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Shamwari Eagle’s Crag Lodge

Inspired by the beauty of the surrounding natural landscape, Shamwari Eagle’s Crag Lodge offers guests a luxurious safari experience in the tranquil and picturesque setting of the Eastern Cape. Nestled amongst the luscious forests and rocky cliffs, and overlooking the sweeping plains, the lodge features nine spacious and modern thatch suites where guests can feel at home, with panoramic views, lavish amenities and their very own plunge pool. Guests can enjoy relaxing at the soothing spa, complete with a hydrobath and sauna, exploring the landscape and seeing amazing wildlife (including the Big 5) on exciting game drives and relaxing in the aerial viewing pods on the lodge’s upper deck where guests can take in the stunning elevated views and watch the resident eagles soar overhead.

Shamwari Sindile Camp

Shamwari Sindile Camp is a luxury safari camp where guests can experience the magic of the South African bushveld and immerse themselves in the brilliant nature of the Eastern Cape. The secluded camp rests in the heart of Shamwari Private Game Reserve, overlooking the tranquil waters of Bushman’s River and the sweeping grasslands. The camp is made up of 9 tented suites, with luxury amenities including king-size beds, an en-suite bathroom with panoramic views and sliding doors that lead out to your private viewing deck. Sindile Camp offers unique explorations of the surrounding environment, with exciting game drives, bush walks and birding.

Shamwari Bayethe Lodge

Shamwari Bayethe Lodge is set within a private game reserve in the Eastern Cape of South Africa. The exclusive setting is home to both plains and forest, and guests can look forward to waking up each morning with Africa’s iconic wildlife waiting on the horizon. One of a number of lodges run by Shamwari, Bayethe Lodge offers 5-star accommodation with 12 blended canopy suites – each with its own private plunge pools, a soothing and relaxing spa, and exciting game drives across the plains where guests can earn about the area from a knowledgeable and professional guide. The lodge’s name comes from a traditional African greeting which translates to ‘I salute you’, offering guests a warm and heartfelt welcome to the tented lodge and surrounding reserve.

Shamwari Riverdene

Shamwari Riverdene is a family-friendly safari lodge, set in the diverse landscape of the Shamwari Private Game Reserve where guests can find an abundance of incredible wildlife including the famous Big 5. The 9 luxury rooms are laid out in their own little village, creating a small community of like-minded travellers. With a toddler play area and children’s adventure zone, Riverdene Lodge is the ideal setting for families to explore the rich wilderness of the Eastern Cape. Children can experience fun safari activities and learn about their favourite animals in the Kids Club, as well as enjoy hours of entertainment in the outdoor playground, complete with climbing frames, mini watchtowers and a trampoline.
At the heart of the lodge, parents can enjoy quality time together in the open-plan lounge, either cuddled up by the crackling fireplace or enjoying the sweeping landscape views from the viewing deck, with a tasty beverage from the fully-stocked bar.

Shamwari Sarili

Shamwari Sarili is a private lodge where guests can exist in harmony with nature and wildlife roams the landscape, located in the heart of the Eastern Cape. The private game reserve is home to vast herds of wildlife – including Africa’s Big 5, various species of birdlife – some of which are endemic to the Eastern Cape, and incredible ecological diversity. The private lodge overlooks the grassy plains and stunning Bushman’s River, and is perfect for groups of up to 10 people, featuring 5 luxurious en-suite rooms, a lounge with a cosy fireplace, and personal staff to attend to your needs including a house manager, private chef and dedicated ranger. Shamwari’s Kids on Safari programme ensures that the whole family can enjoy exciting activities throughout their stay, and spa treatments are available in-room and in the dedicated treatment rooms and saunas at the other lodges in the reserve.

Kariega Homestead

Located in a remote part of Kariega Private Game Reserve, Kariega Homestead offers an exclusive experience for families or groups of friends who are looking to stay in their own private safari lodge. The Homestead consists of seven luxurious en-suite rooms, a lounge and dining room, a bar and entertainment area, kitchen, laundry room and play area. Guests can enjoy delicious meals whipped up by their own private chef, and embark on exciting game drives with a private ranger and guide. The lodge rests beside a beautifully manicured lawn and refreshing swimming pool, offering incredible views of the African wilderness where guests can enjoy incredible wildlife viewing including the famous Big 5.

Kariega Settlers Drift

Kariega Settlers Drift is a luxurious tented lodge that rests in a remote and pristine area within the private Kariega Game Reserve. Each of the 9 tented suites is spacious and features its own elegant bedroom, living area, private bathroom and private viewing deck. Settlers Drift overlooks the sweeping wilderness and guests can enjoy incredible views of the expansive flora and birdlife in a landscape spanning 5 eco-systems. Enjoy two incredible game drives each day, bringing you up close to the amazing wildlife including the infamous Big 5, in an exclusive 10,000 hectares reserve.

Kariega River Lodge

River Lodge at Kariega Game Reserve is a beautiful safari lodge that stands on the banks of the Bushman’s River. Guests can enjoy an incredible safari experience with two game drives each day in the private Kariega Game Reserve. This tranquil stone and thatch sanctuary blends into the natural landscape and offers 10 luxurious and air-conditioned suites with a stylish yet traditional safari design. The Lodge itself offers spectacular dining overlooking the majestic river, an outdoor pool and an exclusive library.
Explore the reserve and river with a cruise to the beaches of Kenton-on-Sea, where stunning birdlife can be viewed, and encounter amazing creatures such as rhinos, elephants, zebras and giraffes while on exciting game drives or nature walks.

Kariega Ukhozi Lodge

Kariega Ukhozi Lodge rests within the 10,000-hectare Kariega Game Reserve, overlooking the rolling hills and lush green valleys of the Eastern Cape bushveld. Featuring 10 spacious and luxurious log-built suites, the lodge enjoys the perfect location for viewing the incredible local wildlife including the famous Big 5 and a plethora of amazing bird species, and guests can delight in exploring the verdant landscape of the private reserve with two daily game drives.
Admire the endless treetop and river valley views from the comfort of the refreshing swimming pool, or escape to your very own private plunge pool and enjoy a relaxing soak in the cooling waters. The lodge also includes a large lounge space where guests can interact and swap exciting safari stories, a fine restaurant and a boma for romantic meals under the rich African starscape.

Karoo Lodge at Samara

Karoo Lodge is situated within the peaceful Samara Private Game Reserve, surrounded by 27,000-hectare of pristine wilderness and resting in the shade of a natural amphitheatre of mountains. The lodge features a warm and inviting living room with a luxurious bar area and cosy fireside seating. A large dining room with a fireplace is used for indoor dinners during the chilly winter evenings, and when the weather is pleasant, guests can enjoy romantic candlelit dinners out on the verandah, or in the boma, a traditional reed enclosure warmed by a roaring fire. The pool is fenced off from the spacious main lawn and has a covered gazebo area for warm summer evenings.
Karoo Lodge consists of nine double rooms and can cater for solo travellers, couples and families. The lodge can also be booked for the exclusive use of up to 18 guests, offering an incredible private safari experience in this tranquil and comfortable setting.

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