Name: Gondwana Game Reserve
Address: R327 Heuningklip Farm, Herbertsdale, Mossel Bay, 6500, ZA

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2026

Jordan

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.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Sep 2025

Helen

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

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

11 Apr 2025

Marcus

Experience was great, our guide Anita was fantastic.

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2025

Thomas

Simply wonderful. We had an amazing guide, Greg (“The Postman”, because he always delivered!) who answered all our questions knowledgeably. He was simply exceptional and made our stay! A beautiful reserve, with many beautiful species. We had the three bedroom Lehele Villa and it was perfectly clean, and cleaned twice a day. We didn’t join for lunch but the breakfast and dinner menus had excellent vegan options. We particularly enjoyed the Vegan Eggs Florentine. Thank you so much, would love to visit again.

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

19 Sep 2024

Staffan

Amazing game reserve

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Aug 2024

Ahmad

Things

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

27 Jul 2024

Riyadh

Exellent resort

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

29 Aug 2023

rashid

محمية ولا اروع

محمية جميلة جدا
الاكل مقبول نوعا ما
الموظفين ممتازين
سائق سيارة السفاري محترم وذو خبرة

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 Jul 2023

Tanja

World Class Venue - please two things to be done

World Class place, front of house top drawer and the Guide we had Clavin was a perfect host - the variation of animals was stunning, the Lodge we had was out of a postcard movie BUT some very easy things would make it a 12/10 experience - we waited ridiculously for a drink when arriving and even longer for food - seldom have i paid so much for accommodation to be so so so so cold in the Lodge....just could not get it warm and people stayed in bed with a blanket on - insane and meant we did nto utilise the wonderful space on offer

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

04 May 2023

nourah

Late check in after 3 and the room wasn’t cleaned and room dining its take life time to arrive after 2 hours off ordering food even when they know i have kid with t me ! And its wasn’t safe place we have been sornden by elephants and we where in our car no one tell as instructions out informed us what to do we think its was safe place but really last day i was soooooo scared and I think elephants will attack my family we go speed in our car then when i ask for guidance for take us outside i realize that I should wait the elephants until they walk alone and go far .. so we got lucky!!!!!!

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

22 Mar 2023

Julie

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.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

04 Mar 2023

natalie

Exceptional!

Our first safari experience which was made especially fantastic by the staff and location. Special mention to Hennie our safari guide who went above and beyond to search for lions for us on tbe last day. An exceptional place doing exceptional work.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

29 Jan 2023

Innis

Best ever

It is an INCREDIBLE place! The staff are beyond professional and friendly!! It was the best ever holiday experience of this type. Do yourself a favour and just go! We stayed 5 days, I think 3-4 days are enough. Also go halfboard, slightly cheaper. Full board is just way too much food.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

11 Jan 2023

Ray

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

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Jan 2023

Verified traveler

Beautiful Reserve with great opportunities to spot animals. Game drives and our ranger superb. Service at the restaurant and the food quality mediocre at the best (orders missed, chaotic evening bbq, 1 hours wait to have a breakfast etc). This is not acceptable for the price we paid

This place has a huge potential if they get the issues with restaurant solved.

Friends_and_family Family

8/10

Excellent

26 Dec 2022

liezel

Overall wonderful experience. Staff was not overly friendly

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Dec 2022

Nicholas

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Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

25 Apr 2022

Oliver

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

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jan 2022

Philip

An amazing stay, beautiful surroundings, abundant game, lovely food and great service. Everyone went out of their way to accommodate us, especially with a young child. Megan was an awesome driver and guide, very patient and informative. Overall, a magical experience and we have been on 6 previous safaris, this was by far the best. Our only complaint was the lack of air conditioning or even fans in our villa. It made sleeping well impossible and should be addressed. They could not locate fans and it is a hot climate with few windows that would open. Doors could not be left open due to free roaming wildlife.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

22 Jul 2021

Verified traveler

A very nice place to spend time for a day or two watching the animals in the forest in addition to the calm and nature, the staff are very excellent, the best time to visit them is during the summer when the temperatures are moderate and enjoy watching the animals during that time and enjoy the game drive.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

18 Feb 2021

Axel

Awesome luxury Safari

Great game lodge that is in driving distance from Cape Town.
All big 5 can be seen free roaming at the reserve. Zebras were roaming right in front of our window one day. Incredible experience.
We had Henning as our guide and he tried to find all the animals for us on the game drives. Sadly we were out of luck to spot the 🦁.

