Shamwari Riverdene Lodge

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Highlights

• Riverdene is a child-friendly game lodge on Shamwari with a Kids on Safari programme
• Shamwari was the first malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape
• Superb Big Five game-viewing on the 20,000ha reserve
• Riverdene Lodge combines colonial elegance with modern comforts
• Visit the Born Free Foundation, a breeding and conservation project close to Riverdene
• Kids and parents can visit the Rehabilitation and Wildlife Film Studio also on Shamwari

Mantis Madness at Shamwari
Stay 2 nights at Riverdene Lodge at Shamwari and receive 3 complimentary nights at one of the Last Word Hotels in Cape Town (The Bishopscourt, The Constantia, The Long Beach or The Franschhoek) or at the Grande Roche in the Winelands or Lake Pleasant Living in the winelands. From 1st May to 30th Sept 2010 excl the World Cup Period of 10th June to 15th July 2010

Shamwari was the original malaria-free game reserve in the Eastern Cape and remains at the forefront of conservation in the area. One of Shamwari's strengths is that it lies at the convergence of five ecosystems and this diversity supports the Big Five
(elephant, lion, leopard, rhino, buffalo) as well as varied antelope and a rich birdlife. This beautiful 20,000ha malaria-free reserve is situated in the verdant bush along the Bushmans River, between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown. Luxury accommodation is offered seven game lodges on the reserve, quite diverse in their appearance. Over the years, Shamwari has won many awards including the World's Leading Conservation Company and most recently, the Trip Advisor Traveller's Choice Award.

Being malaria-free, Shamwari offers an ideal family safari experience with Riverdene Game Lodge offering child-friendly accommodation and activities. Riverdene Lodge is a restored settler's lodge with 9 well appointed en suite rooms all with satellite TV, telephone and small lounge area. Each one of these rooms is now interleading offering plenty of flexibility for families. The rooms are a mix of colonial elegance and modern comfort with air-conditioning, television, telephone, small seating area and full bathroom with double vanity, bath and shower. Private balconies lead out to the landscaped gardens. The public areas of Riverdene includes two elegantly furnished casual lounges, a sun room and a rimflow swimming pool with sun deck and poolside bar. The lodge serves exquisite cuisine, which you can enjoy in the dining room, in the spacious outdoor barbeque area or the boma with its stunning views over the Bushmans River.

Kids on Safari Riverdene is the child-friendly lodge at Shamwari and welcomes children of all ages. It has its own fully equipped day centre which is always manned by 2 child minders giving you complete peace of mind. Each child receives a welcome pack on arrival at Riverdene.

Children from as young as four years are able to join their parents and older siblings on a game drive due to specially adapted game vehicles with higher canvas sides for extra safety. In addition children, and their parents, are taken to the Born Free Foundation at Shamwari during their stay at Riverdene. The Born Free Foundation promotes the conservation of engangered species and the protection of habitat whilst maintaining a compassionate approach to the welfare of animals. Children particularly enjoy visiting the Born Free Foundation.

As well as the Bornfree Foundation, children also love to visit the rehabilitation centre and film studio to interact with the animals and also to learn more about how wildlife documentaries are made. This typically happens after breakfast and parents are welcome to go along as well.

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