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Kwandwe Game Reserve
Kwandwe Game Reserve is located in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Kwandwe Game Reserve is 22 000 hectares in size and and welcomes you to of pristine African wilderness spread across either side of the Great Fish River. Kwandwe is the biggest private game reserve in the Eastern Cape and is known for its diversity of flora, wildlife, and spectacular safari experiences.
Kawandwe Game Reserve is home to the Big 5 and offers riveting game viewing with each safari vehicle accompanied by a ranger and a tracker. Together the safari team has a wealth of knowledge and experience tracking wild animals. Besides the majestic lion, buffalo, leopard, elephant and rhino, you can also see giraffe, springbok, eland, cheetah, kudu, and countless antelope species. Due to the proximity of the Great Fish River, the area is a paradise for birdlife. With night drives and bushwalks, there is always something new to discover.
Kwandwe Game Reserve houses two luxury lodges as well as three luxury private safari villas on the reserve. Great Fish River lodge and Ecca Lodge offer guests accommodation in stand alone suites with private viewing decks and plunge pools. The three safari villas at Kwandwe are the ultimate accommodation option for families and groups of friends preferring a more personalised experience. The villas provide a flexible itinerary with your own game ranger and tracker, chef, swimming pool, outdoor boma and multiple relaxation areas overlooking the reserve.
Game Drives:
- Game drives take place twice a day in the early mornings and afternoons for a duration of 3-4 hours.
- Game drives are led by an experienced guide and tracker team.
- Night drives and guided bush walk are permitted.
- 9-seater vehicles.
Wildlife:
- Kwandwe is a Big-5 reserve and is home to the lion, leopard, elephant, buffalo and rhino, as well as a variety of other wildlife, including cheetah, kudu, springbok, eland, red hartebeest, giraffe, black wildebeest, gemsbok and more.
- Nocturnal wildlife include aardwolf, aardvark and porcupine which are regularly seen.
- Variety of birdlife including the Fish Eagle and endangered Blue Crane.
- Leopard sighting are rare in any eastern cape game reserve.
Location:
Located in the Eastern Cape, along South Africa’s east coast.
Getting there:
- The closest commercial airport is Port Elizabeth (PLZ).
- Kwandwe Game Reserve is a 2 hour drive from Port Elizabeth.
- Flight time from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 10 minutes
- Flight time from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: 1 hour 35 minutes
Highlights:
- 22 000 hectares in size.
- The biggest private game reserve in the Eastern Cape and boasts one of the highest land-to-guest ratios in South Africa.
- Two safari lodges and three luxury exclusive-use villas offer adult only and family friendly accommodation options.
- The Great Fish River is a prominent landmark attracting an array of birdlife.
- Exceptional outdoor dining experiences.
- Exciting Big-5 game drives with game rangers and trackers.
Special offers:
- Stay 4 or 5 nights and receive 10% off your accommodation.
- Stay 6 or 7 nights and receive 15% off your accommodation.
- Stay 8 nights or longer and receive 25% off your accommodation.
- Honeymoon: One partner receives a 50% discount off the accommodation, plus extras for both (min 4 nights).
- Stay for 3 nights and save 20% off your accommodation stay (01 Nov – 15 Dec only).
- South African resident rates are bookable 30 days prior to arrival date only.
Packages:
Cape Town and safari packages are designed by our on-trend team of travel experts. Packages include flights, transfers, accommodation, and full board safari experience. View packages or enquire via the contact form on the page below.
Are you a SA Resident?
SA resident specials available at Kwandwe Game Reserve during certain periods
SA Residents Deals
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
All ages
Now R 5,950 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
+12 years
Now R 5,950 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Private Villa's
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
All ages
Now R 29,700 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Lodges
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
All ages
From R 13,450 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
+12 years
From R 13,450 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Private Villa's
Kwandwe Private Game Reserve
All ages
From R 48,750 per person per night
Includes 2 daily game drives, meals, beverages…
Kwandwe Packages
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14 Nights Eastern Cape, Cape Town & Winelands
Post Link14 Nights / 15 Days
From R 188,500 to R 265,400 per person
Includes internal flights, transfers, accommodation…
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge is known for the most superior safari in the Eastern Cape. Stay in Cape Town’s most prestigious boutique hotel and an award winning wine estate in Stellenbosch wine region…
Days: 15premium -
14 Nights Eastern Cape, Cape Town & Winelands
Post Link14 Nights / 15 Days
From R 137,700 to R 192,900 per person
Includes internal flights, transfers, accommodation…
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge is known for the most superior safari in the Eastern Cape. Stay in Cape Town’s most prestigious boutique hotel and an award winning wine estate in Stellenbosch wine region…
Days: 15premium -
8 Nights Eastern Cape, Cape Town & Winelands
Post Link8 Nights / 9 Days
From R 118,800 to R 166,700 per person
Includes internal flights, transfers, accommodation…
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge is known for the most superior safari in the Eastern Cape. Stay in Cape Town’s most prestigious boutique hotel and an award winning wine estate in Stellenbosch wine region…
Days: 9premium
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