Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
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Buffelsdrift Game Lodge invites you to experience the perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty in our exquisite tented accommodations in Oudtshoorn. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Swartberg mountains and overlooking a picturesque waterhole, our lodge offers an authentic African escape in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Located just 6.5 km outside of Oudtshoorn, the renowned Ostrich c...
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge invites you to experience the perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty in our exquisite tented accommodations in Oudtshoorn. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Swartberg mountains and overlooking a picturesque waterhole, our lodge offers an authentic African escape in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Located just 6.5 km outside of Oudtshoorn, the renowned Ostrich capital, and a mere 300 meters from the tar road leading to the Cango Caves, our lodge provides easy access to the area's attractions. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the wild as you relax on the lodge's wooden deck, surrounded by a 5-hectare waterhole teeming with impressive fish, graceful turtles, and majestic hippos. Observe our resident elephants gracefully strolling by, while other capti...
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Amazing experience
March 09, 2026by: Nathalia Regina Gomes Londero - BrazilProgram: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa
It was an amazing experience, the reserve and the animals are beautiful, and the people were so kind and receptive. I had a lot of fun during the work days and in the activities during the days off...
The best experience I’ve had
February 05, 2026by: Sofia Ghidini - ChileProgram: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa
The Buffelsdrift Volunteer program was an incredible experience, with wonderful people and so many new experiences. I learned a lot in my time there and had so much fun working with the team and helping with all the conservation work.
See you next time!
January 19, 2026by: Leanne Grisnich - NetherlandsProgram: #1Buffelsdrift Eco Ambassador Program | South Africa
We loved it to be at Buffelsdrift. We especially liked the work around the lions, it is special to get the opportunity to come that close to wild animals. It was also wonderful to be part of the Buffelsdrift family for a while. One of us was here for the thirth time, that gives an idea about how nice it is to do the volunteer program.
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Tanica Antoinette Engelke
Interviewed in 2023
Tanica graduated with a diploma in Nature Management at Centurion Academy in 2023. Earlier, she started work as a Field Guide at Buffelsdrift Game Lod...
Tanica Antoinette Engelke
Interviewed in 2023
What inspired you to travel abroad?
What inspired me to work for Buffelsdrift Game Lodge is a profound love for nature and a deep-seated passion for conservation. From a young age, I had an interest in animals and nature. This fascination only grew stronger as I learned more about conservation.
Lucius Fourie
Interviewed in 2023
Lucius is from South Africa. He attended Nelson Mandela University in George and studied Nature Conservation. He has worked as a Field Guide, Elephant...
Lucius Fourie
Interviewed in 2023
What inspired you to travel abroad?
My love for nature, working with people and after the first few years I realized that the Buffelsdrift Family is a privilege to be a part of. Buffelsdrift Game Lodge's serene African wilderness and commitment to wildlife conservation deeply resonated with my passion for nature. The opportunity to contribute to their conservation efforts inspired me to join this remarkable establishment.
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Buffelsdrift Game Lodge invites you to experience the perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty in our exquisite tented accommodations in Oudtshoorn. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Swartberg mountains and overlooking a picturesque waterhole, our lodge offers an authentic African escape in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Located just 6.5 km outside of Oudtshoorn, the renowned Ostrich capital, and a mere 300 meters from the tar road leading to the Cango Caves, our lodge provides easy access to the area's attractions. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the wild as you relax on the lodge's wooden deck, surrounded by a 5-hectare waterhole teeming with impressive fish, graceful turtles, and majestic hippos. Observe our resident elephants gracefully strolling by, while other capti...
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Ready to Learn More?
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge invites you to experience the perfect blend of luxury and natural beauty in our exquisite tented accommodations in Oudtshoorn. Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Swartberg mountains and overlooking a picturesque waterhole, our lodge offers an authentic African escape in the heart of the Klein Karoo. Located just 6.5 km outside of Oudtshoorn, the renowned Ostrich capital, and a mere 300 meters from the tar road leading to the Cango Caves, our lodge provides easy access to the area's attractions. Immerse yourself in the wonders of the wild as you relax on the lodge's wooden deck, surrounded by a 5-hectare waterhole teeming with impressive fish, graceful turtles, and majestic hippos. Observe our resident elephants gracefully strolling by, while other capti...