Shamwari Private Game Reserve
In the Malaria Free Eastern Cape

ABOUT SHAMWARI : Shamwari Private Game Reserve lies in the Eastern Cape of South Africa,  a 45 minute drive from Port Elizabeth and an extension of the Garden Route.  Shamwari is a Big 5 reserve with large populations of free roaming game.  The 20 000 hectare wildlife reserve boasts 5 eco-systems, enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal and bird life.  Combining an African wildlife adventure with sustainable conservation practices, Shamwari has become a huge tourism attraction.  The conservation department at Shamwari reserve is extensive, including an anti-poaching unit whilst the ecology department protects and where necessary, improves the biodiversity of Shamwari.

SHAMWARI EXPERIENCE : Shamwari offers an experience rivalled by few reserves in the world, combining the excitement and fascination of diverse game viewing with a luxurious attention to comfort and discernment.  Shamwari has hosted world statesmen, celebrities and sporting legends amidst their thousands of satisfied guests, and each can testify to the level of service and feeling of wellbeing that Shamwari offers.

ACCOMMODATION   Shamwari offers 6 luxury lodges; Long Lee Manor, Bayethe Lodge, Bushman's River Lodge, Eagles Cragg Lodge, Lobengula Lodge and Riverdene Lodge.  Please go into each page for photos and more information :
  Long Lee Manor - 19 rooms - suitable for singles, couples or large groups
  Bayethe Lodge - 9 rooms - suitable for singles, couples or medium groups
  Bushman's River Lodge - 4 suites - suitable for small groups
  Eagles Cragg Lodge - 9 rooms - suitable for singles, couples or medium groups
  Lobengula Lodge - 6 rooms - suitable for singles, couples or small groups
  Riverdene Lodge - 9 suites - suitable for singles, couples or medium groups

GETTING THERE :
By air: Port Elizabeth Airport is only 50 minutes drive from Shamwari.
Private Transfers: Chauffeur driven vehicles are available on request.
By road from Port Elizabeth: Travel along the N2 towards Grahamstown - approximately 65 kms. Take the Paterson off ramp (R342), continue for a further 7 kms, turning right at the Shamwari sign.
By road from Grahamstown: Travel along the N2 towards Port Elizabeth - approximately 58 kms. Turn right at the Shamwari sign (R342), continue for a further 7 kms turning right at the Shamwari sign.

ACTIVITIES    Guests can look forward to exciting morning and afternoon / evening game-drives in modern open 4x4 landrovers led by experienced game rangers.  Safari walks are also available.  Visits to Khaya Lendaba and the Conservationist Day Centre.  More info

Bayethe Safari Lodge     Bushman's River Safari Lodge     Eagles Cragg Lodge    Lobengula Safari Lodge    
Long Lee Manor     Riverdene Lodge     Shamwari Game Reserve    Reservations