Samara Karoo Reserve

Booked to stay 3 nights at Pleins tented camp. Unfortunately, first night windy, wet & cold. No inside showers -we moved to the amazing Lodge. The tented camp a true out of Africa experience, however, a caveat, go in warmer weather. Food & staff just wonderful

The whole concept of Samara is engaging and wholesome. They have huge ambitions for conservation, many have already been fulfilled. The environment is tranquil and aligned with nature. The concept of the planes camp sitting lightly on the earth is true and the whole experience from start to finish was exactly as we hoped. We did Cheetah tracking on foot, game drives up the mountain and across the reserve. The rangers and trackers were passionate and engaging and the hospitaility of staff was excellent. They were friendly and also very happy to look after us. smiles all round!

Of the best Safari's we have done in many years. Loved the Karoo and open plains. Our guides were great and we saw exceptional game. Understand that if you book the tented camp, while luxurious - it is still a tented bush experience. For us it was 100% , but may not be everyone's taste. Enjoy.

from the moment we arrived, i could tell this was 5 star and more, the staff Veronica and Koos meet us at the steps, and it continued to be one of the best experiences we have had. Clayton and Veronica arranged for our lodge, and what a lodge, number 8. Light, spotless, magnificent views, you just wanted to sit on the stoep and watch the sun come up and go down, and the animals all around you. The meals were exceptional, i have to mention the staff Whelmey, Candice, Geraldine, Nokuthula and Jannie, they were always there and also recognized your space. Clayton and Emille at the bar were fantastic. Our guide and tracker their knowledge was superb. We have been to many lodges, in Botswana, Sabi etc, and Samara is up there with the best. You will not be disappointed with this lodge; you must stay for at least 3/4 nights to enjoy the surroundings and the night sky.

We have spent the most beautiful, exciting, happy and relaxed days at Samara Karoo Reserve. This is a must visit for all nature loving people, and everybody else, who just needs a break from reality! The food is amazing, the accommodation is super comfy, beautiful and tastefully equipped, and the Reserve is just maintained with love and a purpose. The passion for animals, wildlife and nature is palpable on every turn. We will come again!

This is a hunting facility. Trip advisor should not be supporting this. They hunting jackal, warthog, baboons And many animals. This is not an ethical place. It is mostly aimed at international visitors who pay in dollars and come to our country to hunt our animals.