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Shamwari Game Reserve is Africa's most successful conservation project
stretching across 18,000 hectares of land and spanning 5 ecosystems.
Not only will you experience nature this close and in their natural
surroundings but also pamper yourself in Shamwari's luxurious
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It has received numerous international
awards, including the World's Leading Conservation Company and Game
Reserve for three consecutive years. The Shamwari Game Reserve is
steeped in settler history, and dates back to the time when game
roamed freely in the Eastern Cape. Shamwari means 'friend' in the
Shona Language, but now its about conserving a vanishing way of life
and is the realization of one man's dream, and the success of many
people's passion. This private Game Reserve is malaria free and
situated on the Garden Route of South Africa and only 40 minutes by
road from Port Elizabeth. |
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Accommodations:
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Long Lee Manor
was built in 1910 by
the descendants of William Foulds, one of the early settlers from York
in England. Lovingly restored and expanded, this gracious Edwardian
mansion has the feel of a country manor, located in the African bush
where you will experience the style of living of a past era, with
uncompromising service. Long Lee Manor accommodates 38 guests in
elegant en-suite bedrooms, all with air-conditioning and underfloor
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Lobengula Lodge
is a truly traditional
African experience. Tucked deep in the valley bushveld, this thatched
five-star ethnically decorated lodge offers guests a tranquil,
luxurious and exclusive getaway. |
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Riverdene Lodge
consists of nine twin
rooms, and sleeps 18 guests in total. Rooms are fully air-conditioned,
with television and telephone, and feature a small lounge area.
Each bathroom
en-suite has a 'his' and 'hers' vanity basin, separate shower and
bath. The public areas consist of two elegantly furnished casual
lounges and a glorious sunroom, a rim flow swimming pool with sun deck
and poolside bar. |
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Bushman's River Lodge
offers a fully
inclusive service, complete with your own game ranger and chef. The
lodge is located along the Bushmans River with spectacular views.
Accommodation is available for individuals, small groups or families.
Bushmans River Lodge has 4 suites and can accommodate 8 guests or 4
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Bayethe Lodge
- Pronounced "By-ye-ti",
it is the welcoming salutation you will receive on your arrival at
this lodge. Bayethe offers 9 air-conditioned twin-bedded luxury tented
suites, with en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, private plunge pool
and deck. Early morning and evening game viewing drives in open land
rovers, guided nature walks, bird watching and historic tours are all
part of this magnificent experience. |
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Endless Cragg Lodge
is an
avante-guard masterpiece of thatch, stone and glass for the most
discerning of traveller who is looking for privacy and tranquillity.
Eagles Cragg consists of 9 individually built rooms to accommodate two
guests each. Each room has its own private deck and plunge pool with
an uninterrupted view of the bush. The lodge houses its own Wellness
Spa & facilities also include a dining area, library, business centre,
lounge & bar. |
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Game Viewing
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Game viewing is carried
out morning and evening on game drives, when you are driven in your
open vehicle (which seats up to 6) over the rolling hills and valleys.
If you have a particular species you would like to see, please mention
it to your ranger; he will be happy to merge your plans into the
group. In the early morning (if you are keen) you will leave before
dawn, spending up to 3-4 hours spotting before returning to your lodge
for a hearty breakfast. Blankets are supplied for those cold morning
starts! |
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The heat of the day
is usually spent in the shade, playing tennis, swimming, reading
and, of course, eating a large buffet lunch. Between 4:00 -
5:00pm, you assemble again for the evening drive. As the animals
emerge from their midday cover, you may see elephants brousing,
rhino drinking at a waterhole, or perhaps the shy bushbuck
motionless in the dense bushveld. At dusk, the Land Rover stops at
some panoramic spot for a sundowner (from the icebox ) and snacks. |
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Then, as the light fades, your ranger
will plug in a powerful hand-held light. With its help, you can
sweep the veld, seeing first the eyes and then the forms of a
variety of nocturnal animals. By 8:00pm you are back at your lodge
where a drink in the bar with your ranger, amid cheerful
recollections of the day's discoveries is followed either by
another great meal expertly prepared by our chefs, or a barbacue
next to a roaring fire. Finally, a hot shower and a well-earned
sleep. Before repeating it again the next day! |
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Rates:
 Please contact us for a suggested
itinerary and quote
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