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Sanbona Explorer Camp

This unique walking experience is ideal for guests looking for an adventurous and authentic option offering an ambience of a tented bush camp.

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Shamwari Explorer Camp

This unique walking experience is ideal for guests looking for an adventurous and authentic option offering the ambience of a tented bush camp of old Safari lore..

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Free Weddings at Shamwari Game Reserve!

Your dream wedding in the wild for free! Book 3 nights & get your wedding free. Book a lodge for your guests & get your room and your wedding free.

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Stay 3 nights or longer and receive 10% discount on accommodation

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Shamwari Game Reserve

Nurturing nature today, for tomorrow...

The award-winning 25 000 hectare reserve, situated in the malaria free Eastern Cape region, boasts five eco-systems supporting many forms of plant, bird and animal life including the famed Big 5.

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Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Relive the legacy of the famed San people and absorb the grandeur of the Little Karoo at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve near Cape Town on the Route 62. ...

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Jock Safari Lodge

Set on a 6 000 hectare private concession in the Kruger National Park, Jock Safari Lodge offers two luxury lodges reflecting the elegance of a bygone era. ...

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Nkomazi Game Reserve

Surrounded by towering ancient mountains, broad river valleys & impressive grasslands, Nkomazi Game Reserve is a malaria free destination situated on the banks of the Komati River. ...

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Gorilla's Nest Lodge

Gorilla Nest Lodge at the foothills of the Virunga Mountains serves as base camp to the best viewing position for the endangered Silverback Gorillas. ...

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Nyungwe Forest Lodge, Rwanda

Nyungwe offers you supreme comfort and style amongst the rolling hills of Rwanda. Blessed with a golden sky, majestic mountains and some of the rarest living creatures and plants o ...

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Hello! Magazine features Brian May's visit to Shamwari

Born Free Rescue And Education Centre at Shamwari Game Reserve: Sharing his passion for animal rights, Brian May, the legendary Queen guitarist, joins Born Free founder Virginia McKenna and singer Kerry Ellis to help rescued lions start a new life of freedom. Read More      on Hello! Magazine features Brian May's visit to Shamwari

Jock Safari Lodge Unveils ‘Fitzpatrick’s at Jock’

Part of Shamwari Group, Jock Safari Lodge, situated in the southern area of the Kruger National Park, has given a name change to the existing ‘Little Jock’ lodge to ‘Fitzpatrick’s at Jock’. Read More      on Jock Safari Lodge Unveils ‘Fitzpatrick’s at Jock’

Shamwari Group Supports Pride of Cape Town

Shamwari Group in conjunction with the international wildlife charity, the Born Free Foundation, is proud to announce it is also now a sponsor of the Pride of Cape Town, which will be officially launched at the V & A Waterfront in Cape Town, next summer in 2013. Read More      on Shamwari Group Supports Pride of Cape Town

Watch a Family Safari video made at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Watch a video of a family safari at Gondwana Lodge at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Read More      on Watch a Family Safari video made at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

Shamwari Group And Wilderness Foundation Team Up For Anti Rhino Poaching Initiatives

In the first of many initiatives, Shamwari Group & the Wilderness Foundation will now work together to help raise awareness and funds to help save the rhino throughout South Africa. Read More      on Shamwari Group And Wilderness Foundation Team Up For Anti Rhino Poaching Initiatives

Shamwari Group Launches Facebook Booking Application

Shamwari Group guests can now book their safari through the groups 3 Facebook pages Read More      on Shamwari Group Launches Facebook Booking Application

Win 2 Nights at Jock Safari Lodge!

Stand a chance of winning two nights for two people at 5-star Jock Safari Lodge in the Kruger National Park! Read More      on Win 2 Nights at Jock Safari Lodge!

Sanbona introduces Sanbona Explorer

This unique walking experience is ideal for guests looking for an adventurous and authentic option offering an ambience of a tented bush camp. The camp is located in a superbly shaded river line, north east of the reserve and approximately 30 minutes drive from Dwyka Tented Lodge. Read More      on Sanbona introduces Sanbona Explorer

Nkomazi Awarded @ the 2011 Imvelo Awards

Nkomazi Game Reserve has been awarded ‘Highly Commended’ in the category ‘Best Overall Environmental Management System’ in the Imvelo Responsible Tourism Awards Programme 2011. Read More      on Nkomazi Awarded @ the 2011 Imvelo Awards

Shamwari Game Reserve Wins Two Awards at World Travel Awards

Shamwari Game Reserve Wins Two Awards at World Travel Awards held in Doha in partnership with Qatar Tourism Authority. Read More      on Shamwari Game Reserve Wins Two Awards at World Travel Awards

Nyungwe Forest Lodge Wins International Property Award

Nyungwe Forest Lodge in Rwanda wins 5-Star Award for Best New Small Hotel / construction & design.. Read More      on Nyungwe Forest Lodge Wins International Property Award

Shamwari Orphaned Rhino Calf doing well

The orphaned rhino calf, named Tanner 2, that survived the horrific poaching incident last week at Shamwari Game Reserve has joined up with another rhino calf... Read More      on Shamwari Orphaned Rhino Calf doing well