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Bellevue Forest Reserve

Lodge Paterson · Northern Cape
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Bellevue Forest Reserve
Bellevue Forest Reserve

About

A 2,500-hectare malaria-free game reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape, featuring African wildlife and accommodation in Elephants Lodge or luxury glamping safari tents, with giraffe tracking as the signature activity.

Accommodation

Elephants Lodge features five elegant thatched suites sleeping up to twelve guests with views overlooking a waterhole. Luxury glamping safari tents offer wooden decks and power showers. Stargazer Camp provides three private open-air treehouses designed for stargazing with gauzily draped bug nets.

Facilities

Facilities include a mineral pool, gardens with wildlife viewing deck overlooking a waterhole, Addo Indlovu Spa wellness treatments, forest bathing areas, wood fire spaces for stargazing, and on-site dining. High Tea is served on the deck overlooking rolling hills.

Location & Surroundings

A mountaintop reserve in the Eastern Cape's Greater Addo region, one hour from Port Elizabeth airport. Near Addo Elephant National Park and the Garden Route, with views of rolling green mountains and valleys, positioned between coastal plains and bordering the Karoo.

House Rules

Check-in: 14:00
Check-out: 10:00
Children: Allowed
Pets: Not allowed

Rooms

Elephants Lodge Suite

Elegantly designed thatch suite set in mature gardens with abundant birdlife. Light-filled spaces with sweeping views. Part of the family-friendly Elephants Lodge centred around the original homestead

Glamping Safari Tent

Spacious en-suite luxury safari tent positioned on the hillside with private deck on stilts above the forest floor, wooden floors, power shower, comfortable beds, paraffin lamp lighting, and panoramic

Stargazer Camp Suite

Adults-only luxury glamping suite designed for stargazing under open sky with views of the Milky Way. Private and secluded, positioned under tree canopy with thick duvets, crisp white linen, and drape

Classic Double Room

A double room with a king or twin size bed and an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom is equipped with tea- and coffee-making facilities, overhead fan, safe and toiletries.

King x 1
From
R2,360

Classic Family Room

A family room with a king- size bed, twin beds and an en-suite bathroom. Each bedroom is equipped with tea- and coffee-making facilities, overhead fan, safe and toiletries.

Double x 1 Twin x 2
From
R2,360

Superior Room

Our Superior Rooms offer a King or 2 Twin beds plus a Single daybed. Luxury amenities include tea/coffee facilities, stocked mini bar and a private veranda. Spacious, en-suite bathrooms include a la

King x 1 Sofa x 1
From
R2,660

Classic Safari Tent

Enjoy breathtaking views of the reserve from your private timber decks, where these en-suite tents with thatched roofs and wooden flooring promise a unique Safari experience.

Twin x 2
From
R2,360

Luxury Family Safari Tent

Enjoy breathtaking views of the reserve from your private timber decks, where these en-suite tents with thatched roofs and wooden flooring promise a unique Safari experience.

Sofa x 1 Twin x 2
From
R2,660

Waggie Mountain Escape

Boasting garden views, Waggi Mountain Escape offers accommodation with a patio and a kettle, around 17 km from Addo Carol's rest waterhole. Situated 21 km from Ann's Villa - Blacksmith Museum, the pro

King x 1 Twin x 2
From
R1,526

Location

Address

Paterson, Eastern Cape

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Directions

Approximately 1 hour from Port Elizabeth/Gqeberha International Airport via the N10 highway, approximately 89 km from the airport. Located near Paterson in the Greater Addo region, beyond Addo Elephant National Park.

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Features

Malaria-free Off-Grid Solar Power Conservation Focused Eco-Friendly Construction Big Five Wildlife Family-owned And Operated 250+ Recorded Bird Species 4-star Graded (elephants Lodge) Mountaintop Setting With Ocean Views 2,500 Hectare Reserve Adults-only Option (stargazer Camp) Events And Conference Venue (up To 200 Seated Guests) Fgasa-trained Guides

Activities

Bird Watching Spa Treatments Forest Picnics Conservation Volunteering Community Engagement Programs Elephant Viewing Giraffe Tracking Safari Buffalo Encounters Night Safaris Marine Safaris Scenic Helicopter Flights Day Trips To Addo Elephant National Park Bush Dinners Meerkat Encounters Forest Bathing Coastal Trips Guided Walking Safaris Sundowner Drives Guided Game Drives Stargazing

Amenities

Laundry Service Boma Outdoor Dining Area Fire Pit On-site Restaurant Waterhole Viewing Deck Mineral Pool High Tea Deck