Samara Karoo Reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience for discerning travelers. Set on 67,000 acres of heart-stoppingly beautiful restored wilderness, the award-winning malaria-free reserve encompasses 5 vegetation biomes, including the unique Samara Mara, and a diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five. Three intimate lodges lie nestled beneath an amphitheatre of mountains, offering guests the feeling of having this timeless landscape all to themselves.
Encircled by a natural amphitheatre of mountains, Karoo Lodge, a lovingly restored farmhouse lies on the first property purchased by Samara’s founders in 1997. Combining modern day comforts with a rustic and welcoming feel, Karoo Lodge is the perfect place to relax and allow the tranquillity of the Karoo to envelop you – on the wide verandah in summer or by the cosy fire in winter. With 10 suites of varying sizes, Karoo Lodge caters for individual travellers, couples, families and small groups.
The Manor is an elegant 4-suite villa, a striking oasis in the semi-desert landscape. Each suite comprises a bedroom and bathroom with shower and free-standing bath. A private patio with outdoor seating looks out over a mountain landscape. The Manor is small enough to feel intimate, yet large enough to give all guests a feeling of space and privacy. The villa opens up into two living areas and two smaller breakaway lounging alcoves. Unwind by the fireplace where a crackling fire burns in the winter months and the large glass doors to the patio are cast wide open in summer.
An off-grid experience with spellbinding views, Plains Camp focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. No Wi-FI, no electricity, no high-tech distractions, just a grounding, humbling experience in nature. Four deluxe tents welcome guests for a unique explorer-style experience with a focus on the ultimate luxuries, time and space. Located in a remote part of the reserve with spellbinding views and abundant wildlife including the Big 5, this unpretentious eco-conscious camp lets the landscape do the talking, allowing guests to disconnect from their busy lives in soothing solitude.
Samara combines magnificent landscapes and wildlife viewing with understated luxury and a greater conservation purpose, delivering a safari for the soul.
Samara Karoo Reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience for discerning travelers. Set on 67,000 acres ...
Samara Karoo Reserve offers an unforgettable safari experience for discerning travelers. Set on 67,000 acres of heart-stoppingly beautiful restored wilderness, the award-winning malaria-free reserve encompasses 5 vegetation biomes, including the unique Samara Mara, and a diversity of wildlife, including the Big Five. Three intimate lodges lie nestled beneath an amphitheatre of mountains, offering guests the feeling of having this timeless landscape all to themselves.
Encircled by a natural amphitheatre of mountains, Karoo Lodge, a lovingly restored farmhouse lies on the first property purchased by Samara’s founders in 1997. Combining modern day comforts with a rustic and welcoming feel, Karoo Lodge is the perfect place to relax and allow the tranquillity of the Karoo to envelop you – on the wide verandah in summer or by the cosy fire in winter. With 10 suites of varying sizes, Karoo Lodge caters for individual travellers, couples, families and small groups.
The Manor is an elegant 4-suite villa, a striking oasis in the semi-desert landscape. Each suite comprises a bedroom and bathroom with shower and free-standing bath. A private patio with outdoor seating looks out over a mountain landscape. The Manor is small enough to feel intimate, yet large enough to give all guests a feeling of space and privacy. The villa opens up into two living areas and two smaller breakaway lounging alcoves. Unwind by the fireplace where a crackling fire burns in the winter months and the large glass doors to the patio are cast wide open in summer.
An off-grid experience with spellbinding views, Plains Camp focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. No Wi-FI, no electricity, no high-tech distractions, just a grounding, humbling experience in nature. Four deluxe tents welcome guests for a unique explorer-style experience with a focus on the ultimate luxuries, time and space. Located in a remote part of the reserve with spellbinding views and abundant wildlife including the Big 5, this unpretentious eco-conscious camp lets the landscape do the talking, allowing guests to disconnect from their busy lives in soothing solitude.
Samara combines magnificent landscapes and wildlife viewing with understated luxury and a greater conservation purpose, delivering a safari for the soul.
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Rooms
Karoo Lodge | Karoo Suite
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Eight Karoo Suites are standalone suites located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each suite has a bedroom and en-suite bathroom with private wraparound verandah, outdoor shower and magnificent views.
Karoo Lodge | Karoo Family Suite
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Two Karoo Family Suites are standalone units located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each consists of two en-suite bedrooms sharing a living room. Each room has a private wraparound verandah, outdoor shower and magnificent views.
The Manor | Exclusive-Use
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Exclusive-use of The Manor. Four spacious suites each contain a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove & pool.
The Manor | Manor Suite
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Spacious suite within The Manor, containing a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a shared living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove & pool.
Plains Camp | Tented Suite
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2
This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Each Tented Suite comprises a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Plains Camp l Exclusive-Use
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8
Exclusive use of Plains Camp. This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Four Tented Suites each comprise a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Karoo Lodge | Karoo Suite
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2
Eight Karoo Suites are standalone suites located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each suite has a bedroom and en-suite bathroom with private wraparound verandah, outdoor shower and magnificent views.
Karoo Lodge | Karoo Family Suite
3•
4
Two Karoo Family Suites are standalone units located within the grounds of Karoo Lodge. Each consists of two en-suite bedrooms sharing a living room. Each room has a private wraparound verandah, outdoor shower and magnificent views.
The Manor | Exclusive-Use
6•
8
Exclusive-use of The Manor. Four spacious suites each contain a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove & pool.
The Manor | Manor Suite
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2
Spacious suite within The Manor, containing a bedroom, bathroom with separate bath and shower, air-conditioning and a private patio with outdoor seating. The suites have access to a shared living room, dining room, bar, lounging alcove & pool.
Plains Camp | Tented Suite
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2
This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Each Tented Suite comprises a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Plains Camp l Exclusive-Use
4•
8
Exclusive use of Plains Camp. This off-grid safari experience focuses on walking safaris and reconnecting with nature in elegant simplicity. Four Tented Suites each comprise a bedroom, en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, fireplace and seating area.
Facilities
The below facilities are available at this stay:
Restaurant
Room service
Laundry service
Wheelchair access
Wi-Fi
Children's play area
Library
Bar / Lounge
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January
From €502
February
From €533
March
From €3220
April
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May
From €473
June
From €3220
July
From €3220
August
From €533
September
From €3220
October
From €3220
November
From €565
December
From €613
January
From €502
February
From €533
March
From €3220
April
From €3220
May
From €473
June
From €3220
July
From €3220
August
From €533
September
From €3220
October
From €3220
November
From €565
December
From €613
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