Eastern Cape

Shamwari Private Game Reserve


Shamwari is a leading malaria-free reserve in the Eastern Cape, known for its conservation initiatives including wildlife rehabilitation centres. It offers a range of lodges catering to both families and luxury travellers.

BushBreaks & More offer the Best Deals & Special discounted Rates for accommodation bookings at luxury safari lodges in Shamwari Private Game Reserve. See all Shamwari Game Reserve Special offers below.

Experience wildlife such as the Big Five, like never, in the world class setting of one of the Shamwari Lodges. Stretching over 5 of South Africa’s 7 biomes in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, this malaria-free destination is the safari holiday you’ve been searching for. Whether you’re travelling for a holiday, conference or for an educational visit, you can bask in the wonder of nature, in luxury and style. Shamwari Game Reserve offers several lodges, each individually decorated and designed to deliver their own unique experiences. Our game lodges not only offer a utopian setting, but also the opportunity to interact with nature in its purest form. Each of the luxury lodge options, are situated far away from one another, meaning that you and your travel companions can enjoy a private and memorable African experience

At a glance

Location Eastern Cape
Getting there ±1 hour from Gqeberha
Size ±25,000 hectares
Ownership Private reserve
Game experience Big 5
Malaria risk Malaria-free
Safari style Guided lodge safaris
Landscape Bushveld, river valleys and plains
Wildlife highlights Big Five and conservation programmes
Best for Family-friendly safaris with strong conservation focus

Accommodation & specials in Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Save 60%
Shamwari Bayethe Tented Lodge
Eastern Cape, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

From R7,200

Last Minute Book within 60 Days - Min 2 Nts

From 22 Jul to 30 Sep 2026

Save 60%
Shamwari Long Lee Manor
Eastern Cape, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

From R7,200

Last Minute Book Within 60 Days - Min 2 Nts

From 27 Jun to 30 Sep 2026

Save 62%
Shamwari Eagles Crag
Eastern Cape, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

From R7,900

Last Minute Book Within 60 Days - Min 2 Nts

From 01 May to 30 Sep 2026

Save 52%
Shamwari Riverdene Family Lodge
Eastern Cape, Shamwari Private Game Reserve

From R32,000

Rates are per room per night - Max 4 guests (Last Minute Book within 60 Days - Min 2 Nts)

From 01 May to 30 Sep 2026

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