Explore luxury safari packages and unforgettable wildlife experiences near Addo Elephant National Park.

Luxury Safari Rates & Packages at Bellevue Forest Reserve

Experience one of the best safari lodges in South Africa at Bellevue Forest Game Reserve, offering unforgettable wildlife adventures in the heart of the Eastern Cape. Nestled in the heart of the Eastern Cape, South Africa, Bellevue Forest Game Reserve is a unique destination that offers a variety of thrilling activities for wildlife enthusiasts.

From walking with the majestic giraffes, to getting up close and personal with the formidable buffalo, or experiencing the majestic elephants at Addo Elephant National Park, we have something for everyone.

Our combination tours offer the best of all three, providing you with an unforgettable experience of South Africa’s diverse wildlife.

And, for those looking for a more romantic and serene adventure, our sunset game drives at Bellevue Forest are perfect for you. Join us for an adventure of a lifetime at Bellevue Forest Game Reserve.

Plan your dream African safari with ease using Bellevue Forest Game Reserve Reservations, offering tailored packages for every traveler.

Bellevue Forest Game Reserve
- Month of Love -

1-Night Romantic Getaway

R7 500

Including luxury accommodation,
Romantic Dinner, Breakfast,
Giraffe Walking Safari and Sunset Game Drive

at Bellevue Forest Game Reserve

Valid 1 to 28 February 2025

Subject to availability

Elephant Lodge

Bed and Breakfast Rates

Desription
  • Accommodation and breakfast only.
  • Conservation levy of R140 (adults) and R70 (children) per night.
  • Single rate available on request. Children under 12 years sharing with parents: 50% of the adult rate.
Pricing per Person Sharing per Night
  • 1 October 2024 – 19 December 2024: R1,820
  • 20 December 2024 – 10 January 2025: R2,000
  • 11 January 2025 – 30 April 2025: R1,820
  • 1 May 2025 – 30 September 2025: R1,070

Elephant Lodge

Full Board Rates

Desription
  • Accommodation, breakfast, light lunch, dinner, and 1 game activity daily.
  • Conservation levy applies. Children’s rates: 50% of the adult rate.
Pricing per Person Sharing per Night
  • 1 October 2024 – 19 December 2024: R3,145 
  • 20 December 2024 – 10 January 2025: R3,460
  • 11 January 2025 – 30 April 2025: R3,145
  • 1 May 2025 – 30 September 2025: R2,650

Elephant Lodge

All-Inclusive Rates

Desription
  • Accommodation, all meals, selected local beverages.
  • Guided Addo Elephant Park Safari on 2-night (or more) stays.
  • Conservation levy applies.
Pricing per Person Sharing per Night
  • 1 October 2024 – 19 December 2024: R4,900 
  • 20 December 2024 – 10 January 2025: R5,390
  • 11 January 2025 – 30 April 2025: R4,900
  • 1 May 2025 – 30 September 2025: R4,000

Activity Rates & Packages at Bellevue Forest Reserve

Explore the best of the Eastern Cape with our curated activities designed to immerse you in the region’s rich biodiversity and breathtaking landscapes. 

Experience the majestic giraffes of Africa up close with an exhilarating on-foot tracking safari in our 2500-hectare private game reserve.

Join our unique buffalo encounters for an up-close African safari experience, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the care and daily management of iconic Cape buffalo.

Combination Tours: R3,880

Giraffe, Buffalo & Addo Elephant. For an unforgettable day in the bush, an Addo Morning or Afternoon trip combined with our signature Giraffe and Buffalo encounters offers the ultimate African safari experience. Breathtaking game viewing makes this one of the Eastern Cape’s top highlights.

Embark on an unforgettable Addo Elephant Game Drive and experience the magic of Africa’s wildlife. Witness these majestic creatures in their natural habitat, offering breathtaking views and making it a must-see highlight of the Eastern Cape. For an exclusive and personalised experience, enjoy private game drives in Addo Elephant Park, where you can explore the park at your own pace with expert guides.

