Mansfield Private Game Reserve
Port Alfred – Eastern Cape

Experience the natural beauty of the Eastern Cape Bushveld at Mansfield Game Reserve. This exclusive reserve is set along the Kowie River, in the heart of the Sunshine Coast. Located a mere 6km outside of Port Alfred on the Bathurst Road by vehicle or come by boat 11km up the Kowie River. With a variety of accommodation options available; from elegant lodging, to rustic camping/caravan (each with breathtaking views). You can expect an exceptional level of comfort, rest and relaxation at this unique reserve during your stay.

Mansfield Reserve offers a wide range of activities and facilities available for all to enjoy, be it at our black rock riverside seasonal restaurant, kid’s play park (Jungle Gym, Trampoline, Rock Pool, Sandpit, Old Land Rover), as well as picnic and braai (barbeque) facilities, this is the perfect place to spend the day with family and friends!

In addition the reserve also offers birdwatching, picnicking, fishing, canoeing, a picturesque game drive on our open game viewing vehicles ensuring a most memorable game viewing experience. Walking and hiking trails abound through the reserve; view the abundant range of wildlife and birdlife that would satisfy any nature lover. Relish the pleasant and safe encounters with our game, from Zebra, Wildebeest, Impala, Blesbuck, Bushbuck, Nyala, Eland, Waterbuck, Duiker and Monkeys as well as a friendly giraffe called Gambit that will let you get up-close.

Enjoy the warm hospitality that Mansfield has to offer with their open hearted and hands-on style. Mansfield Reserve is a unique destination!

How to get there

We are on the R67, very well sign-posted 6-7KM outside Port Alfred towards Bathurst / Grahamstown

From Port Elizabeth: [165KM]
Get on the N2 Highway to Grahamstown. After 50 km’s, take the exit to Grahamstown and then after another 500 m’s, take the R72 exit to Port Alfred. At the T-junction turn right towards Port Alfred.

50 km’s on that road to Alexandria, then 25 km’s to Kenton-on-Sea, and 25 km’s to Port Alfred. Upon reaching Port Alfred, continue straight follow the road to East London.

At the traffic lights, continue straight, over the bridge. Continue straight past the Royal Alfred Marina and continue towards East London. Take the R67 for Grahamstown / Bathurst, sign posted on your left as leaving Port Alfred. Continue for approximately 6-7km. Mansfield Reserve is sign posted on your left.

From East London: [145KM]
Take the R72 direct to Port Alfred/Port Elizabeth. Pass the Fish River Sun. Pass Kleinemonde. Upon reaching Port Alfred take the R67 to Grahamstown / Bathurst, sign posted on your right. Continue for approximately 6-7 km. Mansfield Reserve is sign posted on your left.