Overlooking the magnificent plains of Shamwari you’ll find the exquisite Long Lee Manor. The malaria-free Big 5 game reserve is easily accessible from Port Elizabeth Airport (Gqeberha) in the Eastern Cape. The original Manor was built in 1910, and has been lovingly restored and redesigned; to redefine elegance in nature.
The main guest areas include a large rim-flow swimming pool with a poolside bar and a lovely dining room with both in and outdoor seating. In addition, there is also a gift shop, spa, fitness center, and teen play zone. There is an electric perimeter fence around the property.
Sumptuously prepared meals are enjoyed in the main dining room or around the open blazing fire at the boma overlooking a waterhole.
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Shamwari Long Lee Manor Accommodation
The opulent Long Lee Manor has 17 x airconditioned Edwardian-styled rooms / suites sleeping a maximum of 2 adults:
4 x Garden Rooms with veranda (inter-leading)
11 x Plains Rooms with veranda and outdoor shower (2 inter-leading of which one is equipped to accommodate a wheelchair)
2 x Manor House Suites with balcony situated upstairs in the historic manor house
In addition, there is 1 x Family Suite with 2 bedrooms, a living room, and a private plunge pool sleeping a maximum of 4 x adults and 2 x children (8 – 11 years).
All of the accommodation is tastefully designed to enhance its location; while the Manor House has been lovingly restored to pay homage to the area’s rich heritage, adding a bit of romance to any stay. Wi-Fi is available throughout the lodge. The rooms and suites also include a Nespresso coffee machine, telephone, mini bar, hairdryer, electronic safe, a television with selected satellite channels, and a private patio or balcony.
Shamwari Activities
The dominant vegetation type in this area is the thicket biome and more specifically known as the Albany Thicket. This biome sustains and bolsters a healthy population of animal species including kudu, elephants, black rhinos, monkeys, and bushbuck. Additionally; the Addo flightless dung beetle, unique to the Eastern Cape, is another conservation success story. A recent discovery was made of the Albany Adder which is a puffadder snake endemic to this area. Spekboom and Spike Thorn trees are also specific to this biome.
Game Drives and Walks
Game viewing drives are available for morning and afternoon trips; as this is when the animals are most active. The vehicles are open and comfortable and give you a panoramic view of the area. You’ll be guided by a trained game ranger who’ll take you through the reserve, encountering many animals along the way; including the rare Black Rhino. The game drives last for approximately 3 to 4 hours; including a coffee stop for the morning drive and a sundowner stop in the evening.
In addition to spectacular game drives; Shamwari Private Game Reserve also offers professionally guided bush walks. Rangers share their intimate knowledge of the reserve and their own expert insights; to make each natural encounter a special event. Here, you can gain a true perspective of the fauna and flora indigenous to the region. You may see a herd of wild buffalo but the tiny oxpeckers on their backs are the real conservation success. Your guide can also point out animal tracks, dung, and birds; and can educate you on the area and its rich history.
Birding
Shamwari Private Game Reserve has several bodies of water located throughout the reserve; which means it’s the ideal opportunity to catch sight of the teeming birdlife; from tiny feathered friends to majestic birds of prey.
Birds of prey include:
Black Shouldered Kites
Booted Eagles
Pale Chanting Goshawks
Secretary birds
Additionally, Shamwari Private Game Reserve has several bodies of water located throughout the reserve, which means it’s the ideal opportunity to catch sight of:
African Darters
African Shelducks
Hamerkops
Malachite Kingfishers
Three-banded Lapwings
The rangers are knowledgeable about the various bird species residing in the reserve, and will happily share their insights with guests. At the moment there are more than 275 different bird species at Shamwari for guests to spot.
There is an abundance of special birds that we are privileged to see at Shamwari.
These are a few special birds that we are privileged to see here. Specialist guides, who know the habits and habitats of these birds, will do their utmost to get you a sighting of these birds in their natural environment. Some of these are:
Olive Bush Shrike (Ruddy form)
White Backed Night Heron
Black Harrier
Denhams Bustard
Narina Trogon
Getting to Shamwari Private Game Reserve
The nearest airport is Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha). Shamwari makes an ideal starting or ending point for self-drive Garden Route tours. We can arrange private road transfers or charter flights; for an additional fee when booked with your accommodation.
Shamwari Long Lee Manor Accommodation Rates
Manor House Suite Rates per night | Adult Sharing | Single Adult | Child |
1st November 2022 until 31st March 2023 | R16 775 | R21 810 | R8 390 |
1st April to 30th September 2023 | R14 165 | R18 415 | R7 085 |
1st October until 31st March 2024 | R17 615 | R22 900 | R8 810 |
Plains Rooms per night | Adult Sharing | Single Adult | Child |
1st November 2022 until 31st March 2023 | R15 535 | R20 195 | R7 770 |
1st April to 30th September 2023 | R12 485 | R16 230 | R6 245 |
1st October until 31st March 2024 | R16 310 | R21 205 | R8 155 |
Garden Rooms per night | Adult Sharing | Single Adult | Child |
1st November 2022 until 31st March 2023 | R14 910 | R19 385 | R7 455 |
1st April to 30th September 2023 | R11 990 | R15 585 | R5 995 |
1st October until 31st March 2024 | R15 655 | R20 350 | R7 830 |
Family Suite | Per unit per night | ||
1st November 2022 until 31st March 2023 | R62 115 | ||
1st April to 30th September 2023 | R52 175 | ||
1st October until 31st March 2024 | 65 220 |
Rates include accommodation, meals, selected local beverages, game drives, guided walks, tourism levy, and 15% VAT
Rates exclude French Champagne and premium branded beverages, transfers, laundry, gift boutique purchases, spa treatment and retail, and conservation levy; currently R150 per person per night.
Shamwari Long Lee Manor Accommodation Special Offers
The below special offers are valid from 1 May – 31 September 2023
Long Stay Discount – 10% on accommodation for 4 consecutive nights
Sole Use Offer – Book all the rooms at Long Lee Manor for 2 nights; and receive one room free of charge.
Vineyards, Views & The Big Five Package
An exciting 12-night journey of South Africa, Vineyards, Views, and the Big Five Package. Begin in Cape Town at The Cellars in Constantia (Vineyards). Then to the whale-watching town of Hermanus at The Marine. Along the Garden Route, you will stay in the amazing The Plettenberg in Plettenberg Bay. Finally, to your malaria-free safari at Shamwari. This is an amazing itinerary.
The Shamwari lodges to choose from for this special package are:
Sindile
Long Lee Manor
Bayethe
Sarili Private Lodge
Riverdene Family Lodge
Eagles Crag
Shamwari safari weddings are also very popular.
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