Welcome to Shamwari Game Reserve, the ultimate luxury big five African safari adventure and conservation effort coupled with responsible tourism. Shamwari Private Game Reserve is home to Africas Big 5 (elephant, rhino, buffalo, lion and leopard), is malaria free and is situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
This reserve has received numerous international awards, including the Worlds Leading Conservation Company and Game Reserve for many consecutive years.
Shamwari is about conserving a vanishing way of life and is the realisation of one mans dream, and the success of many peoples passion. Steeped in pioneer history, and dating back to the time when a multitude of game roamed wild and free, the 25 000 hectare reserve boasts five eco-systems, thus enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal and bird life.
Shamwari is situated in verdant bush along the Bushmans River, halfway between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown, a pleasant drive from Cape Town and forms a natural extension to the famous Garden Route.
Luxury accommodation is offered in 7 different lodges at Shamwari Game Reserve, all of which are 5 Star graded. Choose a lodge that perfectly compliments your ideal African experience.
Guest Activities at Shamwari ...
When you visit Shamwari Game Reserve, we would want you to have the 'safari of a lifetime'. We will assign a personal game ranger to your group of 6. Your game ranger and lodge manager will design your daily program with you.
We want you to experience, learn and enjoy the very best that African wildlife viewing can offer. To achieve this goal, we have brought together the best that the area has to offer. There is great game viewing, in modern open game viewing vehicles that have been especially converted to maximise comfort and viewing potential. Your personal game ranger will provide insightful and valuable information about the fauna and flora.
In between game drives your time is filled with relaxing, reading, spa treatments, swimming, enjoying delicious cuisine, a game walk, or a visit to one of the two Born Free Big Cat Sanctuarys.
Shamwari Game Reserve Amenities
5 Star Graded
Big Five
Malaria Free
Air Conditioner
Swimming Pools at all Lodges
Award Winning Game Private Reserve.
Family Safari Destination - Children Welcome.
Spas: 3 Luxury Spas & a unique Bush Spa.
Two unique Born Free Sanctuaries.
Area Attractions
After you visit Shamwari Game reserve a wide range of experiences await you in the Eastern Cape Province. We like to think of the Eastern Cape as naturally South Africas best and that there are 9 different tourism Routes.
The Eastern Cape boasts a remarkable natural diversity, ranging from the lush, evergreen Tsitsikamma Forest to the rugged Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area, the southern slopes of the Drakensberg and the arid Great Karoo. It is known as the land of rolling hills, endless sweeps of rocky coves and sandy beaches, towering mountain ranges and verdant forests.
A striking feature of the Eastern Cape is its astonishing coastline, which is a paradise for water sports enthusiasts; surfers ride the perfect waves of the legendary Supertubes of Jeffreys Bay and Cape St Francis, anglers reel in king-size catches, and board sailors revel in the challenge of the wind. Fine leisure resorts and splendid facilities ensure that there is something for every one!
General Policies & Disclaimers
Rates are:
o applicable to new bookings only
o quoted, invoiced and payable in ZAR
o quoted per adult sharing per night
o subject to a 50% supplement for rooms/suites occupied by one adult
o inclusive of all meals, two games drives and selected beverages (premium brands not included), tourism levy and 14% Vat
o subject to change without prior notice
We recommend a minimum stay of two nights throughout the year
Children Policy
This policy applies to all persons from 0 up to and including 11 years old
Persons from 12 years and older are considered as adults and will therefore require their own room/suite at the applicable rates
Persons under the age of 16 years are not permitted on any walking safaris
Children are accommodated at Riverdene Lodge and Sarili Lodge only
Child rates are
o applicable whether children share a room with adults or not
o inclusive of meals, non alcoholic beverages, activities (age dependant) and the Kids on Safari program
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 each
Cots can accommodate a maximum of one child per cot
Rooms accommodating children sharing with parents contains one sleeper couch per room
Child minding are done by lodge staff and can be arranged at an additional cost
Travel Information
Insurance
We highly recommend that travel insurance is taken out
Transfers
Transfers can be arranged with reservations on request at additional costs
All transfers are handled by accredited car hire and charter companies
Transfer from/to private landing strips are complimentary, but must be booked prior to arrival
Payment
25% Deposit will be required within 14 days of reservation being made
Balance will be required 30 days prior to arrival
Full pre payment will be required at time of booking for reservations made within 30 days of arrival
Cancellations
Peak Season (20 December 10 January)
Only written cancellations will be accepted. Ensure to receive an acknowledgment of cancellations from reservations
50% of fee if cancellation less than 60 days prior to arrival
100% of fee if cancellation less than 30 days prior to arrival
General
Only written cancellations will be accepted. Ensure to receive an acknowledgment of cancellations from reservations
25% of fee if cancellation less than 30 days prior to arrival
50% of fee if cancellation less than 15 days prior to arrival
100% of fee if cancellation less than 7 days prior to arrival
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