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

01 Feb 2021

Kristel

Highly recommend!

Wow, I want to go back. Absolutely amazing place, people and service.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

27 Mar 2020

Steven

Two nights at Gondwana...A wonderful experience

We stayed in one of the Kwena huts which was very fitting as part of the game reserve experience. The hut was enclosed, so reasonably private, and overlooked two water holes.
We saw a group of Cape Buffalos wander down to one of the water holes, munching on the vegetation on route.
There were a three hour drive in the morning and evening. The reserve is vast but we saw plenty of wildlife thanks to our guide, Patrick’s, endeavours. Unfortunately, the lions were hiding on our drives, but others had seen them. Watching animals in their own free to wander environment was wonderful to see.
We spent two nights at the reserve and enjoyed every minute

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

14 Mar 2020

Val

What an incredible game drive and location. It is about 4 hours from Cape Town. The daily views are incredible. They have lots of animals and they go out of their way to show you all of them. The game drive staff are very knowledgeable and the game drives are very very interesting. Would highly recommend!!!

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Mar 2020

BAJ

Beautiful game reserve with lots of animals and wonderful fijnbos scenery. This is not \"a zoo\" where numerous cars cue for the elephant or lion, they have a clear policy about exclusivity and respect for the animals and environment. The Fijnbos cottage was luxurious and well equipped. Please note you can enjoy lunch at the restaurant on your day of arrival (check in at 14 pm) so don't grab something on your way to the lodge. Although the food and service at the restaurant is good, I expected a bit more. Several wines were not available, the braai at the cottage is rather limited in the choice of dishes and ingredients. However, our main reason for booking Gondwana was enjoying nature and wildlife and that was a promise they kept

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

04 Feb 2020

Sarah

Highlight of our trip. Staying in the kwena lodges is key. Beautiful setting, staff, and experience

Leisure Partner

2/10

Poor

07 Nov 2019

Verified traveler

The hotel and the staff were good except that they have lost one of our bags contains important personality such as a laptop. They moved our luggage to the room, so we reported to the front desk that one of our bags was missing. They said they checked with all the guests to see if they have the bag delivered to them by mistake, but as they told me they did not find anything. Also, they said they checked with the one who brought our luggage to the room but ignored seeing the missing bag. The staff started to blame the pervious hotel even we were sure that the bag was with us when we checked-in this hotel. The next morning, staff were concern about that issue, and they took a written statement about what happened. We then checked-out of the reserve and go from there sadly. About one hour later, they called me saying that they have found the bag. We were nearby and told the one who called me to meet him at the gate of the reserve despite the fact that he offered to meet us at the main road. When we go to the gate we found the bag with the security there. He did not know anything about the incident when we asked him how did they find the bag and how did such a thing happened. Unfortunately, they did not explain to us how did they find it. They did not even apologized for such a horrible action. I really recommend anyone who plan to stay in this reserve is to KEEP YOUR EYES ON YOUR STUFF. Also, if you are in romantic or relaxation time I suggest you to find another great reserves.

Leisure Partner

8/10

Excellent

12 Aug 2019

Verified traveler

The Gondwana Game Reserve is paradise and very suitable for family and/or couples.

Leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

13 May 2019

Verified traveler

The beehive bungalows are spacious and well appointed although the lighting in the bathroom could be brighter.
Staff are excellent especially Vital who is outstanding !
The food is delicious as well as plentiful and varied.
Game Ranger Lizanne was most knowledgeable and generous with her stops for photos.
The terrain is unusual for a Game Reserve in that the flora is a feast for the eyes.... anyone who has not seen South African wild flowers in bloom will be bowled over!

