visitors fee
R175 + day visitors fee (Kids between 6 – 9 years, accompanied by an adult)

What to bring: Closed shoes.

Other: Must be capable of balance and breaking

SUSPENSION BRIDGE & VIEW SITES
One of the main highlights for guests visiting Lake Eland Game Reserve is to walk across our 80m Suspension Bridge. Not only is it exhilarating to walk across the Suspension Bridge, but it is quite an achievement for many of us who are fearful of heights. The views from the Suspension Bridge are breathtaking and you will be inspired by the magnificence and grandeur of the Oribi Gorge.

We have a saying in South Africa “Africa isn’t for sissies” and this adventurous walk across the bridge is definitely not for the faint-hearted. For those of you who are still considering whether or not to take the challenge and cross the bridge when you next visit Lake Eland, maybe this might help: each cable that supports the Suspension Bridge can hold 70 tons, so unless you’re carrying all your gym weights in your pockets, you should be just fine!

RESTAURANT & TEA GARDEN
Lake Eland’s Restaurant provides an indoor dining area as well as an outdoor deck and garden area, overlooking the Game Reserve. So prior, or after, a drive on the Game Reserve stop at the Tea Garden.

Lake Eland’s menu has been specifically designed by our executive chef to create a simple yet diverse selection of flavours and dishes. Our famous giant Burgers are a much loved favourite among visitors. Fully licensed outdoor bar.

Restaurant Hours : 7.30am – 4.00pm (kitchen closes)

Closed at night.

PICNIC & BRAAI FACILITIES
There are three designated picnic and braai facilities available on the Game Reserve. One being a short drive from reception, another picnic & braai site is ideally situated nearby a stream among lush old trees providing shade for those hot summer days and the third being at the the Lake where there are shaded gazebos along its banks.

SELF GAME DRIVE
Lake Eland has a variety of routes that one can select depending on the amount of time you have to spend touring the Game Reserve.

One of the popular routes including a visit to the suspension bridge and caves past the Zip Line office 2-3 hours. For a full day at Lake Eland continue the scenic drive on the reserve to Lake and back along the western side of the Reserve, which is just over 30km.

The roads can accommodate all “normal” cars, no need for a 4×4.

GUIDED GAME DRIVES
R250 per person +- 2.5 hours

Max 10 people – Min charge R1,000

Groups: R200 pp (min 11 people)

4×4 TRACK
Vehicle: R 150 per vehicle (own vehicle)

Motor Bike / Quad: R 60.00 per person (bring own quad)

MOUNTAIN BIKING, FISHING & WALKING
Day Visitors Fee only R75pp – bring your own gear/equipment

HORSE RIDES
R250 per person for 1 hour Ride

Max 6 people / Min 2 people – Minimum age is 10 yrs
(Bookings and pre-payment are essential)

PAINTBALL
R150 per person for 70 Shots / Balls

Min 4 people – Minimum age is 10 yrs

RESERVE GATE TIMES
7am – 5pm Monday to Sunday
DAY VISITOR ENTRANCE FEE
R75 per person.
Children : R45
RESTAURANT HOURS
7.30am – 4.00pm (Closed at night)
ZIP LINE & SCOOTER HOURS
8am – 2pm (Last tour)

ACCOMMODATION
2-SLEEPER ACCOMMODATION
2-SLEEPER CHALETS
Retreat to the comfort of one of our beautifully decorated and fully equipped self-catering 2-sleeper chalets. The chalets are surrounded by natural vegetation and provide a peaceful and romantic escape.

Each chalet has a king size bed, en-suite bathroom, open plan kitchen with chairs and lounge area and a car-port. The chalets opens onto a deck, and a private braai area ideal for those tranquil evenings spent under the stars. The chalets are serviced daily.

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FAMILY AND GROUP ACCOMMODATION
FAMILY 5 SLEEPER CHALETS
Enjoy a relaxing and peaceful holiday in one of our self-catering chalets, hanging over the dam’s edge. These original family chalets have a main bedroom and a second bedroom with a single bed and a bunk bed.

The bathroom has a shower. The open-plan kitchen and lounge, with fireplace leads onto the deck, with outdoor furniture, perfect for lazy afternoons enjoying the scenery from your own private deck.

A car-port is adjacent to the cabin and a grassy braai area makes an ideal spot for those tranquil evenings spent under the stars. The chalets are serviced daily.

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FAMILY 6 SLEEPER CHALETS
Facing the sunset with magnificent views over the lower dam, our 6-sleeper family chalets are a delight. Hanging over the dam’s edge, the self catering chalets have a main bedroom with a king size bed and a second bedroom with a single bed, a bunk bed and a “loft bed” making it ideal for a large family.The bathroom has a shower.

The chalets has a open-plan kitchen and lounge, with fireplace, leads onto the deck with outdoor furniture, perfect for lazy afternoons enjoying the scenery from your own private deck. A car-port is adjacent to the cabin and a grassy braai area makes an ideal spot for those tranquil evenings spent under the stars. The chalets are serviced daily.

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FAMILY HOME
Lake Eland Game Reserve has a fully equipped larger family home situated close to the office, swimming pool, fishing dam, restaurant and playground which sleeps 6. Providing the perfect accommodation for larger groups of friends or families looking for a relaxing and comfortable stay.

The Home has a large kitchen open plan with a comfy lounge area. There is an outdoor braai area. The home is serviced daily.

PARK HOME
The rustic Park Home provides the perfect accommodation for families or group of friends looking for a relaxing and comfortable stay. With 3 double bedrooms and two additional single beds in the lounge the Park Home sleeps 8 people.

Situated near to the swimming pool, fishing dam and restaurant, and are serviced daily. There is a outdoor braai area.

CAMPING
CARAVAN AND CAMP SITES
Panoramic views over the reserve are the highlight of our camping and caravan sites, but the close proximity and convenient access to reception, the playground and a fishing dam at reception are added features.

The well-equipped sites feature a fixed braai & grid, electricity points and two ablution blocks. The campsites are separated by wooden partitions providing privacy from other campers without sacrificing the view.

PIPE DREAM
Dare to be different then our unique 2-sleeper Pipe Dream is perfect for an unconventional holiday – consisting only of a double bed built into an old concrete water pipe!

This quaint unit provides a romantic little spot with a small patio and braai area. Communal toilets and showers are shared with the campsite. Bring your own cooking/catering utensils and this will definitely be a romantic holiday to boast about!

CAMPING FOR GROUPS AT THE LAKE
For all fishing enthusiasts, nature lovers and those who just enjoy being in the outdoors amidst breathtaking views, the campsites are situated at the Lake provide the perfect getaway and family holiday.

Campsites are spread out on the waters edge providing an ideal spot for fishing and swimming. Each having its own braai and covered area. The communal boma, dish-washing and ablution facilities are shared among the campsites and cottages.

There are “Fisherman Cottages” situated just above the campsites at the lake. Each cottage has its own braai and outdoor area. The communal boma, dish-washing and ablution facilities are shared among the campsites and cottages. There is no electrical points at the lake.