Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Shamwari Private Game Reserve, set within South Africa's Eastern Cape, is one of the world's leading safari and game conservation areas. Having celebrated its 25th anniversary, marked by achieving the acclaimed Fair Trade Tourism certification, preservation and conservation is of the utmost importance at Shamwari. The reserve incorporates the Born Free Big Cat Sanctuary and its own Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and Animal Hospital. We recommend a visit during your stay, as they are fascinating and educational for adults and children alike.
Due to it being malaria-free, the reserve is ideal for a family safari. Plus, the 'Kids on Safari' programme, offers many additional activities to entertain children of all ages. Children can engage in visiting the wildlife rehabilitation and Born Free centres as well as enjoying play time at the kids club and outdoor adventure centre.
During your stay, explore some of the 25,000 hectares of diverse landscapes in early morning and evening game viewing drives in open Land Rovers, guided nature walks and bird watching excursions. Being a private game reserve, safari vehicles in Shamwari are kept to a minimum, so you'll benefit from a more exclusive experience here.
Contrast the exhilaration of safari adventures with down time at the Bush Relaxation Retreat; soaking in your freestanding bath tub; reclining on the outdoor deck, beside the pool; and al fresco dining, under the African stars.
Hotel Category
Luxury
Location Type
National park
Hotel highlights
- Situated in the Eastern Cape – a malaria-free Big Five safari destination
- Ideal for families, with many activities and facilities to suit children of all ages
- Visit Born Free's Big Cat Sanctuary and Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
- Enticing pools with shallow end for younger guests and comfortable loungers
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Hotel Features
General Information
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Check-in Time:
12:00
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Check-out Time:
11:00
- Transfer duration: approx. two hours drive from Port Elizabeth Airport
Main Facilities
- Outdoor pool
- Wifi
Accommodation Type
- H&J Recommended
- Lodge
- Luxury Collection
- Tented camp
Board Basis Options
- Full Board
For Families
- Kid's Club
Hotel Location
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Facilities
Swimming Pools
Relax in your lodges swimming pool as you admire the natural surroundings and breathtaking views.
Shamwari Welcome Lounge
Guests staying at Shamwari Long Lee Manor should make their way to the Shamwari Welcome Lounge either via transfer or self drive to sign in, then from here a transfer will complete the journey to the accommodation. Parking for the duration of your stay is available here. On their day of departure guests will return to the Shamwari Welcome Lounge to meet a transfer or collect your vehicle and continue on to their next destination.
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Food & Drink
Board Basis Options
Full Board
Included: 3 meals daily, 2 game drives daily, hot drinks and snacks before morning and afternoon game drives, coffee/tea stop on morning drives, sundowner drinks for evening game drives, guided walks, visits to Born Free sanctuary, animal rehabilitation centre and rhino awareness centre. Kids on Safari programme is also included for children. Please note drinks are NOT included in the Full Board package.
Shamwari Private Game Reserve
Family Friendly Facilities
Kid's Safari
Riverdene Family Lodge is well catered for families, and their Kid's Safari programme is fantastic. A children's coordinator will discuss activity options with your family which may include visits to the Shamwari Animal Rehabilitation Centre and the Born Free Big Cats Rescue Centre. Children will also receive a 'Kids on Safari' backpack full of goodies. The guide will walk children around the lodge's 'bone walk' and teach them about the different animals.
Playroom & Jungle Gym
Young guests can enjoy access to the supervised children's playroom and jungle gym at Riverdene Family Lodge.
Outdoor Adventure Centre
The outdoor adventure centre at Shamwari Game Reserve will keep children occupied for hours, complete with zip-lines, rock climbing, slides and sandpits.
