Pakamisa Private Game Reserve, Pongola Valley, Zululand, KwaZulu Natal, South Africa

Horse-back safari at Pakamisa Private Game Reserve during sunset.

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Pakamisa is a Zulu name, which means 'to lift up'. This KwaZulu-Natal game reserve in South Africa is a mountainous retreat offering horse-back safaris, luxury accommodation and conference facilities.
The suites are spacious and beautifully decorated.
Sundowners picnics are prepared in beautiful Zululand surroundings.
One of the occasional visitors.

  • Amazing horse-back safaris with pre-safari drinks and dinners
  • Superb views, first class cuisine and wine at this game reserve in KwaZulu-Natal
  • Game-drives, guided walks and a host of other activities on offer
  • 1 hour flight / 5 hour drive from Johannesburg or a 4 hour drive from Durban


  • Pakamisa Lodge enjoys a remote and lofty position in northern Zululand, South Africa. This malaria-free KwaZulu-Natal game reserve in South Africa is about four hours from Durban and has abundant African wildlife and exotic vegetation. The nearest town with an airport is Pongola, about 30 minutes away.

    Due to its perfect location, high on the plateau of the Pakamisa Mountain, guests will savour the intimate atmosphere and breathtaking views over the evergreen valley and Pongola River. Resident game that can be seen in the reserve include Giraffe, Zebra, Blue Wildebeest, Kudu and many other varieties of antelope, also smaller mammals, predators and reptiles as well as prolific birdlife.

    The dedicated staff members at Pakamisa ensure that guests experience round-the-clock personalised attention and service at this KwaZulu-Natal game reserve in South Africa. Activities can be custom-made and individual preferences are taken into account to offer a variety of pleasing things to do – whether it’s an amazing horse-back safari, champagne picnic in the bush or some other creative adventure.

    Facilities at Pakamisa Private Game Reserve include:

  • Luxury accommodation for a maximum of 16 guests
  • Gourmet restaurant, cosy bar and well stocked library
  • Spacious guest areas, rock pool and terrace
  • Conference and seminar facilities


  • Read an article and review of Pakamisa by Travel writer Carrie Hampton



    The suites are spacious and beautifully decorated.
    accommodation


    Sundowners picnics are prepared in beautiful Zululand surroundings.
    location


    One of the occasional visitors.
    activities



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