About Riverdene at Shamwari Private Game Reserve
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. Stretching over a vast, malaria free landscape, it offers an award-winning nature experience and is one of the largest private conservation initiatives in Southern Africa. Shamwari incorporates six lodges and one explorer camp; each one unique in its own essence. Lodges are designed in harmony with their surroundings where guests can experience nature in sublime comfort.
Riverdene offers 4 family rooms as exclusive units, swimming pool, supervised Kids Club, Toddler Play Area and a popular Kids Adventure Centre to ensure entertainment for the whole family. All four family rooms include a private safari vehicle for tailor made bush experiences for the whole family.
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.
The lodge is centered around one large open plan lounge, a bar with fireplace and dining room with in and outdoor seating.
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Accommodation Options
Riverdene 2 Bedroom Unit
3 x 2 bedroomed family units
Maximum capacity of 6 guests (4 adults / 2 children (00 – 11 years old or combination thereof)
Children 02 – 11 years old accommodated on sleeper couches
Family units include a private safari vehicle with private guide
Children 3 years and older welcome on game drives
Riverdene 3 Bedroom Unit
1 x 3 bedroomed family unit of which 1 bedroom is equipped to accommodate a wheelchair
Rooms are interleading
Maximum capacity of 9 guests (6 adults / 3 children (00 – 11 years old or combination thereof)
Children 02 – 11 years old accommodated on sleeper couches
Family unit includes a private vehicle with private guide
Children 3 years and older welcome on game drives
Standard Room Amenities
At a Glance
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Rating:
★★★★★
- Rooms: 4
- Check In: 13:00
- Check Out: 11:00
- Languages: Afrikaans, English, Xhosa
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