The Shamwari Game Reserve is 20,000 hectres of malaria-free, private game reserve situated in the Eastern Cape of South Africa.
Shamwari is the longest established of the private reserves near Port Elizabeth, and the combination of luxury safari lodges and the outstanding work that they do with the Born Free Foundation has earned them numerous travel industry and conservation awards over the years.
The reserve boasts 5 eco-systems, and supports many forms of plant, animal and bird life, including the Big 5 as well as wild dog, cheetah, hyena, giraffe, hippo, zebra and numerous antelope species.
There are 6 lodges in the Shamwari portfolio, offering accommodation ranging from luxury tents to an Edwardian mansion in the heart of the bush.
All the lodges offer a fully inclusive African safari including accommodation, all meals and local drinks, 2 game drives per day in 4x4 vehicles, and an optional guided bush walk each day as well.
You can read more about what you can expect from a safari lodge here, and click here for details on travelling to Shamwari.
We have also received a number of pictures from previous guests, a selection of which you can see online here: guest photos of Shamwari.
If you would like us to include a safari in one of these outstanding lodges as part of your trip to South Africa, please click here.
Alternatively if you are only looking to book just a safari you can either browse our selection of luxury safari lodges in the Shamwari Game Reserve below and book directly through this site, or ask us to recommend a lodge based on your budget.
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Safari Lodge
Pronounced 'By-ye-ti', the Bayethe Lodge offers the ultimate in luxury, tented accommodation.
Each of the 12 twin-bedded air-conditioned suites are camouflaged under trees allowing ample privacy, and have an en-suite bathroom, under-floor heating, outdoor shower, and viewing deck.
From R2900 to R5200 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
Beautifully decorated in an artistic ethnic theme, the 4 air-conditioned suites at Bushmans River Lodge offer a personalized service.
Relax under the thatched gazebo with a cocktail and look out for the hippopotamus in the Bushmans River below, soak up the African sun beside the sparking pool, dine sumptuously inside or take casual meals outside on the veranda overlooking the densely wooded Bushmans River valley.
From R2900 to R4850 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
Each of the 9 superior rooms at Eagles Crag have been built to maximize the privacy of the guest.
Decorated in light and contemporary colours, with wall-to-wall glass doors on 2 sides, the en-suite rooms all provide stunning views of the surrounding cliffs.
From R5510 to R6090 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
All 5 Junior suites at Lobengula Lodge are en-suite, with air-conditioning and under-floor heating, whilst the Chief suite boasts a large private lounge with fireplace and pool.
There is also a small gym and steam bath, and the spa offers a wide range of indulgent treatments.
From R5510 to R6570 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
The 19 elegant en-suite bedrooms all have air-conditioning and underfloor heating.
Sumptuously prepared meals are enjoyed in the main dining room or around the open blazing fire at the Barn.
From R2900 to R5400 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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Safari Lodge
Each of the 9 twin-bedded rooms are fully air-conditioned, and have a television and telephone, and a small lounge area.
Private balconies from each room leads onto the beautifully landscaped gardens.
From R2900 to R4850 per person, based on 2 people sharing.
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