Experience Wildlife and Comfort at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
Discover the perfect blend of luxury accommodation, authentic South African cuisine, and an immersive wildlife experience at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge.
Nestled in the scenic Oudtshoorn region, Buffelsdrift Game Lodge offers tourists an unforgettable blend of luxury accommodation, authentic South African cuisine, and an immersive wildlife experience. Enjoy guided safaris and breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape.
A brief summary to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge
- F7C2+FW, Cango Caves Road, Oudtshoorn, 6620, ZA
- +27442720000
- Visit website
Local tips
- Book your safari tours in advance to secure your preferred time slots and avoid disappointment.
- Don't forget your camera! The wildlife and scenery provide stunning photo opportunities.
- Try the local cuisine at the restaurant; the traditional dishes are a highlight of the visit.
- Consider visiting during the early morning or late afternoon for the best wildlife viewing.
- Ask about the lodge's conservation programs to learn how they contribute to wildlife protection.
Getting There
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Car
If you are driving from Cape Town, take the N1 highway towards Beaufort West. After approximately 300 km, take the exit towards Oudtshoorn on the N12. Continue on the N12 for about 45 km until you reach Oudtshoorn. Once in Oudtshoorn, follow signs for Cango Caves Road (R328). Buffelsdrift Game Lodge is located about 7 km down this road on your right. Look for the signs for Buffelsdrift as you approach.
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Public Transportation
To reach Buffelsdrift Game Lodge by public transport, take a Greyhound or Intercape bus from Cape Town to Oudtshoorn. The journey takes approximately 5 hours. Once you arrive at the Oudtshoorn Bus Station, you can take a local taxi or shuttle service to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge. Inform the driver that you want to go to Buffelsdrift on Cango Caves Road, which is about 7 km from the town center.
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