Friends_and_family Friends

10/10

Exceptional

12 May 2019

Verified traveler

Gondwana provided excellent guided safari's (two per day) with knowledgeable staff. Very relaxing when not on safari, since we could sit in front of our individual \"hut\" and admire the landscape. No distractions from TV!
Warning: Since lions prowl around the accommodation huts, do NOT venture outside once escorted to your hut. On our first night lions were present at the accommodation, which can be a bit scary, although no holiday makers have died at the resort to my knowledge.
Also, be warned that there is at least 4km of non-tarmac roads which are okay for 4 x 4s but require great care with normal cars. If you follow the sat nav then you add a further 5km of dirt roads!

Leisure Partner

10/10

Exceptional

26 Apr 2019

Verified traveler

We LOVE Gondwana. From check in, to the game drives, to our lodge and our WONDERFUL guide, Felix, and of course the animals, Gondwana blew expectations out of the park. Will definitely return. We had such a magical and unforgettable adventure. Our guide, Felix, was super knowledgeable and has an innate passion for animals. We loved everything about Gondwana!

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2019

luiz

the best

The best game reserve i have been to so far and i have been to many.
well worth it .Guides are fantastic and informative

Friends

10/10

Exceptional

03 Feb 2019

Verified traveler

There for just one night, so the drives were the priority. Excellent guide for both drives.

6/10

Pleasant

11 Apr 2018

John

beautiful villa's with 'commercial' animal viewing

Great place for relaxing in absolutely beautiful villa's. We got to see many animals in the 'wild'. It is rather small with the advantage you likely will see elephants, giraf, dino, etc. The presence of a power plant, fences, solar panels and the lights of MosselBay far away bothered me.

10/10

Exceptional

08 Apr 2018

Verified traveler

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!

6/10

Pleasant

22 Nov 2017

Verified traveler

Lovely game park & accommodation

Enjoyed the facilities & food. But disappointed with the viewing of animals. Didn't see some as it was too late to find them & others by the time we got to them it was too dark to photograph them.
Should be taken to see the big 5 first & miscellaneous ones later if time permits. Also we were not advised about the conservation levy until we were checking out. This should be stated at the time of booking that it is an additional charge.

10/10

Exceptional

07 Oct 2017

Kerry

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.

10/10

Exceptional

29 May 2017

Nora

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.

10/10

Exceptional

22 Apr 2017

Verified traveler

Great safari experience

For safari lovers I would recommendtwo nights .. expensive but great .. the atmosphere is unique and staff are excellent.. food is good .. rooms has some insects but this is safari.. the games are good but number of animals was slightly less than I expected but still amazing

10/10

Exceptional

31 Mar 2017

Dave

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.

8/10

Excellent

09 Mar 2017

Verified traveler

Very unique experience.

Very classy and cool spot, only compliant was lack of active options onsite. We got a little cramped after two days.

10/10

Exceptional

17 Jan 2017

David

Very high quality facilities and accommodation

We have been on many Game Reserves and this one certainly had the opportunity to be the best of all.
The lodge facilities and room were the best we have ever experienced. New facilities, great quality fittings, and outstanding in every way.
The only let down was the quality of the food. Not as good as it should have been for a facility of this quality.
#Staff were lovely and wildlife happy to turn out and be photographed.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

05 Dec 2016

peter

rustic but comfortable.

game park was great and Delicious, our guide, was very knowledgeable

10/10

Exceptional

08 Sep 2016

Pieter

Gondwana Bliss

We wanted to visit a game reserve but we didn't want to travel too far so we decided to search for a local western cape game reserve. We found Gondwana Game Reserve and wow what a experience. From being greeted at gate one till we left we enjoyed every minute. It's still good to see there are people taking their jobs very serious and going the extra mile for their guests. The game drives were just amazing and very informative (thank you Delicious!). I will highly recommend Gondwana Game Reserve and we hope to be back soon...

Partner

8/10

Excellent

19 Aug 2016

Maissa

Great safari experience catering to families

The Gondwana game reserve was such a great experience it surpassed all expectations we collectively had as a family. The location made us feel completely isolated in the wilderness as true a simulation to being somewhere in the wild. The landscape, the flora the beauty was surreal. Though we stayed for three nights I feel that two would be sufficient as you could easily fit in a few game drives. The kids got slightly bored in between as there was no cable TV but you could rent DVDs (not the best selection available unfortunately) and find other means to pass the time such as short walks in the fenced areas. We stayed at the Sunset Ridge Lodges which was a good distance away from the main reception area and was a bit laborious getting to and fro especially at night. The lodge we had was very large and would be more suited to a party of 8 and was very well equipped with all mod cons though the furnishings and decor was not to my taste. The food was very good and staff were all wonderful and attentive. The highlight of our time though would have to be our Ranger, Eugene. We learnt so much from our drives together and he has such a wonderful way with children and adults. His passion for his work is so evident and we were very fortunate to have him as our Ranger.

