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Gondwana Game Reserve

Property class: 5 and above
Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 2 outdoor pools

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A resort with a wooden deck, a swimming pool, and thatched-roof huts.
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A thatched-roof building with a welcoming entrance, surrounded by natural vegetation.
A dining area with a table set for two, overlooking a scenic landscape.
A spacious living area with a view of mountains, a wooden coffee table, and two white lamps.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Heuningkip Farm, R327, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500
  • Place, Hartenbos Seefront
    ‪32 min drive‬
  • Place, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve
    ‪33 min drive‬
  • Place, Santos Beach
    ‪35 min drive‬
  • Airport, George (GRJ)
    ‪58 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for 4 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

A bedroom with a thatched roof, a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window.

4 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 240 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

View all photos for 3 Bedroom Kwena Lodge Villa

A bedroom with a four-poster bed, a sitting area with a chair and ottoman, a fireplace, and a balcony with a view.

3 Bedroom Kwena Lodge Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 240 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Luxury Villa (Ulubisi)

A modern house with a large deck, two swimming pools, and a fireplace.

Luxury Villa (Ulubisi)

  • Mountain view
  • 465 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for 3 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

A bedroom with a thatched roof, a large bed, a bedside table, a lamp, and a window.

3 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

  • Mountain view
  • 240 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Kwena Lodge Suite

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, a sitting area with a view, and a dining area with a bottle of champagne.

Kwena Lodge Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 70 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Premium Villa

  • 370 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Black Rhino House

A bedroom with a large bed, a ceiling fan, a painting of lions, and a view through the glass doors.

Black Rhino House

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 3 King Beds

View all photos for Kwena Suite

A spacious room with a large bed, a desk, and a sofa.

Kwena Suite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

About the area

Mossel Bay

Near the airport.Stay at this Mossel Bay hotel and you'll be within 20 miles (32 km) of Dias Museum and Santos Beach. Redberry Farm and Fancourt Golf Estate are also in the region.

What's nearby

  • Pinnacle Point Beach and Golf Resort - 31 min drive - 31.7 km
  • Hartenbos Seefront - 32 min drive - 36.7 km
  • Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - 33 min drive - 32.8 km
  • Santos Beach - 35 min drive - 36.9 km
  • Cape St. Blaize Cave - 37 min drive - 39.0 km

Getting around

  • George (GRJ) - 47 min drive

About this property

Gondwana Game Reserve

Family-friendly 5-star hotel with 2 outdoor pools
Some rates at Gondwana Game Reserve are all-inclusive. These rates include onsite meals and beverages, and may include taxes and gratuities. Additional charges may apply for meals at some restaurants, special dinners and dishes, certain beverages, and other amenities.

Gondwana Game Reserve offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools. There are 3 restaurants on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Spa services, a library, and a terrace are also featured at the luxury Gondwana Game Reserve. An airport shuttle (available 24 hours) is available for a fee. Self parking and valet parking are free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 5-star Mossel Bay hotel.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • 31 buildings
  • 3 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 2010
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised kid's activities (free)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Library
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Smoking in designated areas
Gondwana Game Reserve offers 28 accommodations with minibars and safes. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include separate bathtubs and showers with deep soaking bathtubs and rainfall showerheads. Bathrooms are also outfitted with bathrobes, designer toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and blackout drapes/curtains. A nightly turndown service is provided and housekeeping is offered daily.

Tented Bush Spa has 2 treatment rooms including rooms for couples and outdoor treatment areas. Services include deep-tissue massages, hot stone massages, Swedish massages, and facials. A variety of treatment therapies are provided, including aromatherapy. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's games
  • Free children's club
  • Free supervised activities for children
  • In-room babysitting (surcharge)
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • 24-hour roundtrip airport shuttle on request for a surcharge
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free uncovered valet parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • 3 restaurants
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Couples/private dining
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • 18-hole adjacent golf course
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fishing
  • Free children's club
  • Full-service spa
  • Game drive
  • Game viewing
  • Library
  • Safari
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Handrails in stairways
  • No elevator (single-level property)
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Minibar

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport (surcharges may apply); to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property 72 hours prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 4:30 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property is located within a national park, and access is restricted to official gate operating hours. Guests who arrive after the gates have closed will not be able to enter the park or reach the lodge, so it is essential to contact the property after booking and again before arrival to confirm gate times. Guests who intend to participate in scheduled afternoon game drives must confirm the latest arrival time allowed with the property.
Guests with dietary restrictions or food allergies should contact this property in advance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Gondwana Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: ZAR 550 per person, per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Airport shuttle fee: ZAR 1999 per person (one-way)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

Property is also known as

Gondwana Game
Gondwana Game Reserve
Gondwana Game Reserve Hotel
Gondwana Game Reserve Hotel Mossel Bay
Gondwana Game Reserve Mossel Bay
Gondwana Reserve
Gondwana Game Reserve Hotel
Gondwana Game Reserve Mossel Bay
Gondwana Game Reserve Hotel Mossel Bay

Frequently asked questions

How close is Gondwana Game Reserve to the airport?

Gondwana Game Reserve is 39.6 mi (47-min drive) away from the George (GRJ) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Gondwana Game Reserve?

