Property description

Positioned just 16km from the globally acclaimed Addo Elephant National Park, this established wildlife lodge presents a rare opportunity to acquire a fully operational safari enterprise within one of South Africa’s most sought-after tourism corridors.

Set on approximately 175 hectares and forming part of a greater 3 000-hectare private wildlife reserve (with full traversing rights), the property offers scale, infrastructure, wildlife access and immediate income generation.

The Investment Offering

• 175-hectare privately owned property
• Sold as a going concern
• Established brand and operational infrastructure
• Experienced hospitality team and chef in place
• Diverse revenue streams: accommodation, conferencing, weddings, private functions and guided safaris
• Financials available to qualified purchasers

The lodge benefits from proximity to Addo — one of South Africa’s top international tourism destinations — ensuring consistent demand from both local and international markets.

Accommodation Capacity

Designed to accommodate up to 44 guests, the lodge comprises:

• 8 luxury en-suite safari tents
• 6 en-suite chalets
• Additional private cottage with open-plan living, bedroom, bathroom, study and kitchen

The layout allows flexibility for individual travellers, group bookings, corporate retreats and exclusive-use reservations.

Hospitality and Event Infrastructure

The central lodge precinct includes:

• Expansive social boma and fire pit
• Fully equipped bar and communal entertainment lounge
• Commercial kitchen
• Conference facility (±25 delegates)
• Laundry and back-of-house facilities
• Reception / information centre
• Secure parking
• Wi-Fi in public areas

The property is well positioned to capitalise on the growing demand for intimate destination weddings, executive bush retreats and experiential tourism.

Wildlife and Experiential Value

Full traversing rights across the adjoining ±3 000-hectare reserve significantly enhance the asset value. Wildlife sightings include hippo, giraffe, kudu, nyala, blesbok, springbuck and prolific birdlife.

Additional revenue is generated through:

• Private sunrise and sunset game drives
• Guided safari experiences with qualified guides
• Private tours into Addo Elephant National Park in air-conditioned vehicles

Strategic Advantages

• Prime location in the Addo tourism belt
• Established infrastructure reduces new development risk
• Immediate operational continuity
• Expansion potential in the mid-to-upper luxury safari segment
• Strong repositioning opportunity for boutique or luxury branding

This is a strategic acquisition opportunity for investors seeking exposure to South Africa’s safari and eco-tourism sector, with both operational stability and value-enhancement potential.