Shamwari Private Game Reserve

Shamwari Private Game Reserve is one of the Eastern Cape's most acclaimed Big Five safari destinations, spanning 25,000 hectares of restored bushveld between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown. Established by conservationist Adrian Gardiner in 1992, Shamwari has won numerous international awards including World's Leading Safari and Game Reserve at the World Travel Awards multiple times. The reserve features seven distinct eco-systems from valley bushveld to fynbos, supporting Big Five wildlife alongside cheetah, wild dog, and over 300 bird species. Shamwari's Born Free Foundation centres for rescued big cats make it a unique conservation destination. With six lodges ranging from family-friendly Long Lee Manor to ultra-luxury Bayethe, the reserve is malaria-free and perfectly positioned for a Garden Route safari add-on.