A forested bush retreat in Sibuya Game Reserve, offering luxury safari tents nestled among indigenous trees, personalised game drives, birding, and river excursions in the malaria-free Eastern Cape.
Forest Camp is an intimate safari lodge located within the indigenous forest of Sibuya Game Reserve in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. This camp provides a secluded, immersive safari experience with luxury tents positioned among towering trees and shaded forest pathways.
The accommodation comprises a small collection of tents, each with comfortable interiors and en-suite facilities. Guests can relax on private deck spaces that reveal glimpses of wildlife and forest life, creating a sense of bush tranquillity just steps from their door.
Activities available from Forest Camp include guided Big Five game drives, birding, bush walks, and estuary boat rides — enabling guests to explore multiple facets of the reserve’s biodiversity. Communal dinners under the stars and engaging storytelling around the fire reflect traditional safari hospitality with a relaxed, family-friendly tone.
Why visit
- Elevated forest-deck safari experience
- Secluded tented retreat along the Kariega Estuary
- Exclusive four-tent intimate setting
- Malaria-free Big Five reserve
- Combination of river, bush and beach activities
- Authentic boat-access wilderness experience
Room amenities
- En suite bathroom
- Indoor shower
- Private elevated wooden deck / verandah
- Limited solar electricity
- In-room safe
- Complimentary Wi-Fi (available at Reception and main lodge areas)
- Towels and personal amenities provided
Activities included
- Scheduled boat transfers to and from the Reserve
- Two daily guided game drives in open 4x4 vehicle
- Guided bush walks
- Guided beach walks
- River cruises
- Bird watching
- Fishing
- Canoeing
- Swimming in the river
- Access to heated swimming pool at Bush Lodge
Optional activities
- Spa treatments (at Bush Lodge)
- Cookery lessons
- Deep-sea fishing
- Golfing
- Specialist-guided bird watching
- Horse riding on the Reserve
- Additional boat transfers outside scheduled times
Wildlife highlights
- Big Five game reserve
- Indigenous riverine forest ecosystem
- Kariega Estuary birdlife
- Marine and estuarine wildlife encounters
- Coastal bush and beach biodiversity
Facilities
- Communal lounge area
- Shared dining area
- Communal bar (complimentary local beverages)
- Boma firepit
- Elevated wooden walkways through riverine forest
- River access
- Boat jetty
- Secure complimentary parking at Reception in Kenton-on-Sea
Sustainability
- Solar Lighting In Camp
- Yes
- Plastic Reduction Policy
- Yes
- Community Employment Focus
- Yes
- Reusable Water Flasks Provided
- Yes
- Rhino Conservation Levy Applicable
- Yes
UK trade information
How Forest Camp reaches the UK travel trade
Sibuya Forest Camp is represented in the UK travel trade by Kusa Connect, an ATTA member UK rep company founded by Graeme Watson.
For UK trade enquiries about Forest Camp, contact Kusa Connect or speak directly with Graeme Watson — founder of Kusa Connect (ATTA member), former SATSA Board Director.
- Property
- Forest Camp
- Brand
- Sibuya Game Reserve
- Location
- Kenton-on-Sea, Eastern Cape, South Africa
- Property type
- camp
- Nearest airport
- Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport (Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth) (Approx. 80–100 minutes by road to Reception)
- UK trade rep
- Kusa Connect — ATTA member
- Trade contact
- Graeme Watson, Founder
Frequently asked questions from the UK trade
How is Sibuya Forest Camp sold to the UK travel trade?
UK travel agents recommend Sibuya Forest Camp to their clients, who book through specialist UK tour operators, who in turn work with the destination's Destination Management Companies for in-country operations. Kusa Connect is Sibuya Forest Camp's UK trade representative and does not take consumer or retail-agent bookings.
Where is Sibuya Forest Camp?
Sibuya Forest Camp is in Kenton-on-Sea, Eastern Cape, South Africa. The nearest airport is Chief Dawid Stuurman Airport (Gqeberha / Port Elizabeth), approximately 80–100 minutes by road to Reception from the property.
Who represents Sibuya Forest Camp in the UK?
Sibuya Forest Camp is represented in the UK travel trade by Kusa Connect, a boutique UK rep company for African travel founded by Graeme Watson — a former SATSA Board Director, ATTA member and member of the Institute of Directors UK. FAM trip availability, trade product information and operator introductions are all handled through kusaconnect.com/contact.