Shamwari Group

Shamwari Group

The world renowned Shamwari Group has been a pioneering leader in wildlife safaris, conservation and hospitality for over 20 years. The Group takes its name from the Swahili term for ‘friend’ and from the original, award winning Shamwari Game Reserve, situated in South Africa’s Eastern Cape region. With far-sighted vision and unquenchable passion, the group has grown to include iconic wildlife reserves around Africa with 12 unique lodges designed to complement their breathtaking surroundings. We welcome you to browse our web site www.shamwarigroup.com, providing a tantalizing taste of the adventures and experiences that await you. Come join us friend, in our world of natural wonders and homely hospitality !

Where we operate

Rwanda, South Africa

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Features & Services

Shamwari Game Reserve - The award-winning 25 000 hectare reserve, situated in the malaria free Eastern Cape region, boasts five eco-systems supporting many forms of plant, bird and animal life including the famed Big 5.

Sanbona Wildlife Reserve - Relive the legacy of the famed San people and absorb the grandeur of the Little Karoo at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, only three hours drive from Cape Town on Route 62.

Jock Safari lodge - Set on a 6 000 hectare private concession in the Kruger National Park, Jock Safari Lodge offers two luxury lodges reflecting the elegance of a bygone era. ...

Nkomazi Game Reserve - Surrounded by towering ancient mountains, broad river valleys & impressive grasslands, Nkomazi Game Reserve is a malaria free destination situated on the banks of the Komati River. ...

Nyungwe Forest Lodge offers you supreme comfort and style amongst the rolling hills of Rwanda. Blessed with a golden sky, majestic mountains and some of the rarest living creatures and plants on earth.

Gorilla Nest Lodge at the foothills of the Virunga Mountains in Rwanda serves as base camp to the best viewing position for the endangered Silverback Gorillas.