Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve Travel Guide: Top Sights in South

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Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 6 hours

Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve lies on a 740-hectare private sanctuary near Port Alfred on South Africa's Eastern Cape, perched above a seven-kilometer stretch of unspoiled coastline. This malaria-free property encompasses both coastal dune systems and inland bushveld, supporting more than 30 species of game—like giraffe, buffalo, sable, and black impala—and over 220 recorded bird species. Guests can experience authentic game drives or bush walks before descending to their own section of white-sand beach for fishing, horseback riding, or guided whale-watching excursions during the winter months. The lodge structures include thatched ocean-view suites, a private house, pool suites, and lodge suites, all featuring en-suite bathrooms, private decks, and some with plunge pools, designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding natural scenery. On-site amenities range from spa treatments and gym facilities to gourmet dining experiences—such as candlelit beach dinners—along with rock-pool lounging and curated coastal game-viewing itineraries. Conveniently accessible from Port Elizabeth or East London, the reserve offers a serene convergence of bush and ocean environments that distinguishes it among Eastern Cape safari lodges.

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Reviews of Oceana Beach and Wildlife Reserve

yoganathan govender

5
Reviewed: 2025-06-10

Great experience in nature and luxury. Fantastic attention from staff from the moment you arrive. All the meals are expertly prepared and presented. Very knowledgeable game rangers that provide excellent information about ghe game on the property. Beautiful beach. Highly recommended
Scott Chambers

5
Reviewed: 2025-02-18

This was our last stop before travelling home. Great place to finish. Relax and enjoy being pampered. Amazing beach and views , lovely food, and a great massage service. If you have done more adventurous game drives, then this is a little pedestrian, but as there are no predators, you can get close to giraffe, antelope, and wildebeest.
Zama Gama

5
Reviewed: 2025-02-18

When they talk about paradise, this is exactly what they mean. Heaven on earth doesn't even describe it. The service is exceptional, the food is out of this world and the accommodation is to die for. I know the year is only starting but my year is made already😍😍!!
john swanson

5
Reviewed: 2025-01-29

Oceana was our trip highlight. We have just returned from a terrific 3 week vacation all around South Africa. Rovos Rail and several hotels/resorts throughout the weeks. All of which were very nice. Oceana stood out from all the rest and was exceptional. Attention to detail in original design and maintenance all around. Our pool suite, was over the top. Fire pit, private balcony and gazebo and floor to ceiling glass spectacular Staff was excellent, game drives were successful and miles of sandy beach where we didn’t see another person The resort and surrounding areas were superb. So glad we saved this stay for the last of our adventure. Incredible all around that will definitely draw us back to Oceana and more exploring of the surrounding area.
Jo

5
Reviewed: 2023-10-09

We went to Oceana on our Honeymoon and stayed in the pool suite. It was absolutely amazing and we would highly recommend. The room itself was incredible, so spacious and the terrace and pool area with a view of the beach was incredible. The staff made our honeymoon special with treats, baths run for us. The turn downs were also great. The food was amazing and the service was stand out. The staff couldn't do enough for us and we loved the option of having food in our room. We did a game drive and a beach picnic, both of which were fantastic. The spa is also really great, we went twice. Do make a stop here - it's well worth it!!