Nguni River Lodge in the Addo National Park! Big 5 safari accommodation in a malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape. Winter special!

Guests at Nguni River Lodge are welcomed by a spectacular view over a pristine floodplain with the majestic Zuurberg Mountains as backdrop. The eclectic combination of architectural shapes and textures combined with the elegant modern interior furnishings creates a true harmonious flow within this diverse environment.

All guest suites of Nguni River Lodge are named after the colour pattern of that specific Nguni cow that inspired the individually styled interiors. Each air-conditioned guest suite boasts a romantic bathroom with an opulent stone bath and outdoor shower, private plunge pool and fireplace with spectacular views. From the privacy and comfort of you private balcony, sightings of Africa's abundant wildlife can be seen on the floodplain below.

The guests of Nguni River Lodge can experience the delight of the lodge's hospitality by assisting with the preparation of African fusion cuisine in the interactive kitchen.

Big 5 safaris in a malaria-free game reserve, the Addo National Park:

Africa's abundant wildlife is without a doubt the main attraction at Nguni River Lodge. Guided game drives on open land rovers and walks led by professional game guides offer close encounters with the Big 5 and hundreds of smaller mammal, bird, reptile, amphibian and vegetation species. Every sound, scent, footprint or broken blade of grass is a sign waiting to be explored.

The surrounding area offers numerous adventure activities such as horseback safaris and elephant back safaris, which provides a unique opportunity to interact with these gentle giants.

Did you know that Addo Elephant National Park is the only wildlife park in the world with the Big 7 (elephant, rhino, lion, leopard, buffalo, great white shark and Southern right whale) in their natural habitat? And that this park has one of the densest African elephant populations on earth?

Nguni History:

The name Nguni refers to a collective group of people who migrated form Central Africa south in search of grazing for their cattle and eventually settled along the eastern seaboard and adjacent hinterland of Southern Africa.