Shamwari Bayethe Lodge, Shamwari Game Reserve

Bayethe Lodge offers the ultimate in luxury, tented accommodation. Each of the 9 twin-bedded suites is nestled along the bed of the river, camouflaged under trees allowing ample privacy and unsurpassed comforts. Each tented suite is air-conditioned and heated and has an en-suite bathroom, outdoor shower, private plunge pool and viewing deck. The 3 premier tents at Bayethe Hills have the additional luxuries of a fireplace, satellite TV and hammock. The stone walled and thatch roofed main building has a large deck area overlooking a waterhole, which often attracts animals looking for water to drink. The lounge and dining areas spill out onto the deck, which is adjacent to the outside boma where traditional fireside dining under the stars takes place. Dine on first class cuisine accompanied by a specially selected wine list of 12 red and 12 white South African wines. Early morning and evening game viewing drives in open land rovers as well as guided nature walks and bird watching are all part of this magnificent experience. In between safari activities, you may also like to choose from a range of massage, body and beauty treatments offered at the Bayethe Bush Retreat or from the privacy of your room. Guests of Shamwari are also able to see some of the rescued animals at the Born Free Foundation Animal Rescue and Education Centre, which over the years has rescued several big cats from situations where they were in serious danger. Visit the museum and educational facility, which aims to create an awareness of the way wildlife is exploited in captivity around the world.