Part of the award-winning private Shamwari Game Reserve which is malaria-free and is situated at the end of the Garden Route. Riverdene Lodge is a colonial African experience in an elegantly restored frontier homestead.
The colonial-style, Riverdene Lodge with inter-leading luxury rooms, rim flow pool, supervised playroom, spacious green lawns and jungle gym facility provides entertainment for the whole family.
A very family-friendly property where children are well catered for.
A 60,000 acre ‘big five’ reserve within the malaria-free Eastern Cape.
Facilities include indoor and outdoor dining facilities, a swimming pool with a shallow area for children, internet access and a lapa overlooking Bushman’s River for outdoor dining or game viewing. There is also a gift shop. Children’s facilities include a ‘Kids on Safari’ programme which includes a visit to the Born Free Foundation Big Cat Rescue Centre, an exclusive visit to the Animal Rehabilitation Centre, children’s activities and a gift pack. Children can also can also take part in various social, sports, arts and cultural activities under supervision of a children’s coordinator. There are also child minding facilities and a children’s menu.
Approximately 1 hour 15 minutes from Port Elizabeth airport.
Children of all ages are welcome. Children 4 years and older are welcome to join game drives.
Optional Activities
> Visits to the Born Free Foundation
> Visits to the animal rehabilitation centre