As of Oct 22, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Gondwana Game Reserve on Oct 30, 2026 start from CA $1,789, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Gondwana Game Reserve have an airport shuttle?

Gondwana Game Reserve offers an airport shuttle 24 hours a day, on request, for a charge of ZAR 1999 per person, one-way.

How close is Gondwana Game Reserve to the beach?

This hotel is 19.5 mi (33-min drive) from Santos Beach and 16.1 mi (23-min drive) from Dana Bay. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Gondwana Game Reserve offer free breakfast?

Gondwana Game Reserve offers free full breakfast every day from 7 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Gondwana Game Reserve?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Garden Route Casino (24-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Gondwana Game Reserve?

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 4:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Gondwana Game Reserve?

This hotel offers free self parking and valet parking.

Does Gondwana Game Reserve have a pool?

Gondwana Game Reserve features 2 outdoor pools.

Does Gondwana Game Reserve have a restaurant?

There are 3 onsite restaurants, offering options like African cuisine, a poolside location, and pool views.

Does Gondwana Game Reserve have a spa?

Pamper yourself with a day at Tented Bush Spa, where you can enjoy body wraps, hot stone massages, and body scrubs.

How close is Gondwana Game Reserve to downtown Mossel Bay?

Gondwana Game Reserve is 11.8 mi away from Mossel Bay.

Gondwana Game Reserve Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 181 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 181 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 181 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 181 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 181 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

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The best holiday we have ever had. The safari ranger/guide (called Abiri) was perfect and made the whole experience magical for the whole family. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Our house with a private pool was just amazing
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Exellent resort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Great family weekend, beautiful
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10/10 Excellent

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Experience was great, our guide Anita was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing game reserve
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10 Excellent

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Highlight of our trip. Staying in the kwena lodges is key. Beautiful setting, staff, and experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020
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10/10 Excellent

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Had a great time
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8/10 Good

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Wonderful location and scenery. The game drives were awesome Food was good but restaurant service was terrible.
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10/10 Excellent

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Highly recommend!

Wow, I want to go back. Absolutely amazing place, people and service.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021
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10/10 Excellent

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rustic but comfortable.

game park was great and Delicious, our guide, was very knowledgeable
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10/10 Excellent

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Magical escape

Being here for two days was an incredibly relaxing escape. Beautiful views, great food, and very nice staff. Stayed at the Fynbos villas which were very spacious and comfortable.
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10/10 Excellent

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Simply amazing

We had a great time in Gondwana, it's absolutely beautiful there, highly recommendable!
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10/10 Excellent

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Gondwana was a first class experience. The staff were exceptionally friendly and energetic and all the facilities exceeded our (high) expectations. Tour guides were knowledgeable and the food in the restaurant was excellent.
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10/10 Excellent

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Great Time at Godwana Game Reserve

Everything was simply Perfect!!! Great place with the best panorama ever, amazing game drives with very professional rangers. The atmosphere in the resort was perfect, super friendly and helpfull staff. Very cosy rooms, great food and service. The place is really worth a Visit!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2017
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10/10 Excellent

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Safari Experience, with great Accomodation

A great exprience two safari drives each day with good accomodation. The meals were fantastic too and the staff very helpful. The rangers on the game drives were very knowlegable, enthusiastic and helpful. Altogether a great few days.
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing

Perfect , people are so friendly and the hotel is wonderful ! I will come back to gondwana And I recomend
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10/10 Excellent

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The pioneer trail has been an amazing experience. The camps are wonderful and the guides and staff incredibly awesome. I can’t recommend it enough.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
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10/10 Excellent

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Wonderful experience for all the family

Amazing safari experience - scenery , wildlife accommodation and food all breath taking. A special mention for our guide Abi who was knowledgeable enthusiastic and absolutely wonderful with our 10 year old twins. Thoroughly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
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10/10 Excellent

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Luxury safari in stunning landscape

Luxury room , active staff , nice safari But terrible dinner
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10/10 Excellent

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Awesome game reserve

My family had a great time and we saw all the animals so close . It was definitely worth it. One of the better game reserves.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2017
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8/10 Good

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Enjoyable Stay

Gondwana was a different game reserve to our first one that we also done on our trip, the reserve is quite open so the plus side with that is that you see so many animals, we got to see lions after hearing them in the bushes eating there catch. We stayed in a 3 bedroom villa which was huge perfect for families. The game drives were great they get up very close to the animals. We enjoyed our stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
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10/10 Excellent

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Gondwana offers a fantastic experience for anyone looking for a short Safari within the confines of a private game concession. There is a diverse array of animals to view in amongst beautiful scenery despite being close to Mossel Bay. Our accommodation went way beyond our expectations - a huge 3 bedroom lodge all to ourselves. We loved the 15+ minute self drive to get there! The food at Gondwana is nothing like you get on a typical safari - it’s more like a 5* hotel experience with so much choice (take aways available!). In summary we had an excellent experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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8/10 Good

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Highly recommended

Wonderful stay and fantastic location. Beautiful game drives and great food. If you are gluten-free you may struggle (as you will in most of South Africa). The evening game drives were breath-taking and sitting a few metres away from a roaring lion was awe inspiring.
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10/10 Excellent

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Just an incredible experience from start to finish. There was nothing I could fault or would change. Can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022