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Susie Freeman
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For 27 years, Susie Freeman Travel has specialized in curating luxury holidays, weddings, and honeymoons to some of the world’s most enchanting destinations.

What to expect

  • Expert Travel Consultation Enjoy a 30-minute free consultation with a location expert.

  • Personalised Itinerary Get a tailor-made travel plan based on your interests and preferences.

  • Exclusive Travel Tips Receive insider tips and recommendations for your destination.

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Shamwari Private Game Reserve – Eastern Cape, South Africa

Shamwari Private Game Reserve is one of South Africa’s premier luxury safari destinations, located in the malaria-free Eastern Cape, just over an hour from Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth). Spanning more than 25,000 hectares of restored wilderness, Shamwari offers an exceptional blend of wildlife, luxury, and conservation.

Former farmland that has been transformed into a thriving ecosystem, home to the Big Five, diverse plains game, and abundant birdlife. Conservation is central to Shamwari, with initiatives supporting wildlife rehabilitation, education, and community upliftment.

Accommodation

Shamwari offers a range of lodges to suit every travel style:

  • Long Lee Manor – Elegant and classic
  • Eagles Crag & Sindile – Contemporary luxury and adult only
  • Riverdene Lodge – Family-friendly comfort
  • Explorer Camp – Adventure-focused stays

All lodges feature stylish interiors, exceptional service, and outstanding cuisine.

Best Time to Visit

The cooler, dry months (May–September) are ideal for wildlife viewing, while summer brings lush landscapes and superb birding opportunities

Why Book with Susie Freeman Travel

A safari is more than a lodge, it’s a personalised experience. Susie Freeman Travel provides expert guidance to match your travel style with the ideal lodge, arranging seamless transfers and combining Shamwari with other South African destinations. Every detail is thoughtfully handled, ensuring an effortless, unforgettable safari journey.

Susie Loves

Shamwari can be visited anytime of the year.

The variety of lodges to suit all budgets

Lodges to suit all different Family groups whether adult only or multi-generational

Malaria Free

need to know

Shamwari now offers direct return flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town in their private jet.

Esay one hour transfer from Port Elizabeth for guests using commercial air links.

Unlike many other Big Five destinations in South Africa, Shamwari is malaria-free, making it accessible for families, honeymooners, and travelers sensitive to malaria risk.

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"What an AMAZING holiday! Thank you Susie for all you super organisation, everything was planned down to the tee."

Georgina Fisher

"I totally trust her recommendations and will be booking again through her company."

Olivia Henderson

"The holidays we have had with SFT have all been incredible, we don't like coming home!"

Hazel Dowie

"Every part of our trip was perfect from the moment we arrived at the local airport to the moment we stepped back onto the plane 2 weeks later."

Georgina Green

“Thank you so much for your help in the most incredible week. We absolutely loved the hotel and already plotting our return. The hotel and staff were all amazing, we felt so well looked after with never ending honeymoon treats. A very special holiday we will always remember. And our basket and bottle of wine, we couldn’t believe it- such lovely touches!”

Honeymoon client

“Cant begin to thank you for suggesting the Royal Palm to us. Everything is wonderfully organised, very impressed with staff ratio. Helpful front desk. couldn't recommend more. Also thank you for lovely basket & wine. Much appreciated. Hopefully see you on our return”

Pamela & Nick

"Paradise Cove is everything you promised and more. Just superb - exactly what we wanted, so very many thanks."

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