The exclusive lodges located within the Gondwana Private Game Reserve, cater to discerning travelers seeking genuine, responsible connections with nature. By staying in one of the lodges, you’re not just visiting; you’re actively contributing to the restoration and rewilding of our planet.

Kwena Lodge’s unique layout, design, and décor draw inspiration from the nomadic lifestyle of the San people who inhabited this area thousands of years ago, providing guests with a distinctive and culturally immersive experience. The lodge features expansive facilities, including an open-plan lounge and bar area. Dining options abound in various beautiful indoor and outdoor settings, with two elegant dining rooms situated around fireplaces beneath thatched roofs, and an alfresco dining experience on our striking dining deck overlooking two waterholes. In addition to these amenities, the lodge boasts an infinity pool surrounded by private pool lounging areas, an outdoor pool-side bar with comfortable seating and lounge spaces, as well as a curated curio shop.

Kwena Suites: Retreat Kwena Lodge provides an exclusive experience with 14 well-appointed, privately situated bedroom suites. The Kwena Suites dome-shaped thatched structures, draw inspiration from the nomadic dwellings constructed by the San tribes millennia ago. Each suite boasts a comfortable lounge area featuring a wood-burning fireplace. The spacious bathrooms include a deep indulgent bath with a picturesque window, double basins, rain shower, and a separate toilet. Unwind under the outdoor shaded deck area of your suite enjoying breathtaking views of two waterholes and a mountainous landscape. The romantic double pool lounger is an ideal spot to immerse yourself in the surrounding beauty of the Cape landscape.