It’s not only part of a collection of luxury safari lodges, but is also thoroughly family friendly. Importantly, the vast Kwandwe Private Game Reserve is malaria free, while also being one of the biggest privately-owned Big Five reserves in South Africa. It could just be the ultimate bush hideaway to reconnect with family and friends in the African bush.
At Melton Manor, it is all about doing things in your own time, which is exactly what a family holiday is all about. Along with a team of warmly welcoming staff, you also have your own dedicated safari vehicle, ranger and tracker for the duration of your stay. This means that not only is your safari accommodation thoroughly private, but so is your entire bush experience.
Adding to this, the Big Five safari lodge also has an inviting viewing deck near the pool area. This offers families and groups of friends the space to chill and have relaxed time together in complete privacy.
Kwandwe’s lodges offer Big Five accommodation surrounded by magnificent wilderness. As far as you can see, is all Kwandwe. Not surprising then, that the reserve is the largest privately owned Big Five game viewing area in South Africa. Here, there is simply everything to ensure the perfect safari, that is also child friendly and carefree.
Melton Manor, as one of three exclusive options for luxury safari stays on the reserve, has four suites and can sleep eight guests. Kwandwe has another two luxurious safari lodges: the Settler-style homestead of Uplands, and the contemporary Fort House, located on the plains. All the accommodation options on the wildlife reserve are Big Five safari lodges.
Family friendly activities
The exclusive-use houses at Kwandwe are ideal for eco-conscious, globetrotting families or small groups. Those who want to offset their carbon footprint can even plant a Spekboom tree on the reserve. Spekboom is one of the top five carbon-storing trees on the planet and is also iconically South African.
At Kwandwe, every aspirant little ranger is also encouraged to explore, discover and delight in the miracle of nature, learning alongside experienced teams of trackers and rangers. And for those who love the thrill of walking in the wild, interpretive bush walks or big game tracking safaris, all this is on offer here too – for family members big and small.
If Melton Manor is booked on your selected dates, please browse our extended selection of enticing safari hideaways in the Eastern Cape.
Edited by Keri Harvey