Only 2 hours from Port Elizabeth lies the 22,000 hectare malaria-free Kwandwe Private Game Reserve. In the heart of the reserve, set in a beautiful location overlooking the Fish river and afromontane forests, Melton Manor is a sole-use safari villa, and is the perfect escape for a family safari, as it accommodates up to 8 guests.
The elegant and simple design incorporates earthy, organic finishes - with deep inviting sofas and gorgeous Nguni rugs, and celebrates the style of early frontier days.
Your private ranger will lead you on interpretive, twice-daily game drives in open 4x4 safari vehicles, bringing you close to Africa's Big 5.
Fascinating nocturnal animals such as aardvark, aardwolf, porcupine, Cape fox, bat-eared fox and spring hare are regularly encountered on exciting night drives.
The 4 en-suite bedrooms feature innovative 'butler hatches' for discreet room service and the interactive kitchen will be a cosy place where guests can muck in with Melton Manor's expert chef.
In between drives, guests can enjoy relaxing around the large swimming pool and the central courtyard.
Rates Include
All meals; tea/coffee; house wines, local branded spirits/beers, soft drinks and bottled water; 2 scheduled game-drives daily in an open 4x4 safari vehicle, accompanied by an experienced ranger and tracker; interpretive nature walks daily (one hour) accompanied by an experienced armed tracker; transfers in a game-drive vehicle from Heatherton (Reception and parking area) to the lodge; the Community and Conservation Levy; and a laundry/valet service are included.
Children Policy
Children of any age are welcome.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
The lodge offers both nature walks and big game walks. There are no age limits for nature walks, however children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on the big game walks.
Regardless of age or the provision of a doctors certificate, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
Directions For Drivers
From Port Elizabeth: Travel eastwards along the N2 towards Grahamstown. Travel past Grahamstown and the Settlers Monument, ignoring the Beaufort Street and R67 Port Alfred turn-offs.
A few kilometres past Grahamstown turn left onto the road at the R67 Fort Beaufort. Wind your way through the Ecca Pass for approximately 22 km, before turning left onto a gravel road at the Kwandwe sign. This turn-off is also marked Kranzdrift.
Travel about 5 km to reach the Kwandwe gate, and continue straight along that road for a further 6 km. The first house on the left is Heatherton Towers Reception area, where you will check-in and leave your car. You will then be transferred to the lodge, which is a half-an-hour's drive away.
From East London: Travel along the N2 towards King Williamstown and then on to Grahamstown. Before reaching Grahamstown turn left onto the road at the R67 Fort Beaufort, then follow the directions as above.
General Information For Guests
Melton Manor is an exclusive safari villa that can sleep up to 8 guests. The villa offers communal living; a private 4x4 safari vehicle; butler; chef; ranger; and a tracker team.
The bedrooms in the villa have a large verandah; enormous bed and a butler hatch for unobtrusive morning service; and a spacious private bathroom.
Complimentary Wi-Fi is available.
A Community and Conservation Levy (currently R200 per person per night) has been included within your rate. The proceeds go towards anti-poaching efforts, the community and ecology.
All major credit cards are accepted.
Bush Walks / Walking Safaris
The lodge offers both nature walks and big game walks. There are no age limits for nature walks, however children under the age of 16 years are not permitted on the big game walks.
Regardless of age or the provision of a doctors certificate, the final decision on whether a guest can join a guided walk remains with the guide and lodge manager.
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