Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Kwandwe Ecca Lodge offers guests a stylish and intimate safari retreat nestled within the malaria-free Kwandwe Private Game Reserve in South Africa's Eastern Cape. Positioned amidst rolling spekboom valleys and dramatic shale cliffs, the lodge offers a contemporary design that harmoniously blends with its natural surroundings. A highlight of the main guest area is a wooden viewing deck that showcases the exceptional views.

With only six suites, the lodge is intimate, relaxed and trendy, with decor inspired by the natural textures of the African bush. The luxury suites accommodate two adults each, while the private vehicle suites host up to two adults and two children and include an exclusive vehicle and dedicated guide. Each suite boasts a private plunge pool, wraparound wooden deck, and both indoor and outdoor showers, providing guests with an immersive bush experience.

Ecca Lodge's main areas include a cozy lounge with a fireplace, a dining area, a bar, and an interactive open-plan kitchen where guests can engage with chefs during meal preparations. A rim-flow lap pool offers a refreshing spot to relax while enjoying panoramic views of the surrounding wilderness. For younger guests, the lodge provides a dedicated play center equipped with games and activities to keep children entertained.

About Kwandwe Private Game Reserve

Nestled in the heart of South Africa’s unspoilt Eastern Cape province lies Kwandwe Private Game Reserve, a world-class Big Five safari destination.

The 22,000 hectares of pristine private wilderness stretches either side of the Great Fish River which meanders for 30 kilometres through scenic landscape and comprises just twenty-six rooms split across five very individual and distinct safari lodges and villas, according to one of the highest land to guest ratios in South Africa. Renowned for quality guiding, understated luxury and the thousands of animals and wildlife that call the Reserve home, Kwandwe offers a range of safari activities and accommodation options to make every African Dream come true.