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.
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
6 suites
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
Our sustainable tourism rating
We handpick partners who share our commitment to protecting their environment, conserving wildlife and benefitting local communities.
Environment
Wildlife
Community
INSIDER TIP
"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."
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ACTIVITIES
Adventures and activities to ensure lifetime memories are made. From unforgettable thrills to indulgent relaxation, choose those that appeal most.
Sight seeing
4WD Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Fishing
Kids Bushcraft
Wellness/Spa
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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%.
Aarom Meador, 21st November 2021
Honeymoon to
South Africa & Zimbabwe
Absolutely unforgettable and once in a lifetime trip! First class treatment the entire trip!! Every step of the way we were taken care of, it allowed us to be completely worry and hassle free, and just enjoy making incredible memories.
The overall experience was amazing! Everything was well-coordinated and went according to plan. Great game viewing, great accommodation and the transfers between lodges went according to plan. Was very impressed with the meet and greet team - on arrival they helped me sort out a local sim card wh…
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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6 suites
All Ages
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Safari
Sight seeing
4WD Safari
Guided Walking Safari
Night Drive
Conservation Experience
Fishing
Kids Bushcraft
Wellness/Spa
