1/9 - Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
2/9 - Lobby, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
3/9 - Bar, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
4/9 - Restaurant, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
5/9 - Health and Beauty, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
6/9 - Room Interior, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
7/9 - Room Terrace, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
8/9 - Pool Room, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
9/9 - Exterior, Shamwari Eagles Crag, South Africa
Nine luxurious glass and stone suites with private plunge pools set at the foot of imposing mountain cliffs. Eagles Crag is situated on the 61,770 acre malaria free Shamwari Private Game Reserve.
Why you'll love it here
- Relax in a stylish Junior Suite with a private deck and pool, set in lush vegetation and rocky cliffs
- Relax in front of the indoor fireplace after a day of spectacular game viewing
- Watch eagles soar from the rock faces from your aerial viewing pods
- Enjoy a soothing afternoon of relaxation in the spa
Best For
- Adults Only,
Mari
Travel Specialist
Included in your holiday
- Lounge passes and meet & greet service in UK airports
- Transfers to and from your hotel
- All flight luggage allowances
- Personal concierge service
- 24/7 assistance when travelling
- Full ATOL protection
Full accommodation information
Hotel information
Surrounded by imposing mountain cliffs where eagles soar, the nine exclusive suites of Eagles Crag epitomises luxury and elegance amid its lush natural beauty.
Each suite is fashioned in stone and glass, featuring four-poster beds, free-standing soaking tubs, indoor and outdoor showers and expansive deck complete with private plunge pool.
The world-renowned Shamwari Group has been a leader in conservation, wildlife safaris and hospitality for over 20 years.
The privately-owned malaria Shamwari Game Reserve covers over 61 770 acres and is home to over 5000 head of free-roaming game, including Africa's Big Five, Rhino, Lion, Leopard, Buffalo and Elephant.
Game viewing is by specially converted modern open vehicles, each day you are treated to two game drives, one early morning and one late afternoon. Your highly-trained game ranger will provide educational and insightful information of the bush and wildlife. While not out on a game experience you are free to relax in the luxury of your suite, visit the relaxation retreat where you can enjoy a selection of body and beauty treatments or make use of the hydro bath, sauna and steam bath. A range of other activities includes visits to the two Born Free Big Cat Sanctuaries, Ian Player Rhino Awareness Centre and The Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre.
Our Advice
- During the summer months from October - January, the Shamwari Explorer Camp two night walking trail pacakge is available as an extension to your stay at Shamwari Game Reserve
- For the budding wildlife photographer Shamwari offers a Pro Photo Safari including tuition with an experienced wildlife photographer in a safari vehicle especially rigged for photographic equipment
South Africa travel information
- Time zone: +2 GMT
- Flight time: 11-12 hours
- Recommended airlines: Emirates, British Airways, KLM, Qatar Airways
- Currency: South African Rand
- Tipping guideline: 10-15%
- Health considerations: There is a risk of malaria in certain areas of South Africa, including the Kruger National Park. However, transmission occurs typically between the months of September and May only. In June, July and August, the risk is considered to be very low. There is a low to very low risk of malaria in the rest of South Africa throughout the year.There is no risk of yellow fever in South Africa, however, yellow fever vaccination is required for travellers arriving from countries with risk of yellow fever transmission.
- Capital: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein
- Population: 61,020,221
- National languages: 11 official languages including English, Afrikaans, isiZulu, and Xhosa
- Electricity and plugs: Type C, D, M, N, 230V
- Mobile phone coverage: Good coverage
- UK passport visa requirements: You don't need a visa for South Africa if you have a British passport - for a maximum of 90 days
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