South Africa Accommodations: Riverbend Country Lodge

Riverbend Country Lodge ~ Classic 4 Lodge

River Bend Lodge is on understated luxury with modern conveniences. One of the smaller lodges with 8 large Luxury Suites (2 of which are Family suite with inter-leading rooms) all with en-suite bathrooms, are individually decorated. All rooms have private verandahs with spectacular views over the valley. Situated on a 17 000ha private concession within the Addo Elephant National Park in the tranquil Sundays River Valley, River Bend Country Lodge offers fine cuisine, a relaxing peaceful atmosphere. Conveniently located only 70km from Port Elizabeth, in the malaria-free Eastern Cape region, allows the opportunity to explore the surrounding areas including the enchanting old cathedral city of Grahamstown and the quaint village of Bathurst.

Relax on the enormous veranda, as the sun sets over the Cocks Comb Mountains in the distance and watch zebra, numerous antelope species, as well as the elephant, rhino and buffalo that have just been introduced into the area. River Bend Country Lodge offers you exceptional bird watching, either on a walk or from your own private veranda overlooking the veld.