The Eastern Cape region of South Africa is an exceptional safari destination, renowned for its diverse landscapes and rich wildlife experiences. Easily accessible via a short flight from Cape Town, this area offers a unique blend of coastal beauty, rolling grasslands, and dense bushveld. Its malaria-free status also makes it a safer and more comfortable choice for families and those seeking a more relaxed safari experience.
The Shamwari Private Game Reserve provides an intimate safari compared to the more frequented Kruger National Park.
With exclusive use of Founders Lodge, you enjoy a personalized and less crowded experience, enhancing the likelihood of close wildlife encounters.
The sole and exclusive use of the lodge and facilities allows you and your family an intimate and private safari experience
The smaller size of the reserves and the opportunity to view a wide range of wildlife, including the Big Five, cheetahs, and rare species like the black rhino, make the reserve a standout choice for an unforgettable safari adventure.
Skydance Safaris South Africa VideoA stay at Shamwari Private Game Reserve is one that will remain with you forever. Located in the heart of the Eastern Cape, this exclusive reserve offers an exceptional safari experience with abundant wildlife, including the Big Five, cheetahs, and rare species like the black rhino. The reserve's diverse landscapes, from rolling grasslands to dense bushveld, are home to a wide range of fauna and flora unique to the region.
Guests can enjoy intimate wildlife encounters and immersive nature experiences, all while benefiting from the reserve’s malaria-free environment and luxurious accommodations.
Founders Lodge is a celebration of essential beginnings in sustainable tourism, culture, conservation, and community inclusion. This lodge is a monument to conservation history, and it offers soul-reviving safaris in the place where Adrian Gardiner pioneered private game reserves and eco-tourism in the Eastern Cape.
Guests enjoy intimate nature-inspired experiences focused on the smaller lesser known wildlife and ecology, as well as big five viewing on 4×4 guided game drives on 25000ha of game reserve.
The Bear Grylls Survival Academy Experience for Kids at Founders Lodge offers an exciting, hands-on adventure set in the lodge's beautiful natural surroundings. Children learn essential survival skills such as building shelters, finding food and water, and navigating the wilderness through interactive activities and fun challenges.
Guided by experienced instructors, the program ensures a safe and engaging environment, blending education with outdoor adventure. This unique experience helps kids build confidence, teamwork, and a deeper connection with nature.