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2016

Verified traveler

wow!!

luxury meets nature perfectly

Family

6/10

Pleasant

29 Mar 2016

Stephanus

Excellent staff, food not up to scratch.

The room was comfortable enough with a good setting. The staff was excellent and very welcoming. The dinner was below par and much worse than what we are used to when paying such premium rates for accommodation. Ordered the sirloin steak. Steak was smaller than the palm of my hand and senewey.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2016

Mr W F B

Excellent

Excellent service from all the staff. The game drive with our ranger 'Forget' was excellent and he has a wonderful sense of humor. First class interaction with guests and very knowledgeable.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

15 Dec 2015

Mandy

Almost perfect ...

Wonderful place with amazing staff - ranger/guide Kilmany was so warm, friendly & knowledgeable and all the support staff so helpful. Only one issue as the Kwena huts / lodges are sold as an adult area it was VERY disappointing to have lots of kids / families in the restaurant for all meals. If this has to be so then areas should be designated for families - there is lots of space so couples can enjoy their meals in peace & quiet.

Partner

8/10

Excellent

28 Jul 2015

Chris

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.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2015

Verified traveler

Great family weekend, beautiful

Family

10/10

Exceptional

24 Jul 2015

Verified traveler

Had a great time

Family

10/10

Exceptional

20 Jul 2015

Verified traveler

Great night away

Had a great time, the only problem we had was there was something wrong with our fire place, we got smoked out. Then only found the heater when we were leaving. But beautiful setting and awesome rooms.

Family

10/10

Exceptional

23 Apr 2015

Verified traveler

Luxury safari in stunning landscape

Luxury room , active staff , nice safari

But terrible dinner

10/10

Exceptional

21 Mar 2015

Verified traveler

excellent game viewing

wonderful would definitely recommend. beautiful big villa and good game viewing. Great front of house, Kai, deserves special mention as his professionality and courtesy bought a personal touch as Gondwana is massive. 200 people were staying in the reserve when we were there but rangers kept the drives separate so we were not aware of others. Saw lions, hippo, elephants, rhino and giraffe in first game drive. Excellent food as well!

Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2015

Allan

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.

10/10

Exceptional

06 May 2014

Cilla and Dave

Accom excellent facilities gt staff very helpful

We had the time of our lives. It was a great experience, a little scary on Game Drives at times, especially at night and have recommended it to family and friends.

10/10

Exceptional

10 Apr 2014

Pavel

Simply amazing

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

Family

10/10

Exceptional

31 May 2026

Raissa

Simplesmente nada a reclamar!! Passamos dois dias incríveis, comida boa, atendimento de excelência! As instalações são incríveis e o Safari maravilhoso! Gostaria muito de voltar um dia.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

10 Mar 2026

Laurin

Anlage sehr schön

Family

10/10

Exceptional

26 Jan 2026

Oskar

Our house with a private pool was just amazing

Friends_and_family Family

6/10

Pleasant

17 Jan 2026

Jacobus

Kamer: kluis werkte niet, tot twee keer toe stroomuitval, een dag kamer niet schoon gemaakt, een avond een slaapkamer vol vliegende mieren?muggen? doordat de housekeeping de gordijnen niet goed had gesloten en ze door de kieren van de ramen naar binnen kwamen.
Personeel niet altijd heel vriendelijk.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

07 Jan 2026

rita de cassia m

Casa maravilhosa, os animais visitam a casa, experiência maravilhosa para quem quer voltar do jantar no Lodge e cruzar com girafas no caminho de sua casa. Safari otimo. Tudo perfeito.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 Sep 2025

Gabriel Marek

Schönes Hotel im Reservat. Sehr schöne und spannende Safaris bei denen man einiges zu den Tieren erzählt bekommt. Die Guides sind auch super drauf und es hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

17 May 2025

Sebastian

We stayed at Gondwana Game Reserve three nights at Lehele Villas....and it was GREAT.
In particular our guide, we luckily got assigned, Sonny, made all game drivers special. No Rushy No Hurry, Patience, and endless knowledge sharing !

