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Shamwari Game Reserve


N2 Between Port Elizabeth and Grahamstown PO Box 113, Swartkops Eastern Cape
Eastern Cape 6210
South Africa

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Price : From 400$


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Home to the giants of the African Safari – the elephant, rhino and the lion, the Shamwari Game Reserve is known for its adventure and conservation efforts. Found in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, this accommodation is situated in the Shamwari Game Reserve with 7 different lodges alongside a variety of game and birdlife. This luxury accommodation specially designs its itinerary for its clientele and puts a twist in the modern conveniences while set against the beauty of the African flatland.

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Green Comment:

In its mission to “conserve a vanishing way of life”, the Shamwari Game Reserve ensures the balance of ecology prevails in their lodging amenities. They capitalize on the use of solar panels to power the whole establishment. The reserve also puts green room information packets in each lodge for the benefit of their guests. Shamwari also strengthened its conservation efforts through establishing a Wilderness Foundation for human care of rescued African Cats and to prevent further poaching in the area.

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5
Air 2/5
Rooms with ventilating windows - Yes, absolutely
No smoking - Not at all
Air quality - Yes, absolutely
Biofood 1/5
Serve Organic food - Don't know
Buy Local food - Yes, absolutely
Community 5/5
Green Label - Yes, absolutely
Charity - Yes, absolutely
Communication - Yes, absolutely
Staff Training - Yes, absolutely
Construction 5/5
Saving Natural Resources - Yes, absolutely
Eco-friendly design - Yes, absolutely
Recycling construction waste - Yes, absolutely
Energy 5/5
Using alternative energy - Yes, absolutely
Minimise energy - Yes, absolutely
Recycling 5/5
Recycling bins - Yes, absolutely
Bulk soap & Amenities - Yes, absolutely
Compostable disposables - Yes, absolutely
Composting - Yes, absolutely
Water 5/5
Eco cleaning - Yes, absolutely
Water conserving - Yes, absolutely
Responsible garden management - Yes, absolutely

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2 User Reviews:



Review by Andrea DiMaggio
Posted Date : 2011-06-08
Date of Stay : 2010-10-07

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I love this place, I did not think you can see the wildlife so close. I was amazed by the good service, the beautiful location, and fabulous food. I think my trip was fantastic to South Africa because of my excellent stay at Shamwari Game Reserve!


Review by Luciana Ardizzone
Posted Date : 2011-06-08
Date of Stay : 2008-04-19

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Beautiful to see the big animals in the area, at night you hear them and we did many trips to spot them all. Very knowledgeable guides, beautiful landscape, South Africa has something for everyone! I recommend Shamwari Game Reserve to everyone!