The activity rates are valid from 1 October 2024 – 30 September 2025

Information for your stay

Check in 14h00

Check out 10h00

Elephant’s Lodge

  • Child friendly Lodge
  • Children staying in a room by themselves will be charged full adult rates.
  • Children under 3 years sharing with their parents are accommodated free of charge.
  • Children 3 to 11 years sharing a room with their parents are charged 50% of the adult rate. Please note that that only selected rooms can accommodate children and are on request and subject to availability.

Stargazer Camp

  • No children under 16 years are permitted to stay at StarGazer Camp

Elephant’s Lodge

  • Luxury Rooms sleeps a maximum of 2 adults with an exception to our family room that sleeps 4 guests.
  • Luxury Safari Tents sleeps 2 adults.

Stargazer Camp

  • On request, extra beds may be provided in selected rooms.
  • Single adult rates apply should the person be sleeping alone and not sharing with a child.
  • Only written cancellations will be accepted.
  • Ensure to receive an acknowledgement of cancellations from the reservations office.
  • 25% Cancellation fee will be incurred if the booking is cancelled any time after the reservation is confirmed.
  • 50% cancellation fee is applicable if a booking is cancelled 31 – 45 days prior to arrival.
  • 100% cancellation fee is applicable if a booking is cancelled 30 days and less prior to arrival.
  • Trio Supermarket – 10km
  • Louis Pub Restaurant – 15km
  • Bushman Sands Pub & Restaurant – 15km
  • Addo Elephant National Park – 25km
  • Port Elizabeth – 64km
  • All rates are in South African Rands and include 15% VAT.
  • No Tourism levies are charged at present.
  • All guests are required to sign an indemnity form on arrival.
  • The Bellevue Forest Reserve retains the right to admit any guests / and furthermore retains the right to expel any guests whose behavior impacts negatively on other guests and/or staff.
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The Fully inclusive rates for your complete Bellevue experience include:

  • Private game viewing vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker for all bookings
  • Walking safaris
  • Nature walks, including traditional plant use interpretation
  • Habituated giraffes
  • Bird watching
  • A visit to our community pre-school
  • Involvement in all wildlife project work currently on the property
  • Accommodation
  • All meals including a variety of dining experiences from boma dinners to forest picnics
  • A selection of local beverages
  • In-suite tea and coffee making facilities
  • Laundry and valet services
  • Wireless internet access
  • Children’s Junior Ranger program and baby-sitting

The Bed and Breakfast rates for your complete Bellevue experience includes:

  • Accommodation
  • In-suite tea and coffee making facilities
  • Wireless internet access
  • Optional at an additional cost:
  • A variety of dining experiences from boma dinners to forest picnics
  • All beverages and full selection from our wine-list
  • Laundry and valet services
  • Private game viewing vehicle with a dedicated guide and tracker for all bookings
  • Walking safaris
  • Nature walks, including traditional plant use interpretation
  • Habituated giraffes
  • Bird watching
  • A visit to our community pre-school
  • Involvement in all wildlife project work currently on the property

Rates exclude

  • Transfers to and from Bellevue
  • Gift shop purchases
  • Spa treatments
  • International telephone calls
  • Bellevue Foundation donations
  • Gratuities (a guideline of R1000 per family per day: R350 guide / R150 tracker / R500 general staff)

A Conservation Levy is charged per person, per night and is payable locally

    • Adults – R140 per person, per night
    • Children under 12 years – R70 child, per night
Book your stay at one of the best safari lodges in South Africa and create memories to last a lifetime!

Stargazer Camp

R5,270 PER PERSON PER NIGHT

1 October 2023 – 19 December 2023

Price includes: Accommodation, Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, selected local beverages, 2 game activities daily including Guided Addo Elephant Park Safari on 2-night (or more) stays. All prices are subject to change. A conservation levy of R130 for adults and R65 for children is payable per night.

1 October 2023 – 19 December 2023 R5,270

20 December 2023 – 10 January 2024 R6,060

11 January 2024 – 30 April 2024 R5,535

1 May 2024 – 30 September 2024 R4,550

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