Thank You Sonny !!!!!!!

...and of course the entire team makes it so easily to feel welcomed and cared.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

02 Mar 2025

Elke

Hervorragend

Sehr schöner Aufenthalt, hervorragendes Essen, guter Service, die Kwena Suites sind sehr komfortabel; die Game Drives waren super, Guide Stan war klasse, hat uns alle Big5 und noch vieles mehr gezeigt und erklärt

Partner

8/10

Excellent

17 Jan 2025

Andreas

Wir waren zwei Nächte in der Lodge. Es war das zentrale Erlebnis unserer Südafrikareise. Wunderschön fanden wir unsere Unterkunft in einer der Kwena-Villen. Die Ranger, mit denen wir die vier Ausfahrten gemacht haben, waren absolut super und wir haben die big five fast alle gesehen. Auf jeden Fall empfehlenswert. Nicht so toll fanden wir das all - inklusive Essen. Da gibt man sich leider nicht so viel Mühe, wie es für so eine teure, tolle Lodge angemessen wäre, sowohl bei der Vielfalt der Auswahl als auch bei der Qualität. Eher mittelmäßiger Mainstream. Unser Sohn bekam vom Essen Magen-Darm mit Fieber. Das Personal, das wir um Hilfe baten war sehr bemüht uns zu helfen. Allerdings kein Arzt weit und breit. Das Team in der Rezeption wirkte bei Ankunft und Abreise unmotiviert und desinteressiert. Die Liegeplätze am Pool sind zu wenige, es war überfüllt.

Leisure Family

10/10

Exceptional

09 Jan 2025

Walter

Sensationelle Erfahrung - rundum

Perfekt organisiert, sicher, sehr schönes Zimmer (Kwena), nettes Team, super Pirschfahrten, alles gesehen, was es zu sehen gibt.
Besonderer Dank an Therine - unsere Fahrerin und perfekter Guide!

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

24 May 2024

René

Wunderbare Unterkunft

Wunderbare Unterkunft mit sehr schönen Safaris und sehr gutem Essen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

23 May 2024

René

Wunderbare Unterkunft

Wunderbare Unterkunft mit sehr schönen Safaris und sehr gutem Essen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

30 Jan 2024

GUNNAR

Allt var toppen

Leisure Friends

10/10

Exceptional

30 Dec 2023

henrik

3 dygn på Gondwana

Väldigt bra helhetligt.
Mycket bra boende -stort -rent -exklusivt.
Bra Safari med massa djur, Fantastikt guide(Corleah).
Generellt prisvärt.
Vi var mindre nöjda med maten och service i restaurangen.

Partner

10/10

Exceptional

20 Oct 2023

Thomas

Unser Aufenthalt war großartig. Villa mit allem Komfort, das Essen, die Game drives , kurz gesagt….die ganze Organisation von A-Z.
Das Gamereserve ist eine ganz klare Empfehlung.

Man kann esswirklich nicht beschreibe . Man muss es erlebt haben.

Friends_and_family Family

10/10

Exceptional

13 Jul 2023

Waka

Warm and kind hospitality, natural surrounded with nice air and animals and plants, so relaxed, we think about our one earth. Thank you very much!!
One thing that we felt difficult was that everyday hot water was not enough and we, including small children were really cold as we visited in winter; if it were summer, maybe no problem.

Business_and_leisure Family_with_children

10/10

Exceptional

03 May 2023

Icaro

Excelente

Tudo excelente. Os safaris são muito bons, conseguimos ver vários animais. Mais até do que esperava. Desde grupos de herbívoros, até a leões comendo um impala que tinham acabado de caçar.
A reserva é muito bonita.
As acomodações são amplas e bem confortáveis. Tudo estava funcionando adequadamente.
A comida servida também é muito boa.
Gostei bastante.

Partner