Revitalise your spirit and soul, leave the city life behind and escape to the tranquil natural beauty found at RiverBend Lodge. Anchored on endless horizons and flanked by the Zuurberg Mountains of South Africa's Eastern Cape province, RiverBend Lodge is situated within a 14 000 ha private concession area of the Addo Elephant National Park.

Watch herds of Elephants feeding a short distance away, listen to the songs of some 300 bird species, enjoy a personalized game drive into the mountains and discover varying vegetation from thick forested valleys, open savannah plains to hillsides rich in Fynbos.

Experience the warm hospitality famous to the region as you acclimatize to the comfort of child-friendly RiverBend Lodge. Enjoy plentiful game activities guided by professional guides who’ll not only enlighten you in Africa’s splendid creatures, but also reveal the fascinating history of this revitalized wilderness.

RiverBend - a personal experience, dedicated to conservation and rehabilitation of Africa’s natural world.

RiverBend Lodge is approximately 50- 60 minutes drive from Port Elizabeth.

Unwind, relax and enjoy incredible tranquillity and privacy in RiverBend Lodge's 8 luxurious suites - a haven, worlds away from the madding crowds of modern life.

A choice of accommodation is offered in 3 types of rooms:

4 Luxury Suites, each spacious and beautifully decorated with en-suite bathrooms. The Luxury Suites also have interleading doors, making them ideal for groups or families.

3 Executive Suites offer style and elegance in spacious, individual en-suite bedrooms with private outdoor showers and secluded verandas.

The Honeymoon Suite is the ultimate in luxury and offers complete privacy from the veranda, outdoor shower and private plunge pool

Be pampered to a relaxing back massage in the privacy of your room, or sip a cocktail on your private veranda as the sun sets below the endless horizon. Rest a sleepy head on feather soft comfort and let the sounds of gentle bird song wake you to another glorious day in the Addo Elephant National Park.

All the suites are air-conditioned and equipped with ceiling fans, electronic safes, mini bar, satellite TV, hair dryer and bathroom en-suite with separate bath and shower (some with outdoor showers and a private plunge pool at the Honeymoon Suite).

For families or small groups, there's even Long Hope Villa, a beautifully restored Eastern Cape farmhouse. Situated on a remote location further away from the RiverBend Lodge, the villa offers an exclusive and private safari experience, complete with private game ranger.

Original wooden floors and farmhouse doors capture the old-world charm. Three en-suite homely bedrooms, each with walk-in wardrobe and spacious charming bathroom add to the home-away-from-home appeal. Luxuries such as percale linen, soft furnishings and even a Pillow Library ensure a sumptuous stay.

Relax in the open-plan lounge, furnished with comfy sofas, Satellite TV and DVD player. Enjoy a cocktail at the bar while your personal chef prepares delicious meals in the interactive kitchen - you may even join in on the preparations if you wish!

The cuisine at RiverBend is the perfect fusion of traditional European food and Pan-African fare.

Matched with an award-winning wine list, a meal at RiverBend is a gastronomic experience. Executive chef Adriaan van Niekerk believes that dining should be an experience, not simply fulfilling a desire to eat. "My guests have the option of choosing from a cafe-style A'la Carte menu for a leisurely and relaxed lunch, to a 7-course dinner experience that would please the most sensitive of connoisseurs."

Meals are not restricted to the dining-room and guests are encouraged to make use of one of the verandahs or to arrange a packed picnic to enjoy on a game drive. Candle-lit dinners in the privacy of your suite are arranged for a truly romantic treat.

From marveling at the magnificent elephant herds grazing a short distance from you on your private game drive, tracking the movements of game on foot, learning about the medicinal values of the bush to strolling through the citrus orchards of our adjacent farm, RiverBend offers a diversity of activities to enjoy. All at your own pace and pleasure.

• GAME DRIVES & GUIDED WALKS
• MOUNTAIN DRIVES AND WALKS
• BIRD-WATCHING
• HORSE-BACK SAFARIS
• CULTURAL & HISTORICAL EXCURSIONS
• CITRUS TOURS AND PICNICS
• ELEPHANT ENCOUNTERS
• ASTRONOMY
• VITALITY HEALTH STUDIO SPA EXPERIENCE.

Children: Children of all ages are welcome at RiverBend. Various activities are on offer including a playroom where hours of fun can be had. The team is geared towards every need and children will be taken on walks with their guide, baking biscuits with the chef or doing mini treatments with the Beauty Therapist.

There is also a dedicated channel on our television network on which children are able to choose from a selection of videos to be played.

Should your children decide not to join you on a game drive or for dinner, we have trained child minders to take care of them while you can relax and enjoy the beauty of the Addo Elephant National Park and make use of the luxury facilities at RiverBend Lodge.

Lodge Rates Terms & Conditions:

Rates quoted are per person sharing per night and are inclusive of: - Luxury accommodation - All meals (breakfast, lunch, high tea, dinner) - All safari activities with refreshments - Teas and Coffees.
Single rates on request.
Children of all ages welcome and allowed on all activities.
Where possible families will be allocated a private game vehicle.
Prices quoted are in South African Rand, and are inclusive of VAT.
Terms and Conditions are subject to change.

Long Hope Villa Rates Terms & Conditions:

Rates quoted are daily and include: - Exclusive-use of villa for maximum 6 guests only - All meals & Private chef - All game activities with a Private game vehicle and Personal ranger - House wines, local brand spirits and beers, soft drinks and bottled water - Laundry services - Teas and coffees - Park Levis and entrance fees - Tourism levies and VAT.
Salon treatments, additional activities, gratuities and retail purchases excluded.
Terms and Conditions are subject to change.

Please enquire about frequent special offers and available transfers.