Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge, South Africa


Kwande ‘Big 5’ Private Game Reserve is situated along South Africa’s eastern coastline in the Eastern Cape Province, renowned for being a world-class, malaria-free safari destination. It is a conservation victory boasting 22 000 hectares (54 400 acres) of former farmland that has been restored and restocked with wildlife. Thousands of animals including lion, black and white rhino, buffalo, elephant and cheetah roam the diverse landscape. It is the perfect start or end to a journey along the breathtakingly beautiful Garden Route.

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge is set along the lush green banks of the river after which the lodge is named. From the Lodge’s expansive viewing decks, guests can observe majestic kudu making their way down through the euphorbia and aloes to a sandy cove to slake their thirst, or watch Cape clawless otters swimming in the river below.

Location

Kwandwe is a 2-hour drive from Port Elizabeth Airport (chauffeur service available). Kwandwe is also perfect for selfdrive guests due to excellent roads. Kwandwe is easily accessible by private charters into Kwandwe airstrip.

Meal Basis

Fully inclusive accommodation including all meals, selected beverages, game drives and interpretive bush walks.

Child Policy

Regretfully it is not safe for children under 12 years to stay at Great Fish River Lodge.

Rooms

9 luxurious suites feature bedrooms with ensuite bathrooms, indoor and outdoor showers, separate w.c, twin basins, personal bars and covered verandas. The décor is African-inspired, with earth-toned fabrics, indigenous timber and early settler antiques and artefacts. Each suite has a private veranda and plunge pool.

Guest Areas

Guest areas are spacious, with generous, wraparound viewing decks leading from the dining room, bar and sitting areas. The sitting, library and dining areas each have a fireplace. The wine cellar has a selection of premier South African wines. Pan African cuisine can be served on your private deck, enjoyed under a canopy of stars in the firelit boma, and in the gracious dining room. A well-stocked Safari Shop offers clothing, books, gifts and African crafts.

Activities

Twice daily game drives and interpretive bush walks are included activities.

  • For an additional cost you can do the following:
  • A private tailor made walking safari
  • Participation in a 3 day 4 night rhino darting programme
  • An historical tour of the area
  • A tailormade safari guided by Dr. Charlene Bissett where you will learn about the fascinating carnivore programme and ongoing research at Kwandwe Private Game Reserve.
  • Flight of the Blue Crane - An hour long flight in a fixed wing aircraft over the frontier region and the coastline.
  • Tracking at Kwandwe - experience the thrill of tracking wildlife on foot in the wilderness, accompanied throughout by an armed specialist ranger and tracker team in a private open 4x4 safari vehicle.
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Read Reviews of the Kwandwe Great FIsh River Lodge

Honeymoon to South Africa and Mauritius during August 2011

Cant rate it high enough, excellent doesnt do it justice. We definately would love to return. We met others there that had come back time after time and I think thats a great indication to the type place it is. The staff were lovely and onhand but not too intrusive. The rooms itself were immaculate and every detail thought of. Beautiful doesnt describe the view enough. And the food was amazing, even a fussy eater like me came away full, and as for my husband. ... 3 course breakfast, lunch and dinner!! Showed he thought it wasnt bad either ;-)

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Honeymoon to South Africa and Mauritius during June 2011

Great Fish River Lodge was outstanding. The staff were knowledgeable, friendly and got to know you as a guest. A table for two was set for us in the library on our arrival night which was unique and special.

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Honeymoon to South Africa and Mauritius during April 2011

Really enjoyed the experience except the rain! The accomodation was great, the food was excellent and also superb service. Our game driver was first class as well! Best experience of the holiday!

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Holiday to Zambia, South Africa and Botswana during October 2011

South Africa Review

Only here 24 hours but the tour of Jo'burg was interesting and the Apartheid museum was definitely worth seeing.

Rated... 5stars

Signed:

Hayley Allen

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Timezone:
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Language:
English, local languages
Currency:
South African Rand
Best time:
Year round destination
Flights:
9 hours from Europe
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