Hitgeheim Country Lodge is situated on an eco-reserve in the heart of the malaria-free Sundays River Valley, only minutes from the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. On arrival you are warmly welcomed into this place of peace and tranquility.

Five-star accommodation is offered in stylishly appointed chalets with luxurious bathrooms, outdoor showers and private wooden decks with breathtaking views over tranquil citrus orchards and the sweeping country side. Awake to the haunting cries of the fish-eagles, residents to the Sundays River below the veranda of your chalet.

Accompany a guide on a safari to the Addo Elephant National Park for the best elephant viewing in the world, arrange an exhilarating elephant back safari, visit one of the near-by "Big 5" private game reserves or simply go for a walk on the reserve.

Afterwards, indulge in a refreshing swim or sundowners on the veranda as day gives way to the silence of a vast African night. Select your wine from our private collection from the walk-in cellar before you sit down to a gourmet dinner by candle-light. Here you will experience true South African hospitality at its best.

Hitgeheim Country Lodge can also accommodate weddings of up to 30 guests, and offers fantastic Honeymoon packages.

Hitgeheim Country Lodge consists of 8 Chalets - 3 Honeymoon Suites (superior), 2 Family Chalets (superior), 3 Luxury Chalets - set amongst indigenous gardens with prolific birdlife.

Each chalet offers stylishly appointed bedrooms with luxurious bathrooms, private wooden decks with panoramic views overlooking the Valley below and the Addo Elephant National Park in the distance.

Features include air-conditioning, heating, electric blankets, bathrobes, signature bathroom amenities, hair dryer, electronic safe, mini-bar, complimentary sherry, snack basket, coffee & tea facilities, and wireless Internet connection. Extra-length twin or king beds. The "wet style" bathrooms are finished in natural stone and offer separate toilets and selected rooms offer additional outdoor showers.

Hitgeheim Country Lodge has established a reputation for outstanding cuisine. Dining with regional cuisine and unique story-telling wines from the walk-in wine cellar ensure that dining is an unforgettable experience.

Sundowner drinks, cocktails and canapes are enjoyed on the veranda while watching the sun set. Choose your main course and dessert from our 6-course menu before you sit down to a gourmet dinner served in luxurious splendour. All meals are carefully planned and prepared by our resident Cordon Blue Chef to suit the guests' special dietary requirements, if any. Our chef is available for any special requests.

Breakfast includes seasonal fresh fruits, stewed dried fruit, yoghurt, muesli and cereals, cold meats and cheeses, preserves and fresh fruit juices, followed by a traditional South African breakfast or the "Sunrise Surprise".

Hitgeheim is ideally situated for an unforgettable Wildlife Safari in the malaria-free Eastern Cape. You can easily visit any - or even all four - of the game reserves which are all in very close proximity to us, each offering an unique experience.

• Addo Elephant National Park Morning Safari
• Addo Elephant Back Safari
• Schotia Tooth and Claw Safari (Lion sighting is 99% guaranteed)
• Daniella's Cheetah Breeding Sanctuary
• Lenmore Raptor en Reptile Centre
• Amakhala Private Game Reserve (includes River Cruise)

And, of course...

Hitgeheim Country Lodge Leisure Time. This is what we are all good at. Doing pure nothing, and not feeling guilty about it, enjoying the peace and quietness, either from your deck, the swimming pool or one of the many loungers, sipping a nice chilled white wine or a finer selected red.

Or simply stroll through the natural surroundings and experience the indigenous antelope species at close range. Relax in the tranquil environment teeming with birdlife, a birder's paradise or spend your day on your private wooden deck behind your camera lens, photographing resident birds and antelope species, and the sweeping vistas.

General notes:
1. Rates on a per person per night sharing basis.
2. Rates may be subject to change without notification.
3. Single rates on request.
4. Children under 12 years welcome but by prior arrangement. 5. High Season is 01 October 2009 - 15 July 2010. Low Season is 16 July 2010 - 30 September 2010.
6. Honeymoon packages include romantic turn-downs, sparkling wine and canapes on day of arrival, breakfast on your veranda or a private dinner in the wine-cellar.