Shamwari Sarili Lodge

The intimate and luxurious Sarili Lodge at Shamwari Game Reserve is located on the banks of the Bushman’s River. Shamwari Sarili Lodge offers an exclusive experience with only 5 luxury rooms and accommodates a maximum of 10 guests. Your experience at Sarili Lodge will be tailored to your needs with a private chef and personalized game drives with your dedicated ranger. The lodge features world-class facilities, in-room spa treatments, a stunning lounge and fireplace, a swimming pool, and an extensive deck over-looking the Bushman’s River. Activities at Shamwari Sarili Lodge include bushwalks, birding, conservation and rehabilitation centre visits, and a children’s program.

Conveniently accessible at only a 45-minute drive from Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, the exclusive 5-star Shamwari Game Reserve is an ideal inclusion at the end of your Garden Route travel itinerary. This private game reserve boasts 7000 hectares of beguiling landscapes over 5 of South Africa’s 8 biomes. The rich and diverse vegetation makes the landscape an ideal habitat for varied wildlife and an impressive selection of birdlife. With exceptional game viewing year-round, 3-4-hour safari drives are led by passionate and highly experienced game rangers offering you a wealth of information while tracking wildlife. The specialized open 4×4 safari vehicles at Shamwari Sarili Lodge offer an excellent chance to see and photograph the Big 5, giraffe, zebra, hippo, jackal, and a diverse community of antelope. In addition to Sarili Lodge, Shamwari is home to a collection of 5-star luxury lodge; Eagles Crag, Bayethe Tented Lodge, Riverdene Family Lodge, Long Lee Manor and the Explorer Camp.