Riverdene at Shamwari Private Game Reserve

A place where families are always at home and where guests become friends.

Shamwari Private Game Reserve is a premier safari and holiday destination in South Africa’s ecologically and culturally significant Eastern Cape Province. Shamwari, meaning “my friend” in Shona, is the pinnacle of private game reserves and home to the coveted Big 5. It’s a place where guests can exist in harmony with nature, however fleeting the moment, where wildlife roam the landscape under the relentless African sun. Shamwari has 7 lodges and 1 explorer camp; each providing distinct experiences. From exclusive tranquillity, effortless family enjoyment or the back-to-nature appeal of a luxury tented camp. Allow yourself to be immersed in an African experience at Shamwari Private Game Reserve.

Surrounded by a wealth of natural beauty, Riverdene Family Lodge overlooks the widespread bushveld of the Eastern Cape. The newly renovated lodge is the ideal place for families to bond for hours as gentle giants roam in the distance, while children can engage in the Kids on Safari programme.

Riverdene offers nine inter-leading luxury rooms, a magnificent pool, supervised Kids Club, Toddler Play Area and a popular Kids Adventure Centre to ensure entertainment for the whole family.

Riverdene Luxury Room

9 Luxury Inter-leading rooms accommodating 2 adults sharing with 1 child subject to availability. Rooms are fully air-conditioned; all feature television, telephone & small lounge area with sleeper couch, en-suite bathroom and private veranda’s leading onto the landscaped gardens.

Property Facilities

24-hour Security
Bar
Gym (nearby)
Internet Access (Complimentary)
Kiddies Club
Malaria Free
Mobile Connectivity
Pool
Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning
Bath
Complimentary Wi-Fi
Dressing Gowns
Electrical Outlets
En-Suite
Hair Dryer
Laundry Service (Available)
Lounge Area
Mini Bar
Pure Cotton Linen
Safe
Satellite / Cable Television
Shower
Tea / Coffee
Verandah

Services

Babysitting Service
Chauffeur Service
Credit Card

Riverdene at Shamwari Private Game Reserve

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