Kwandwe Ecca Lodge

Exquisite guest areas overlook spekboom valleys and distant shale cliffs. Nestled into a verdant hillside, the lodge is airy and open, with barely a barrier between indoors and the African bushveld. Each suite has an en-suite bathroom, complete with a magnificent outdoor shower. A spacious communal lounge, dining room and bar area invite you to share drinks and stories with other guests. Aspiring young cooks can join the chef in the interactive kitchen, helping prepare farm-fresh cuisine.

As a family you have the added benefit of a private vehicle and guide, so enjoy game drives at your leisure. Experienced guides and Xhosa trackers will lead you into the wilds of the reserve, using their eagle eyes to spot Africa’s Big Five and other creatures. Exhilarating night drives reveal nocturnal creatures such as aardvark, aardwolf, porcupine and Cape fox in the glow of the spotlight—maybe even a prowling leopard if you’re lucky! Spend a morning exploring on foot, discovering Kwandwe’s pristine wilderness face-to-face on a guided bush walk.

Ecca Lodge is the perfect place to bring children closer to nature, offering a number of activities. We’ve never met a child who doesn’t love a ‘poo safari’, where they learn to identify creatures based on their droppings and tracks! Fishing, baking, crafting animals out of clay and pizza making are all other ways youngsters can fill their time. A full-sized swimming pool and a large TV with some popcorn are options for downtime. We also understand that sometimes parents want to enjoy a relaxing evening meal or perhaps a more leisurely, adult’s only game drive. As well as the children’s activity programme, Kwandwe also offer child minding services.