Shamwari Private Game Reserve Big 5 Safari
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Award-winning malaria-free Big 5 reserve — 75 minutes from Port Elizabeth

Shamwari Private Game Reserve Big 5 Safari

10 hoursMax 8 guestsEnglishFree cancellation up to 48 hours before
4.9(604 reviews)
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Small Group Tour

Max 8 guests

Private Tour

Own guide & vehicle

Luxury Custom

Tailored to you

Shamwari is one of South Africa's most prestigious private game reserves and a multiple-award winner. This malaria-free, 25,000-hectare reserve is home to the Big 5 and offers an exclusive safari experience with far fewer vehicles than national parks. Enjoy morning and afternoon open-vehicle game drives with expert rangers, a gourmet lunch at the lodge, and the possibility of off-road tracking for closer animal encounters. Shamwari's dedication to conservation — including a wildlife rehabilitation centre — makes this a meaningful and luxurious wildlife experience.

Tour Highlights

Award-winning private reserve
Big 5 game viewing
Off-road tracking
Gourmet lodge lunch
Wildlife rehabilitation centre
Expert ranger & tracker
Malaria-free
Max 8 guests

Interactive Route Map

Click markers to see stop details. Route is approximate and may vary.

Your Day, Stop by Stop

A cinematic journey through Cape Town's most iconic landmarks

1
06:30

Pickup

15 min

Collection from Port Elizabeth hotel

2
08:00

Arrive Shamwari

15 min

Welcome at the lodge, coffee & briefing

3
08:15

Morning Game Drive

180 min

Big 5 tracking in open vehicle — off-road capability

4
11:15

Wildlife Rehab Visit

45 min

Tour the conservation and rehabilitation centre

5
12:00

Gourmet Lunch

60 min

Three-course lunch at the lodge

6
13:00

Afternoon Drive

150 min

Second game drive — predator focus

7
15:30

Departure

90 min

Drive back to Port Elizabeth

What's Included

Inclusions

  • Pickup from Port Elizabeth
  • Open safari vehicle
  • Expert ranger & tracker
  • Park entrance fees
  • Gourmet lunch
  • Afternoon refreshments
  • Conservation levy

Exclusions

  • Gratuities
  • Alcoholic beverages
  • Personal expenses

Why Book Direct With Us?

Best prices guaranteed — no booking fees or markups
Direct contact with your tour guide
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Personal service & flexible customization
Choose small group, private, or luxury custom
11,000+ five-star reviews across all platforms
Booked 5 times today
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4.8(604)
Duration10 hours
Group SizeMax 8
Start Time06:30
LanguagesEnglish
Difficultyeasy
Only 2 spots left for tomorrow
Port Elizabeth
Summer Season
22–28°C
Warm & windy

Typical conditions · Plan your visit accordingly

Best Time to Go

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What to Bring

  • Binoculars
  • Camera
  • Warm layers
  • Neutral clothing
  • Sunscreen

Insider Tips

  • Shamwari has excellent leopard sighting rates
  • The wildlife rehabilitation centre does incredible work — inspiring to visit

Meeting Point

Hotel pickup in Port Elizabeth / Gqeberha

Ready for an unforgettable Cape Town experience?

Book direct for the best price — no middlemen, no booking fees, just personal service. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.