RiverBend Lodge

"Set on a 14 000-hectare private concession within the malaria-free Addo Elephant National Park, River Bend is family-friendly and a mere 45-minute drive from Port Elizabeth. Home to the Big Five, River Bend is renowned for its unique viewing opportunities of elephants and includes a checklist of more than 300 birds. The individually decorated spacious suites comprise one Honeymoon Suite, three stand-alone suites and two interleading suites, which are ideal for families. Each have private patios which open onto the bushveld and afford guests the impression that they are the only ones in this unique Eastern Cape wilderness. The lodge's Honeymoon Suite offers newlyweds the perfect romantic and private retreat with its own private verandah, secluded plunge pool and garden. River Bend prides itself on its culinary excellence and an award-winning wine list that accompanies delicious meals prepared in a classic French style with a modern contemporary twist. Individual and personalised game drives are led by enthusiastic and experienced guides, who will ensure you have a truly memorable experience. River Bend Lodge also enjoys a reputation as a photographic destination and employs an in-house professional photographer to assist guests. For the kids there are mobile playrooms, mini-ranger courses and a selection of children's DVDs for them to choose from and which can be viewed in the Day Room. Nearby Long Hope Villa, a beautifully restored farmhouse from the early 1900s, is an exclusive-use three-bedroomed villa where guests are treated to a memorable stay with their own private chef and game guide. Long Hope Villa offers guests a high standard of accommodation throughout and provides a peaceful retreat for families or small groups looking to get away. 8 Rooms, 1 Villa with 3 bedrooms."