Shamwari Game Reserve

Shamwari covers an impressive 25 000 hectares in the malaria-free Eastern Cape and has set the benchmark for conservation and restoring previous farmland to plains abundant with game. Game viewing on the reserve is arguably the best in the Eastern Cape. The blend of valley bushveld, savannah grassland, fynbos, riverine areas and acacia woodland cater for high densities of game. The Bushman’s river meanders through the reserve adding a great refuge for bird species such as kingfishers, darters, finfoots and the iconic African Fish Eagle. The southern sector of the reserve is dominated by large open areas. The north is mountainous with rolling rocky hills and thickly vegetated valleys. Even the elusive leopard is sighted fairly regularly. Disease-free buffalo are kept on a separate 3500 hectare ‘breeding’ section of the reserve. Luxury lodges are located in small ‘rural’ zones on the reserve to lessen the impact on the environment.

Why we like it

Best game viewing in Eastern Cape; Big 5; Variety of habitats; Luxury lodges

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Accomodation

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Safari Activity

Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge

Bayethe is Shamwari’s luxury tented camp in the north eastern sector of the reserve. The main areas of Shamwari are accessed via a neighbouring sheep farm which is a little distracting during the course of some of the game drives. The camp consists of nine spacious tented suites and three superb superior suites. All suites have a private plunge pool…

Accomodation Type: Full Board

Budget: More than $500 p.p.p.d.

Shamwari Eagles Crag

Located in the northern sector of Shamwari, Eagles Crag is tucked away in a valley. This makes Eagles Crag one of the most secluded lodges on the reserve. It is a modernly-styled lodge that offers top class accommodation for 18 guests in 9 free-standing suites. All the suites have private plunge pools, a telescope for viewing the surrounding area, and…

Accomodation Type: Full Board

Budget: More than $500 p.p.p.d.

Shamwari Lobengula

Lobengula is a prestigious lodge situated in a thickly vegetated hillside in the northern sector of the Shamwari Game Reserve. The main lodge and six independent suites are nestled around a pool, entertainment and garden area. The bedrooms are spacious and lavishly decorated. There is an alluring poolside bar to enjoy a cocktail during the heat of the day, and…

Accomodation Type: Full Board

Budget: More than $500 p.p.p.d.

Park / Reserve Size:	25000 hectares
Reserve Type:	Private Game Reserve
Big 5:	Yes
Specialist Specie:	Lion
Malaria Area:	No
Nearest Town:	Port Elizabeth

Big 5:	8.5
Mammals:	8.5
Birds:	7
Reptiles:	6
Trees:	6

Why we like it

Facts & Figures

Accommodation in Shamwari Game Reserve

Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge

Shamwari Eagles Crag

Shamwari Lobengula

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Key Species

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