Excursion Sibuya private game reserve - safari with river boat transfer & lunch tour at Port Elizabeth

Discover one of South Africa’s most unique safari destinations during this unforgettable, full-day, game drive excursion with lunch at the beautiful Sibuya Private Game Reserve.

Port Elizabeth, Sibuya Private Game Reserve, Navigable Rivers, Abundant Wildlife & Bird Species

Depart the pier with your guide for the scenic, approximately 1.5-hour drive to the Sibuya Private Game Reserve. One of South Africa's most unique safari destinations, Sibuya has more navigable rivers than any other game reserve in South Africa. As a result, it is home to nearly 400 different bird species and one of the most renowned birding destinations in the region. This breathtakingly beautiful game reserve is also a sanctuary to an abundance of diverse wildlife, from elephants to otters and almost everything in between, including the Big Five (lions, leopards, elephants, rhinos, and buffaloes).

Varied Terrain & Vegetation, River-Plains, Lower Albany Thicket, Cape Fynbos, Grassy Plateau

Sibuya offers accommodation in two private and exclusive, luxury-tented game lodges, and prides itself on superb cuisine. Thought to be amongst South Africa's most beautiful private game reserves, Sibuya spans more than 7,413 acres (about 3,000 hectares) of varied terrain and vegetation. From the moderately-open river plains and through the pristine Lower Albany thicket, there are also patches of Cape fynbos and a windswept, grassy plateau favoured by many of the larger grazing animals. Sibuya supports one of the highest densities of wildlife in South Africa, ensuring an intensive and varied game-viewing experience amidst spectacular natural surrounds.

Kenton-on-Sea, Reception Area, Riverboat Transfer, Game Drive, Forest Camp, Day Centre, Lunch

Sibuya's reception area is located in the holiday village of Kenton-on-Sea, in the eastern Cape Province. Upon arrival and after welcome drinks and a comfort stop, proceed to the river and embark your awaiting boat for the approximately 45-minute cruise to the Forest Camp. Upon arrival, disembark the boat, receive your safety and tour instructions, then board your open-air, 4WD safari vehicle for an approximately three-hour game drive through the Sibuya Game Reserve. Afterward, proceed to the Day Centre at Forest Camp for a buffet lunch. After lunch, embark your boat for the approximately 45-minute river cruise back to the reception area, then re-board your coach and commence the approximately 1.5-hour drive back to the pier.

Points of interests

Points of interest seen on this excursion include: Port Elizabeth, Sibuya Private Game Reserve, Navigable Rivers, Big Five, Abundant Wildlife & Bird Species, Varied Terrain & Vegetation, Game Drive, Lunch

Note

Please note: This tour involves an extensive amount of off-road driving and a moderate amount of walking for approximately 219 yards (about 200 metres), at times over uneven, bumpy, gravel, and natural surfaces, with a few steps to negotiate to get on/off the coach, board/de-board the open-air, 4WD safari vehicles, and embark/disembark the riverboat. The ride may be rough at times, and guests will experience bumpy, jerking motions. This tour is recommended for active guests in good physical condition. This tour is not suitable for pregnant guests, guests with neck and/or back problems, guests with heart and/or respiratory conditions, guests prone to motion sickness, guests with limited mobility, and guests who utilise a wheelchair. Guests are advised to wear lightweight, cotton safari wear (long-and-short-sleeved shirts and pants) with flat, sturdy, and closed-toe walking shoes, and bring sun protection, insect repellent, a light, weatherproof jacket, bottled water, and local currency or credit cards for purchases from the ship. Guests must be at least six years old to participate on this tour; minors under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian over 18 years old. Guests must carry their passports and ship’s ID at all times. Guests must be at least 18 years old to be served alcoholic beverages. Guests are not permitted to speak loudly, or stand up on the game drive vehicles, as this disturbs the animals. Smoking is not permitted during the game drives. No food may be taken into the reserve on the open-air, 4WD safari vehicles. Guests are advised not to wear jewellery on this excursion. The open-air, 4WD safari vehicles utilised on this tour are not covered, and guests are therefore exposed to the elements. Although frequently encountered on this type of tour, wildlife and bird sightings are not guaranteed. The Sibuya Private Game Reserve is located in a malaria-free zone. Due to the prevailing weather conditions and movement of dangerous wildlife on the game drives, the tour sequence, timings, and itinerary are subject to change by the lodge management without prior notice. The driving time between the pier and sites visited is approximately 1.5 hours in each direction. A signed waiver is required to participate on this tour. Space on this tour is extremely limited; we suggest you book well in advance to avoid disappointment.

Guests are required to fill out an indemnity form to participate in this activity, indicating passport or National ID number.