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Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Makana, Cacadu

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Couple Guests’ FavoriteThis place is chosen by couples as their favorite and has a rating of 4.933.

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4.9/5

FantasticFrom 15 reviews

5.0/55 Nov 2025

Daniel • Couple Trip

Definitiv die beste Unterkunft auf unserer mehr als dreiwöchigen Reise durch Südafrika. Die Lodge hat in jeder Hinsicht überzeugt. Das Hotelzimmer war einfach grossartig: sehr geräumig und sauber, tolle Lage, angenehmer Aussenbereich. Hier kann man richtig entspannen und es sich gut gehen lassen. Das Essen war vorzüglich und das Personal in allen Bereichen des Hotels ausgesprochen aufmerksam und sehr freundlich. Carmen und Lucky, unser Guide bzw. Tracker, waren grossartig und wir hatten eine wunderbare Zeit mit ihnen. Es ist unvergesslich, welche Begegnungen mit den Tieren sie uns ermöglicht haben. Vielen Dank dafür! Bei einem nächsten Aufenhalt in Südafrika werden wir garantiert wiederum bei der Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Halt machen.

5.0/526 Feb 2025

Rory • Couple Trip

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5.0/518 Oct 2023

Malcolm • Couple Trip

It was an amazing experience to stay at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge. Everything was perfect, the facilities and all the staff The twice daily safari drives were wonderful, our Ranger had an encyclopediac knowledge of animals, birds and plants. Truly a remarkable place to stay for that very special occasion.

5.0/52 Feb 2020

Nadine • Couple Trip

Kwandwe is a unique place. Nature is amazing the lodges are Luxurious yet made with natural material. The view from the lodge is incredible you can even see animals from there. the employees are very kind and service is above expectation The safari is twice a day . The ranger and tracker team was exceptional . We learnt so much from them. We were recommended by people who spent a few days there and we will definitely recommend this unforgettable place. We spend 4 nights and saw all the animals you can expect.

5.0/521 Sep 2019

Verified traveler

Exceptional property with amazing staff and excellent game drives

5.0/519 Jul 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Great location and very comfortable place to stay.

5.0/510 Sep 2018

Verified traveler

Fantastic stay. Great game drives, saw all the animals we wanted, and had excellent service from the staff

5.0/57 Feb 2018

Paula • Couple Trip

This was such a lovely experience, everything from the room, the service and the game drives. The room was perfect, with outdoor pool and shower. Great service in every aspect. The game drives were amazing. I have really nothing negative to say.

5.0/514 Jan 2018

Kirsten

Tolle Anlage in privatem Reservat, 2 Safaris pro Tag- die Big Five alle gesehen sehr schöne Lodge- Luxus, tolles Team, leckeres Essen- also rundrum toll, jederzeit wieder

5.0/521 Nov 2016

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Ein absolut fantastischer Aufenthalt. Wunderbares Essen, das Zimmer respektive Haus ist genial. Superschöne und spannende Gamedrives mit sehr erfahrenen Rangern. Einfach ein perfekter Aufenthalt!!!! Jederzeit noch so gerne wieder

5.0/54 Nov 2016

Verified traveler • Family Trip

Amazing game reserve. Our ranger Marc and tracker Andy went the extra mile to track animals for us. Saw lion, leopard and cheetah at such close range. So very special. We have been to a number of reserves in SA but this was by far the best., Certainly exceeded our expectations.

5.0/54 Oct 2016

kiran • Couple Trip

Utterly amazing, great staff, great game drives, great views! Such a special place and staff were so passionate about the animals. We asked for extra small requests and most were all met and with gusto! Could not recommend this place more! The extra events as part of the tours such as the BBQ and champagne receptions were incredible surprises. We had great rangers and a photographic safari that exceeded all possible expectations - including a post processing tutorial! I asked for help surprising the other half and they did not disappoint!!! Two very minor points, veggie selection was a little limited and the restaurant staff did need to be asked a few times after day 1 but as mentioned these were minor. If you can visit, you must.

5.0/518 May 2016

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Tivemos dois dias agradabilíssimos com a equipe do hotel. O tratamento desde a recepção e transfer foram primorosos. A surpresa da última noite, com água quente na banheira, velas decorando a área e um excelente espumante, nos deixaram com saudade antes da partida.

5.0/51 Feb 2016

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

We stayed for three nights,had some amazing safari drives and lived in superb style supported by the excellent staff. We had a couple of safari drives where we saw very little in the way of animals but on others had plenty to see. The park at 54000 acres was large enough that you travelled with only seeing the fence line once. We have done about five safari 's like this and would rate this highly but not the best we have experienced but often that is the subject of chance as to particular animal sightings/guides etc

4.0/57 Sep 2019

Scott • Couple Trip

The Great Fish River Lodge offers beautiful accommodations and an excellent safari experience. We feel that it would exceed the expectations of all first-time safari travelers. However, we have visited multiple safari camps and lodges in four African countries and would offer the following comments. The photos on their website are accurate. The location is clean and well maintained. The linens are high quality. There are international and USB charging outlets. Wifi works well. We really liked that Kwandwe provides free laundry services as many locations now charge an additional fee. We liked that the camp is unfenced as this provides a more authentic experience. Safari drives at this location, unlike most we have visited, are in uncovered vehicles that necessitate the use of sun protection. They only drive off-road to view cats. The landscape is primary covered by thicket that can make clear viewing of wildlife difficult. We did not see the “Big 5” during our visit, however we did have multiple excellent wildlife sighting, including black rhino. While our guides/drivers were energetic, accommodating and focused on providing the best experience possible, we did not feel the same about the remaining staff. We perceived the lodge staff to be simply “going through the motions” without focusing on providing first class individualized service to the guests. The staff seemed tired and “burnt out”. We enjoyed our stay, but would recommend other locations to our friends.

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Picnic Area

Snack Bar/Deli

Hiking

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Parking (Free)

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Porter/Bellhop

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Hotel Safe

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Babysitting or Childcare (Free)

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Smoking Area

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Breakfast Buffet

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No Elevators

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Patio or terrace

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Free WiFi

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Heatherton Towers, Makhanda, Eastern Cape, ZA

Accommodation Rules

Check-in Procedure

Check-in1:00 PM-5:00 PM

Check-out11:00 AM

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Seniors-only community
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

The front desk is open daily from 8 AM - 5 PM. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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No pets and no service animals are allowed at this property.
Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

About Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Location
When you stay at Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge in Makhanda, you'll be on a river and 6 minutes by foot from Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. This all-inclusive lodge is 19.9 mi (32.1 km) from Amazwi South African Museum of Literature and 20 mi (32.2 km) from Diocesan School for Girls.

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Facility and Service
Treat yourself with massages, body treatments, and facials. Encounter the local wildlife with a safari, then enjoy recreational amenities including an outdoor pool. Additional amenities at this lodge include complimentary wireless internet access and a picnic area.

Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 17 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and free minibar items. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Private bathrooms with separate bathtubs and showers feature deep soaking bathtubs and designer toiletries. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and desks.

Restaurant and Cafe
You can enjoy a meal at the restaurant serving the guests of Kwandwe Great Fish River Lodge, or stop in at the snack bar/deli. A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily.

Room Type and Price

Wed, 26 Aug 2026 - Thu, 27 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children