Bellevue Forest Reserve is situated in the heart of the Greater Addo Area. The reserve with its two lodges and wildlife is set within the unique wilderness of the Zuurberg Mountain Range Forests.
This ancient configuration comes hand-in-hand with the various indicators of hidden gems, and the presence of wildlife thousands of years ago. Showcased through the various activities offered by the reserve in which guests can participate in. Looking for a little adventure too? At Elephants Lodge, adventurous outdoor activities include Giraffe Walking Safaris, Buffalo Encounters, Big Five Game Drives and Stargazing.
The exquisite Bellevue Forest Reserve offers you two lodge offerings in a variety of room options for luxury, family, and safari lodge styles.
Giraffe Walking Safaris
Be part of an exhilarating African experience with our TALL FIVE Giraffe Tracking Safaris. As one of Bellevue Forest Reserve’s specialty excursions on a 2,500-hectare private game reserve in the Greater Addo region, this is an experience like no other.
Filled with breath-taking moments, guests experience an intimate walk through the heart of the Addo Valley Bushveld accompanied by a highly experienced FGASA trained armed trails guide. This is where beautiful memories are made, as you feel the African sun giving life to this amazing safari experience. Bigger groups can be accommodated with prior arrangement, as well as a mid of daytime slots (10H30am).
Commencing right after you have enjoyed your welcome beverages and will last about 45 – 60 minutes. Hereafter you will return to the lodge where you and your group will enjoy a scrumptious breakfast at our Eagles Nest Lookout Lounge for the morning trips and sundowner snacks on the lookout deck for the afternoon activities.
Contact us to make a booking.
Email: info@thompsonsafrica.co.za
Tel: +27 31 275 3500
Indulgent and romantic, the historically themed Selati Camp is the Sabi Sabi of Yesterday. Conjuring up memories of when time drifted slowly and luxury embraced you in an effortless whisper.
Here the tradition of warm African hospitality greets you, endless views of the African bush surround you and every whim is anticipated in the harmonious family of ‘Today’s’ Bush Lodge.
Pure excellence is at the heart of this intimate hideaway on the banks of the Msuthlu riverbed, surrounded only by the sounds of the wild and the unending view of the unspoilt bushveld.
Celebrating the future of Tomorrow and the mineral wealth of our continent – this is the past, present and future. Allow your senses to drink in the quiet opulence of a world class masterpiece.
Once fully rehabilitated, four females and three males were selected for release as part of a long term project to establish a viable population of pangolins in Kwa-Zulu Natal. Because releasing pangolins back into the wild is a challenging process, their release site needed to be carefully assessed. Three key factors needed to be taken into account. The size of the release site, the presence of an on the ground monitoring team and access to food. Pangolins travel vast distances, particularly when released into a new environment. Constant monitoring to track their movements is key to ensuring that they don’t wander off into nearby community areas of farms. Additionally, monitoring their overall health and progress in general is extremely important. The pangolin diet consists of termites and ants and previous attempts to release pangolin have failed purely because they were unable to find food in their new locations. These particular pangolins were acclimatized to their new home with daily ‘walks’ to ensure they would easily adapt and find food.
Two tracking devices were attached to each animal and have been extensively monitored for several months. Sadly two pangolins did not survive, one succumbing to illness and the other killed by a crocodile.
We are extremely excited to watch the progress of the remaining five pangolins and even more excited that they are homed in our own ‘backyard’, Kwa-Zulu Natal. Long term plans are in place for more of these scaly creatures to be released in the northern sections of Kwa-Zulu Natal. Congratulations to all involved in this wonderful conservation success story!
Buffalo Camp is a quiet and intimate lodge where you can unwind in the shade of the trees and simply absorb the surrounding peace and wildlife.
With its light, airy, open spaces and views from every angle, Karula is truly the pride of Kapama as our flagship lodge. Effortlessly elegant and stylish, Karula will steal the breath of even the most seasoned traveller.
The largest of our camps, River Lodge’s wide, open spaces and airy design are a constant reminder that you’re sleeping under the African sky. River Lodge is more festive and social than our smaller, quieter camps, which is why young couples and groups of friends are often among our guests.
The charm and hospitality of Southern Camp staff make it a warm and inviting place for families looking for the ultimate African safari. Southern Camp offers five-star luxury accommodation, warm hospitality and friendly service in a tranquil setting that will be savoured by even the most discerning nature lover.
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