Unspoiled nature in private reserve
In the heart of South Africa's Eastern Cape province you will find the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, consisting of a whopping 22,000 hectares of pristine wilderness. Home to thousands of animal species, it is home to six different safari lodges, exclusive use villas and campsites, each with its own distinctive charm and character. Take impressive safaris by vehicle or on foot and be inspired by the quality guides that accompany you. Enjoy spectacular and majestic views of valleys, steep cliffs and vast landscapes and experience the perfect sunset. Experience an incredible feeling of freedom during a wonderful outdoor shower, relax by the pool or in the plunge pool at your villa. Whichever stay you choose, it is fully equipped and guarantees the ultimate safari experience. Where the world can't find you...
Luxury accommodation deep in the bush
Choose from the following lodges and camps:
- Kwandwe Fort House, overlooking the Great Fish River
- Kwandwe Ecca Lodge, located in the heart of the reserve overlooking a dense valley
- Uplands Homestead, renovated Cape Dutch-style farmhouse centrally located in the reserve
- Melton Manor, located on the Great Fish River
- Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge, on the banks of the verdant Great Fish River
- Kwandwe Galpin Tented Camp, open from May to September, is located in a lush valley in the remote southern part of the reserve
Tips & Tops Kwandwe Private Game Reserve:
- All refuges are small-scale
- Malaria-free and therefore ideal for families or families
- Kwandwe is one of the largest private areas in South Africa where you can admire the Big Five
- The reserve is a sanctuary for thousands of animals including lions, black and white rhinoceroses, buffalo elephants and cheetahs
- Accessible by private charter from several larger towns or by helicopter from Port Elizabeth or East London
- The name Kwandwe means "place of the blue crane" in the Xhosa language. The reserve is a breeding ground for this highly endangered national bird of South Africa
- Choose a completely intimate safari experience in one of three gracious villas for exclusive use when staying at Fort House, Uplands Homestead and Melton Manor
- Feel at one with the surrounding nature in one of the four eco-friendly and comfortable tents of Galpin Tented Camp
- Excellent to combine with a self-drive through the Garden Route and/or a visit to Cape Town
