Beach Trips By Boat
Take a trip up the Bushman's River and spend the day on the beautiful beaches of Kenton-on-Sea. You can enjoy beautiful views, relax on the beach and swim in warm water. During the break, you will be served dishes of scrumptious African cuisine.
Birding
Eastern Cape Game Reserves offers Africa's highest level of endemism in the most accessible setting: 185 bird species. Specialist guides, who know the habits and habitats of these birds, will do their utmost to get you a sighting of these birds in the natural environment.
Boma Dinners
Returning to your camp after a successful evening game drive, you are greeted with the enticing sight of beautifully presented dining tables all encircling a roaring fire. Sitting down next to the fire you are warmed by its dancing heat as the evening.
Born Free Big Cat Sanctuaries
In collaboration with the Born Free Foundation, the Big Cat Rescue and Education Centres are situated within The Shamwari Game Reserve. The rescue and education centers home rescued lions and leopards from across the world and aim to be an enlightening experience for all visitors.
Bush Meals
Bush meals are no ordinary experience and visitors are guaranteed to be blown away by the array of delicious meals, all of which are served to you in different locations. Delicious dishes eaten outside under trees while looking at the wildlife is a wonderful experience.
Canoeing
Try canoeing for a scenic exercise option, or opt for a leisurely paddle enjoying the sights and sounds of river life. Getting down Bushmans River you will have the opportunity to feel like you are at a wildlife centre. A great activity for the whole family or the truly enthusiastic person.
Children's programmes
Devised children’s programmes combines the safari experience with quality family time. The features of the children’s programme include arts and crafts, bush skills, African stories, special child-friendly food and babysitting during certain hours.
Fishing
There are many species of fish to be caught in the Eastern Cape Game Reserves. Apart from the relaxing aspect of fishing, it is a glorious way to be at one with the bush, listening to the chirping of the various bird species or the sounds of Hippos in the distance.
Game Drives
Guests will be delighted with close up viewing of the diversity of wild African game including lion, elephant, rhino, buffalo, hippo, giraffe, zebra, a host of antelope species, and much more. Skilled and knowledgeable game rangers will spend time unraveling some of the secrets of the African bush.
Game Viewing
You can view a lot of animals, plants and the general landscapes of the Eastern Cape. The Eastern Cape reeding area offers a more relaxed game viewing for the whole family where you can get up close and personal with game such as zebra, giraffe, warthog and various antelope in a safe environment.
Gym Facilities
What better way to work up a sweat than in the gym while looking over the bush below.
Night Game Drives
As it gets darker your guide gets out some spotlights to track the animals with. You learn how to slowly scan the trees and shrubs around you and to pick out the shiny white reflections from the light in the animal's eyes.
Photographic Safaris
Photographic safari allows you the opportunity to concentrate on photographing the animals, comfortable in the knowledge that the other guests around you are as keen to capture the perfect shot as you are.
Relaxing in the pool
The best way to end the day is cool of a the swimming pool with spectacular views of the unspoiled landscape surrounding. The swimming pools at the game reserves are well situated for both bird watching and game viewing, whilst cooling off with a refreshing drink in hand.
Rhino Tracking
Rhino tracking in South Africa is a very popular event. South Africa offers you the finest opportunities to go rhino tracking through an abundance of magnificent wilderness. Rangers and tracker team will help and attempt you to track your favorite animals.
River Cruises
A great alternative during lengthy stays is river cruise. The boat meanders down the Bushman’s river, beaming with incredible scenery of plant life and enchanting birdlife including the Crowned, Martial and African Fish Eagles. The perfect way to spend your day during the warm weather.
Safari Walks
Guided safari walks allow guests to experience the feel of the African bush and enjoy watching wildlife and birds on foot. You can gain a true perspective of the flora and fauna indigenous to the region. Your guide can point out animal tracks, rare birds and educate you on the area and its history.
Spa Treatments
Spa retreats will leave you feeling revitalized and rejuvenated, with treatments that are proven to be beneficial for the mind, body, and soul. Spa treatments are the ideal way to unwind with offerings created for both men and women. The perfect place to rest and relax...
The Ian Player Rhino Awareness Centre
As part of your safari experience with us, you will have the opportunity to visit the center and the animals in our care. The Wilderness Foundation has created a unique rhino display at the Ian Player Rhino Awareness Centre, to highlight the current rhino situation.
The Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre
One of our endeavors includes the Shamwari Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre, rehabilitate and care for sick, injured, abandoned or orphaned animals under the care of our professional veterinary team. Once these animals have been nursed back to health, they are released back into their natural habitat.