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Gondwana Game Reserve

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9.2/10 on 571 reviews

 

- 30 rooms - Resort - score: 9.2, from 571 review/s

 

 

Gondwana Game Reserve: Big Five Safari on the Garden Route

Gondwana Game Reserve is a private, luxury safari reserve offering the unique opportunity to see the 'Big Five' (lions, leopards, rhinos, elephants, and buffalos) a short distance from South Africa's famous Garden Route. This vast Fynbos reserve provides an authentic and accessible safari experience, with elegant accommodations and a strong commitment to conservation.

African Style Lodgings with Luxury and Privacy

Accommodation ranges from luxury lodges to private villas and tents, all designed to offer maximum comfort and panoramic views of the bush. The decor is African chic, with modern touches, fireplaces for cool evenings, and private viewing decks to admire the free-roaming wildlife.

Daily Safari Experiences and Conservation

The heart of the Gondwana experience are the daily game drives led by expert guides, ensuring exceptional sightings in open 4x4 vehicles. The reserve plays a vital role in conservation, particularly in the reintroduction of wildlife and the protection of the precious Fynbos ecosystem.

Cape Cuisine and Traditional Boma Dinners

Dining celebrates the rich Cape cuisine, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients. An unmissable experience is the Boma dinner, served outdoors around a fire, under the African starry sky, accompanied by traditional singing, creating a magical safari atmosphere.

Ideal for Families and Easy Access from Cape Town

Gondwana is particularly popular with families, offering children's programs and a safe environment. Its location, relatively close to Cape Town and along the Garden Route, makes it one of the most convenient Big Five reserves for those visiting the Western Cape.

Facilities & Features Gondwana Game Reserve

  • General:
  • Airport shuttle,
  • Designated smoking area,
  • Electric blankets,
  • Family rooms,
  • Heating,
  • Non-smoking rooms,
  • Packed lunches,
  • Shared lounge/TV area,
  • Shuttle service
  • Activities:
  • Game drives,
  • Hiking,
  • Playground,
  • Walking tours
  • Bathroom:
  • Bathtub or shower,
  • Hairdryer,
  • Private bathroom
  • Food & Drink:
  • Bar,
  • Kids' meals,
  • Restaurant,
  • Special diet meals (on request),
  • Wine/Champagne
  • Internet:
  • Internet
  • Outdoors:
  • BBQ facilities,
  • Garden,
  • Outdoor fireplace,
  • Outdoor furniture,
  • Patio,
  • Picnic area,
  • Sun deck,
  • Terrace
  • Parking:
  • Parking
  • Pool and wellness:
  • Back massage,
  • Beach chairs/Loungers,
  • Beach umbrellas,
  • Beauty services,
  • Body scrub,
  • Body treatments,
  • Body wrap,
  • Couples' massage,
  • Facial treatments,
  • Foot massage,
  • Full-body massage,
  • Hand massage,
  • Head massage,
  • Light therapy,
  • Manicure,
  • Massage,
  • Neck massage,
  • Pedicure,
  • Pool 1 – outdoor,
  • Spa,
  • Spa facilities,
  • Waxing services
  • Reception services:
  • Baggage storage,
  • Concierge,
  • Express check-in/out,
  • Invoice provided,
  • Tour desk
  • Entertainment and family services:
  • Babysitting/Child services
  • Cleaning services:
  • Daily housekeeping,
  • Dry cleaning,
  • Ironing service,
  • Laundry,
  • Suit press
  • Business facilities:
  • Business center,
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Safety & security:
  • 24-hour security,
  • CCTV in common areas,
  • Fire extinguishers,
  • Safe,
  • Security alarm,
  • Smoke alarms
  • Safety features:
  • Access to healthcare professionals,
  • Face masks for guests available,
  • First aid kits available,
  • Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and common areas,
  • Process in place to check health of guests,
  • Shared stationery (e.g. printed menus, magazines, pens, paper) removed,
  • Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities,
  • Thermometers for guests provided by property
  • Physical distancing:
  • Cashless payment available,
  • Contactless check-in/out,
  • Mobile app for room service,
  • Physical distancing rules followed,
  • Screens or physical barriers between staff and guests in appropriate areas
  • Cleanliness & disinfecting:
  • Guest accommodation disinfected between stays,
  • Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning,
  • Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay,
  • Linens, towels, and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines,
  • Property cleaned by professional cleaning companies,
  • Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against coronavirus
  • Food & drink safety:
  • All plates, cutlery, glasses, and other tableware sanitized,
  • Breakfast to-go containers,
  • Delivered food covered securely,
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation,
  • Physical distancing in dining areas

Terms and conditions of booking Gondwana Game Reserve

Check In / Check Out

  • Check-in from 13:00
  • Check-in from 13:00 to 30:00

Transfers to / from Airport

The private transfer service is available for a fee, to / from the nearest airport, for reservations or informations please send an email after the booking confirmation clicking here.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Parking

Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra beds

Children of all ages are allowed.
1 child (up to and including 3 years old) stays for free when using available cribs.
You haven't added any extra beds.
The maximum number of cribs is 1.
The maximum number of guests is 8.

Conditions and cancellation policy

Please select the arrival and departure date

 

Overall Impression 9.2

All published reviews have been personally written by the clients of icastelli.net after their hotel stay!

Score breakdown

Comfort 9.2 / 10

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Courtesy 9.2 / 10

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Leisure 9.2 / 10

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