African Big Game: Ensuring superlative game viewing opportunities, Kwandwe Private Game Reserve comprises five distinct habitats which are host to a remarkable array of Big Five game.

  • Lion, cheetah, hyena and leopard
  • Black and white rhino
  • Fascinating nocturnal wildlife are regularly encountered
  • Breeding site for threatened blue crane
  • Scenic Great Fish River
  • Great birdwatching - 238 bird species
  • Interpretive game drives led by expert rangers

Twice-daily game-drives
Experienced CC Africa rangers and Xhosa trackers will lead you on interpretive, twice-daily game-drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, bringing you close to Africa’s Big Five. Fascinating nocturnal animals such as aardvark, aardwolf, porcupine, Cape fox, bat-eared fox and springhare are regularly encountered on exciting night drives.

Guided river walking/hiking or fishing
Guided bush walks in Kwandwe’s pristine wilderness bring you face-to-face with wild Africa at its best. Hiking along the river is especially rewarding for those interested in birds, vegetation and folklore, and fishing is available for enthusiasts (Kwandwe supports ‘tag and release’ procedures).

Canoeing
Catch sight of some of Kwandwe’s incredible birdlife while paddling along the Great Fish River in a sturdy canoe.

Rhino tracking
Experience the thrill of tracking rhino on foot under the guidance of an experienced ranger and tracker – an unforgettable safari adventure.

Golf and polo
It is possible to organise golf and polo tours in the vicinity of Kwandwe.

Whale watching air safari
The Port Alfred Flying Club offers breathtaking whale watching flights over the bay. This adventure is seasonal – June to November.