
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge
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. The reserve offers 4 award-wining luxury lodges.
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge offers 6 spacious suites featuring ensuite bathroom, indoor and outdoor shower, large veranda and a private deck and plunge pool. The general guest areas include a spacious sitting room with fireplace, dining room and bar area, an inviting swimming pool and an intimate study. A deep veranda with expansive wooden viewing decks overlooks the rolling spekboom valleys with a backdrop of the distant cliff-faces of ecca shale.
Expert View
- Combines beautifully with the scenic Garden Route
- 3 luxury family suites with a dedicated vehicle and ranger
- Adventurous family activities, a kids playroom and babysitters
- Wellness treatments on your private deck
At a glance
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6 suites
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All Ages
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Open All Year
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Family Rooms
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All Inclusive
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Safari

"Volunteer in the local community projects. Even young guests can participate in gardening projects and arts and crafts activities and toddlers are invited to join in playtime at the local pre-school."
ACTIVITIES
Our trips offer countless adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most and we will curate your perfect itinerary.
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Sight seeing
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4WD Safari
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Guided Walking Safari
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Night Drive
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Conservation Experience
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Fishing
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Kids Bushcraft
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Wellness/Spa
Gallery
Take a journey through Kwandwe Ecca Lodge to get a flavour of its unique style and character, designed to enchant every guest.






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Client Reviews
We routinely go the extra mile to ensure that we not only plan the perfect itinerary but ensure that you're in good hands at every stage of your journey. That's why we are especially proud to maintain an overall client satisfaction rating of 98%.

Honeymoon to South Africa & Mauritius
Mind blowing, relaxing, and just perfection. After all the craziness of 2020, this trip really took our breaths away and was exactly what we looking for and more.
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vacation to Tanzania
We absolutely loved this trip. The lodges were all fantastic and well located and our guide with Predators Safari Club always made us feel safe, cared-for and welcome. The experience of being on safari with so few other travelers was a once in a lifetime experience.
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Honeymoon to South Africa & Seychelles
Absolutely amazing!! Everything happened with zero issues or stress from beginning to end. We appreciated the thorough itinerary, guides, and hotel concierge. We were treated like their most important client everywhere we went. We have Steve to thank for setting up the most perfect honeymoon!!
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