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Game Reserve's in the
EASTERN CAPE - SOUTH AFRICA

The Shamwari Special Offer 15th April to 15th October 2010, 1st May 30th September 2011

Visit Shamwari one of the Eastern Cape's five star big 5 game reserves, spend 2 nights and receive 3 free nights at either The Constantia, The Long Beach, The Bishops Court and The St James in Cape Town Sea Five in Camps Bay, The Franschhoek in the winelands, the Grande Roche Hotel, the Lake Pleasant on the Garden Route

We also include a free return transfer to Shamwari from Port Elizabeth.

Includes fully inclusive accommodation at Shamwari, game drives, meals and alcohol, transfer to and from Port Elizabeth and 2 or 3 nights accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the selected locations

Please enquire now for availability and bookings. More details

Shamwari Game Reserve.

Shamwari was the first luxury lodge in the Eastern Cape established in 1990 and covers 25,000 hectares (61,000 acres) and is 65 km's 45 minutes from Port Elizabeth.It is situated in verdant bush along the Bushmans River, halfway between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown.

Shamwari boasts five eco-systems, thus enabling the support of many forms of plant, animal and bird life. This is the ultimate African adventure and conservation effort coupled with responsible tourism.

Shamwari now has numerous intimate lodges, each with their own style.

Most common comment from guest "The most animals per Rand anywhere in Africa".

See a selection of guests comments.

Shamwari is "Africa's leading Safari" "The World's Leading Safari and Game Reserve". "The Worlds Leading Conservation Company".

These awards have been won for the past twelve consecutive years.

The Lodges of Shamwari

Long Lee Manor

Built in 1910 as the Manor House and offers a distinctive colonial experience in the heart of the African bush, and overlooks the sweeping plains looking down to Bushmans River. All rooms have either ceiling fans or air conditioning& under floor heating , Satellite/TV in all rooms , International direct dial in all rooms , Floodlit tennis court , 2 Swimming pools , Private conference facility , Curio Shop , Private airstrip , Courtyard for outdoor dining , Original 1916 Barn with outdoor dining facilities.

Sarili Lodge

With African travel becoming a family affair, Shamwari Game Reserve opened Sarili, a new luxury lodge exclusively for families. An environmentally friendly private African thatch designed villa with a spacious deck overlooking the Bushman's River with expansive views of the plains, the lodge is positioned in the southern region of the Reserve. The décor emulates an old traditional farmhouse with interiors that reflect an easy living home lifestyle in a natural environment.

Shamwari offers a special “Kids on Safari” programme where kids aged 4 and older have a chance of a lifetime to view the Big 5, view a special educational film and visit the Born Free Foundation and Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Center.

Bushmans River Lodge
Restored Settler Lodge with ethnic African interiors, look out for the hippopotamus in the Bushmans river below the Lodge. Personal ranger service, Private accommodation within the reserve, Scenic beauty surrounds you, Animals on your doorstep, Swimming pool, Thatch game viewing deck overlooking the river.

Riverdene Lodge
Restored Settler Lodge with ethnic African interiors, Personal Ranger Service, Scenic beauty surrounds you, Swimming pool, Spacious public areas, Outdoor dinning on patio .

Bayethe

"By-ye-ti" is the welcoming greeting you will receive on your arrival at this splendid stone walled and thatched roof lodge. Absorb the pulse of the African bush from the viewing deck, framed by riverine tree overlooking river pools where antelope venture a twighlight drink and crowned eagles glide on the darkening sky. Bayethe Lodge offers the ultimate in luxury, tented accommodation. Each of the nine tents are nestled along the bed of the river, camouflaged under trees allowing ample privacy and unsurpassed comforts. Each tent is air conditioned, heated, has an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, private plunge pool and viewing deck.

Premium Lodges

Lobbengula Lodge

A traditional African Experience tucked away deep in the valley bushveld it is 5 Star graded , African thatch, Satellite T.V. in all rooms, Open air dining, Swimming pool with sunken cocktail bar, International direct dial in all rooms, Curio Shop, Underfloor heating and air conditioning in all rooms, Steam Room, Gym,Wine Cellar.

Eagles Crag

Eagles Cragg is nestled in a valley and provides the ultimate luxury for the most discerning of travelers. Each of the nine rooms has been built to maximise the privacy of the guest in the most tranquil of settings. The en-suite rooms boast a private deck with pool, as well as indoor and outdoor showers. 5 Star graded, African thatch, Open air dining, International direct dial in all rooms, Underfloor heating and air con.

High Season

1st Oct to 20th Dec 2010 11th Jan to 30th April 2011

Peak Season

21st Dec to 10th Jan 2011

Book 3 nights or more and receive a 10% discount on the extra nights.

Five nights for 7,500 Rand per person. 1st May 30th September 2010

Five nights for 10,500 Rand per person. 15th April to 1st May 30th September to 15th October

Five nights for 8,000 Rand per person. 1st May 30th September 2011

Visit Shamwari one of the Eastern Cape's five star big 5 game reserves, spend 2 nights and receive 3 free nights at either The Constantia, The Long Beach, The Bishops Court and The St James in Cape Town, The Franschhoek in the winelands, Grande Roche Hotel or the Lake Pleasant on the Garden Route. New Sea Five in Camps Bay

Or 2 free nights

• Radisson Blu at the Victoria & Alfred Waterfront, Cape Town until 30th Sept
• Cape Royale, Luxury Hotel and Residence in Green Point (Cape Town) until 30th Sept
• Views Boutique Hotel & Spa in Wilderness (Garden Route)

We also include a free return transfer to Shamwari from Port Elizabeth.

Includes fully inclusive accommodation at Shamwari, game drives, meals and alcohol, transfer to and from Port Elizabeth and 2 or 3 nights accommodation on bed and breakfast basis at the selected locations

Cape Safari Getaway with the One&Only Cape Town

Your package includes Shamwari Game Reserve

AND: One&Only Cape Town