Accommodation
Cape Safari lodge accommodation
Western Cape Game Reserve Safari Accommodation
Gondwana is a distinctive Western Cape game reserve located in the picturesque Garden Route, offering a diverse selection of Safari Lodge accommodation.
Kwena Lodge
Kwena Suites
Discover tranquillity at Kwena Lodge, where ten stand-alone bedroom suites (king or twin beds) offer an elegant retreat for up to two adults. Designed to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape, each suite combines modern comfort with natural textures and sweeping reserve views.
Guests can enjoy shared lodge facilities including a large infinity pool, inviting bar and lounge, and multiple indoor dining areas — all thoughtfully designed to create a relaxed, contemporary safari experience.
Kwena Luxury Suites
Experience elevated comfort at Kwena Lodge, where four stand-alone luxury bedroom suites (king or twin beds) offer a refined sanctuary for up to two adults. Each suite features a fire place, both indoor and outdoor showers, a spacious bathtub, and a private sun deck — the perfect place to unwind and take in the sights and sounds of the wilderness.
Guests also have access to the lodge’s shared facilities, including a large infinity pool, elegant bar and lounge, and multiple indoor dining areas designed for relaxation and connection.
Important Information
- Please note that families with children under 12 are accommodated in our Lehele villas for their comfort and convenience.
Conservation Fees
R450.00 per adult per stay and R225.00 per child per stay.
The conservation levy guests pay is vital in helping Gondwana protect its endangered flora and fauna through its anti-poaching unit and training facility as well as ongoing conservation programs to strengthen our biodiversity.
Kwena Villas
In addition to the main Lodge, Kwena Lodge offers seven exclusive villas. Nestled adjacent to the Lodge, each villa ensures absolute privacy and ample space for families and groups of friends. These three and four-bedroom villas boast an open-plan design, seamlessly integrating a lounge, kitchen, and dining area. The highlight is the expansive wraparound deck, providing breath-taking views of the valley and mountains.
Important Information
- Please note, families with children under 12 will be accommodated in our Lehele villas and will make use of our child-friendly Lehele Lodge for their comfort and convenience.
- Kwena Villas exclusively caters to adults and children above the age of 12.
Conservation Fees
R450.00 per adult per stay and R225.00 per child per stay.
The conservation levy guests pay is vital in helping Gondwana protect its endangered flora and fauna through its anti-poaching unit and training facility as well as ongoing conservation programs to strengthen our biodiversity.
Lehele Villas
Gondwana’s Lehele Villas provide a child friendly, home-like haven, perfect for families seeking comfort and tranquillity while on safari. Nestled in a remote location, these villas ensure complete privacy, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the stunning Cape Fynbos environment and observe passing wildlife. Each villa, boasting three to four ensuite bedrooms, offers spacious interiors characterized by double-volume lounge and dining areas complemented by wood-burning fireplaces. The seamless flow from these areas opens onto a charming wraparound deck, revealing breath-taking views of the valley and mountains beyond.
Important Information
- Our families with children staying at Lehele Villas make use of Lehele child-friendly Lodge.
- Full Board Guests self-drive to Lehele Lodge, or opt for rates that include onsite transfers to and from Lehele Lodge, for breakfast, lunch, dinner, and game drives on roads suitable for 2×4 vehicles.
- The Lehele Villas are located about 10km from Kwena Lodge with a 15-30 minute driving time along a scenic drive through Gondwana’s Big5 Reserve.
Conservation Fees
R450.00 per adult per stay and R225.00 per child per stay.
The conservation levy guests pay is vital in helping Gondwana protect its endangered flora and fauna through its anti-poaching unit and training facility as well as ongoing conservation programs to strengthen our biodiversity.
Ulubisi House
Exuding both style and refreshing simplicity, Ulubisi House offers an ideal setting for rekindling connections with friends and family while embarking on an authentic Cape safari adventure. Nestled within a 1000-hectare protected area dedicated to endangered species, Ulubisi House accommodates either 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children. The lodge is complete with dedicated staff, featuring a butler, chef, and field guide, ensuring a seamless and memorable experience for all.
Conservation Fees
R450.00 per adult per stay and R225.00 per child per stay.
The conservation levy guests pay is vital in helping Gondwana protect its endangered flora and fauna through its anti-poaching unit and training facility as well as ongoing conservation programs to strengthen our biodiversity.
Black Rhino House
Timelessly elegant and deeply inviting, Black Rhino offers a private sanctuary to gather with loved ones and immerse yourself in a truly authentic Cape safari experience, set against the sweeping valleys and mountain vistas of Gondwana Game Reserve.
Black Rhino is a private villa with your own Field Guide & Chef.
Embraced by 180-degree views of the majestic Outeniqua mountain range, Black Rhino is poised above a vast valley blanketed in fynbos. This exclusive villa accommodates up to six guests and is fully serviced with its own chef and private field guide. Your time here unfolds entirely to your rhythm, creating the ease and comfort of a second home in the wild.
Ideal for families or friends seeking tranquillity and connection, the only interruptions to your privacy are the graceful wild visitors wandering through the valley below. As day gives way to night, the villa becomes a sanctuary for unforgettable sunsets—where the sun melts behind the furthest peaks and the light softens into twilight, awakening the magic of the African night.
Conservation Fees
R450.00 per adult per stay and R225.00 per child per stay.
The conservation levy guests pay is vital in helping Gondwana protect its endangered flora and fauna through its anti-poaching unit and training facility as well as ongoing conservation programs to strengthen our biodiversity.