Explorer Camp - Shamwari Private Game Reserve - Eastern Cape - South Africa

During South Africa’s summer season, Shamwari Private Game Reserve expands its offering even further by opening the Explorer Camp.

This once-in-a-lifetime experience takes guests on a guided walking safari of the surrounding land, allowing you to get up close and personal with nature.

Shamwari firmly believes that travel needs to be simplified by going back to basics. This package not only reflects the core ideals of their safaris, but aims to deliver an eye-opening encounter with nature.

The Explorer Camp is discreetly fenced for safety reasons but retains true explorer ambiance. The tents are placed in close proximity without encroaching on the other tents’ privacy, while the camp is located on a plateau set among the only basalt and granite extrusions on Shamwari – a truly magical setting.

Sabi Sands Lodges Reviews

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September 23, 2026 ZA Website
Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  

Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly

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Thank you Max for your recommendation and great service.  
Andrew W.    September 23, 2026   ZA    Website   
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Our experience with Max from Sabi Sands Lodges was brilliant. His recommendation and attention to details were excellent. We highly recommend booking with Sabi Sands Lodges as it saved us time & effort. Experience counts and Max's knowledge was invaluable.

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July 26, 2026 CL Website
100% Recommended  

Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100%

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100% Recommended  
Sven Gysling    July 26, 2026   CL    Website   
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Recommendations were great and all the arrangements worked smoothly. Andy was always reachable and receptive to requests and modification. 100% recommended.

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August 19, 2026 Cardiff, UK Website
The best safari oasis  

We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see

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The best safari oasis  
Mandy H    August 19, 2026   Cardiff, UK    Website   
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We’ve have just come back from a 3 night stay at earth lodge. One word incredible. We got to see the big 5 and a lot more animals. The game drives were amazing. The Knowledge of the tracker (Donald) and our guide (Helen) was exceptional and they ensured we were able to see everything. We seen leopards, cheetahs and lions. You stop for a morning coffee out in the bush and sundowners in the evening, this was also excellently organised. The rooms are absolutely stunning with the biggest mini bar I’ve ever seen. The drink options are fantastic. Super comfortable rooms and luxurious. Food was superb. Each evening there was a different location for dinner excellently curated by the team at the hotel, with food prepared to a very high standard. We also used the gym facilities which were great. The service and operational standards at this hotel are exceptional. I would 100% stay at this lodge again it was such an incredible experience

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May 6, 2026 ZA Website
Best in the bushes  

What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone

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Best in the bushes  
Candice Tehini    May 6, 2026   ZA    Website   
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What a memorable stay.
Our experience was perfect from start to finish. Booking the experience through Andy set the tone for the stress-free bush experience.

From the vanilla scented towels, to the delicious food, exciting game drives and phenomenal staff, our stay at Shiduli was magical from the second we arrived and lives in our hearts long after we left.

Your helpful staff greeted us as we arrived and and were with us every step of the way... literally. We were escorted to our private villa by Gary, who my children absolutely adored. Richard, in the bar was on form and Gogo Dorris had faith that we would see lions... which we did.

Thandy and Karen were friendly, professional and made us feel like old friends. We will definitely be back and will bring our friends and family so they can share in this beautiful gem.

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September 23, 2026 GB Website
Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  

Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us


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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in…  
Annelize Taylor    September 23, 2026   GB    Website   
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Sabisandlodges has been amazing in creating a dream holiday!!! They were attentive, quick to respond and arranged everything for us in great detail!!

Thank you so much for arranging all our travel - Ulusaba, amazing. The pick ups were great - through vumba tours!!
The La Rochelle tours were fantastic too. Drivers were helpful, friendly and professional.

Really enjoyed our experiences and everyone involved made it even better!!!!


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2026 Rates

01 September 2026 - 31 May 2027
R9,850.00 per person per night sharing
R12,800.00 per person per night single

Rates exclude conservation fees: R650.00 per person per night 

Rate Includes

Bush walks; All meals; En-suite bathroom with shower; Complimentary transfers when flying direct to Shamwari

Explorer Camp Shamwari

Shamwari Private Game Reserve expands its offering from October to May annually by opening the Explorer Camp, a unique experience that takes guests on a guided walking safari of the surrounding land, allowing one to get up close and personal with nature. This wilderness bush camp itinerary comprises of a minimum 2-night trail, operational Tuesday and Wednesday, and Friday and Saturday with an optional 3rd night (Sunday) on request.
The Explorer Camp tents are simplistic yet comfortably equipped with all the modern amenities required to add extra ambiance and comfort. Each suite comes with 2 single beds that can convert into a king size, an en-suite bathroom equipped with a shower, as well as useful amenities such as shampoo, shower gel and insect repellent, among others. Culinary feasts are presented around the camp fire with exquisite silverware. And best of all, guests wake up to tea and coffee, served in front of their tents. There is also a classic portable bar with crystal glassware to enjoy the traditional gin and tonic on the viewing deck.
Guided by trained rangers, you can experience wildlife interactions unlike any other during the daily bush walks, and experience fauna and flora indigenous to the Eastern Cape Region. The malaria-free area of the Eastern Cape is home to an extensive range of wildlife, as well as a host of beautiful birds, from tiny feathered friends to majestic birds of prey.
The Shamwari Explorer Camp is suitable for people between the ages of 16 and 65.
DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE EXPLORER CAMP, SHAMWARI PRIVATE GAME RESERVE, EASTERN CAPE Follow the N2 out of Gqeberha heading towards Grahamstown. Continue on the N2 until you reach a sign board for Shamwari Private Game Reserve and turn left towards Paterson on the R342. Travel 7 km up the gravel road and enter at the 2nd gate for the Welcome Lounge. Should you be flying directly to the Shamwari landing strip, the lodge offers complimentary transfers to any of the lodges. GPS co-ordinates: -33.4230401, 26.0619078

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