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South Africa Safaris > Family Safari

KWANDWE Private Game Reserve

• Two exclusive safari lodges
• One sole-use villa
• Exceptional Big Five game viewing
• Malaria-free African wilderness
• Day and night safaris
• Specialist Historic Safari
• Sweeping views of the Great Fish River
• Commitment to conservation
• Member of Relais & Chateaux

SAFARI LODGES AT KWANDWE, SOUTH AFRICA

Kwandwe Private Game Reserve lies in the heart of South Africa’s malaria-free Eastern Cape near Grahamstown, and is a natural conclusion to a journey along the world-famous Garden Route. A victory for far-sighted conservation, 20 000 hectares (49 000 acres) of farmland in the Great Fish River region were restored and restocked with African wildlife. Today, thousands of animals including lion, black and white rhino, buffalo and elephant roam this diverse and fascinating reserve.

Kwandwe aptly means “Place of the Blue Crane” in Xhosa (South Africa’s highly endangered national bird) and is home to a population of these rare birds. It offers an exceptional safari experience in a region steeped in history and culture. The Great Fish River was a hotly contested border during the Frontier Wars of 1779 to 1878 between the Xhosa nation, Dutch farmers and the 1820 Settlers from England. Kwandwe’s reception building is a Frontier War-era fortified homestead, and the Reserve boasts its own intimate chapel. Kwandwe is a proud member of Relais & Chateaux.

Twice-daily game-drives
Experienced CC Africa rangers and Xhosa trackers will lead you on interpretive, twice-daily game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, bringing you close to Africa’s Big Five. Fascinating nocturnal animals such as aardvark, aardwolf, porcupine, Cape fox, bat-eared fox and springhare are regularly encountered on exciting night drives.

Guided walking/hiking or fishing
Guided bush walks in Kwandwe's pristine wilderness bring you face-to-face with wild Africa at its best. Hiking in the field is especially rewarding for those interested in birds and vegetation. Of Course, fishing is always available for enthusiasts (Kwandwe supports 'tag and release' procedures). Regretfully, children 16 years and younger cannot participate in bush walks.

Many camps allow kids from various ages in malaria areas, please inquire.

Low risk for Malaria is in the dry season June through September in Malaria Areas.

*** Custom Tailor Made Safaris are our specialty, if you do not see a Safari that makes you happy, let us know and we can design the perfect fit for you!***