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Shamwari Game Reserve
Shamwari Game Reserve is one of the most successful private conservation initiatives in Southern Africa coupled with responsible tourism and the most luxurious means of experiencing your African safari adventure.
Situated in the Eastern Cape, South Africa, Shamwari Game Reserve is the malaria-free, safari holiday you’ve been searching for. Accommodating family, friends or business associates, our facilities, coupled with our spectacular location and passion for the environment, make this an unforgettable destination.
EAGLES CRAG LODGE
The Epitome of Luxury | Surrounded by imposing mountain cliffs, this lodge boasts elegant ambience amid nature’s beauty. Each suite, a secluded haven to unwind in sheer comfort.
VILLA LOBENGULA
Tranquility & Privacy | An exclusive Villa tucked away in the valley bushveld, ideal for a private tailor-made safari experience.
BAYETE TENTED LODGE
Luxury Tented Safari | Offering the ultimate in luxury tented accommodation, these designer tents are shrouded by rich vegetation providing privacy and seclusion.
LONGLEE MANOR
Gracious Living from a by-gone era | Refined elegance from a bygone era, offering colonial style accommodation and overlooking magnificent plains teeming with wildlife.
RIVERDENE FAMILY LODGE
An Elegant Family Homestead | Warm and welcoming child friendly accommodation, which includes luxury amenities and our ‘Kids on Safari’ programme.
SARILI FAMILY LODGE
Contemporary Family Lodge | Overlooking the Bushman’s River and scenic plains, this lodge offers contemporary comfort, ideally suited to family, groups and friends
EXPLORER CAMP
A Walking Trails Adventure | This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes guests on a guided walking safari of the surrounding land, allowing you to get up close and personal with nature. Each tent is luxuriously furnished for comfort in the wilderness.
Along with the never-ending views of the vast plains, you can enhance your stay even further by partaking in:
- Game viewing
With two game drives per day, morning and evening, you can embark on an intimate guided tour of this pristine land. Survey the areas, witness the birds of prey or spot one of the Big 5 from the comfort and safety of our open game vehicles. Our rangers and guides are passionate about wildlife and knowledgeable in their respective fields of expertise. Expect to take away new insights, an appreciation for Africa, and an unforgettable experience. - Spa treatments
Many of our lodges boast their own Relaxation Retreats offering personalised treatments to suit your specific needs. Some of the therapies available include massages, body scrubs, healing facials, manicures and waxing. The retreats pamper and allow you to relax amongst the sights and sounds of nature. . - Conservation experiences
Become part of the solution when it comes to nature conservation, by helping to conserve a vanishing way of life. Shamwari Game Reserve is proud to be associated with institutions that strive to promote awareness and provide information and education. There are 3 such facilities available to our guests: The Ian Player Rhino Awareness centre, the Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre and the Born Free Big Cat Sanctuaries.
All rates are quoted and invoiced in South African Rand (ZAR) on “per person per night” basis. • Adults travelling: o Adult Sharing rates apply to persons (12 years and older) sharing one room/suite/tent. Persons 12 years and older are considered adults and will therefore require their own room/suite/tent at the applicable rates. o Single Adult rates are only applicable when one adult is staying by him/herself in one room/suite/tent. Not applicable when an adult is sharing a room/suite/tent with a child/children. o Note that all rooms can sleep a maximum of two adults.
o Above mentioned rates are inclusive of breakfast, lunch, dinner, high tea, game drives, guided walks, tea, coffee, water, game drive beverages, tourism levy and 14% Vat (all other beverages are excluded and can be settled upon departure). o Persons under the age of 16 years are not permitted on any walking safaris.
excludes transfers to the lodge from PE but can be quoted for on request.
As safety is our primary concern, no children under the age of 4 are permitted on game drives.
We do have childminding services available on request, in addition to a host of kid’s activities to keep them occupied.
o Applicable to Riverdene Family Lodge and Sarili Family Lodge only. o Child rates are applicable to children from 4 years up to and including 11 years; irrespective of whether children are sharing with adults or staying in their own room/room (single or sharing). 0 to 3 year olds are accommodated at no additional cost. o Above mentioned rates are inclusive of the “Kids on Safari” program, breakfast, lunch, dinner, high tea, game drives, tea, coffee, water, game drive beverages, tourism levy and 14% Vat (all other beverages are excluded and can be settled upon departure). o Persons under the age of 4 years are not permitted on game drives. • All rates are subject to change without prior notice. • We recommend a minimum stay of two nights throughout the year.
This policy applies to all persons from 0 up to and including 11 years old. • Persons under the age of 4 years are not permitted on any game drives. • Persons under the age of 16 years are not permitted on any walking safaris. • Children are accommodated at Riverdene Family Lodge and Sarili Lodge only. • 0 – 3 Year old o are accommodated at no additional cost o may share with adults, depending on the availability of cots and/or rooms with a sleeper couch o are not permitted on game drives • 4 – 11 Year old o are accommodated at 50% (half) of the adult sharing rate o may share with adults, depending on the availability of rooms with a sleeper couch o are permitted on game drives • Sleeper couches can accommodate a maximum of one child. • Cots can accommodate a maximum of one child. • Rooms accommodating children sharing with parents contain one sleeper couch per room. • Child minding service is available upon request and can be arranged at an additional cost.
Conference and Incentives
Whether you’re looking to host delegates from high profile companies, or wanting to treat your employees, consider Shamwari Game Reserve as your next conference venue. These luxury spaces, situated amongst the vast plains of Africa, amidst natural wildlife, are available to you for events, team-building sessions and meetings.
Conference Venue Hire
Aside from being less than one hour’s drive from Port Elizabeth Airport and a malaria free zone, you’ll be treated to 5-star luxury accommodation. Delegates can expect to enjoy majestic views of nature at its finest, making it the experience of a lifetime.
Our conference rates are R350 per person, which includes:
- Boardroom facilities
- 2 coffee/ tea breaks
- Data projector and screen
- Flipchart
- Sound System
- Notepads
- Pens
- Whiteboard
Depending on the amount of delegates attending, we have three conference venues available to choose from:
The Barn at Long Lee Manor
- This venue offers various seating options and can accommodate up to 50 delegates.
- Eagles Crag Boardroom
Ideal for medium sized functions, this room can seat a maximum of18 people - The Boardroom at Long Lee Manor
This venue is suitable for smaller parties of up to 8 people.
A Myriad of Activities
In the spirit of team building and getting to know your colleagues, Shamwari Game Reserve offers several activities, on request, when you book your conference venue:
- Guide Presentation – An opportunity to learn more about our guides and their passions.
- Potjie Cook Off – Teams compete to build a fire and cook the best potjie pot, a much loved traditional South African
We also offer the following activities, all of which are subject to availability:
- Big 5 game viewing in 4×4 vehicles
- Tracking wild animals on foot
- Assisting our veterinary team
- Learning to drive a 4×4
- Shooting range – learn to handle a rifle
- Visiting the Born Free Big Cat Rescue Centre
- Wine tasting
- Botanical walks
Additionally, there are available from external providers on request for a 10% handling fee. Please note that this handling fee does not apply to the bush dinner.