Gondwana Game Reserve

The award winning, 5 Star Kwena Lodge is a modern and luxurious twist on the traditional Khoi-San dwelling. Each of the 14 open-plan suites is nestled into its spectacular natural surroundings with 180-degree views.

The spacious facilities include a large infinity swimming pool, chic open-plan lounge and bar, an elegant indoor and outdoor dining rooms and a separate Tented Bush Spa which offers a full treatment menu utilizing the luxurious Africology product range.

Sunset Ridge
Centrally located, closest to Lehele Lodge,  this North West facing area provides fabulous sunset views year round. The 115 hectare deterrent fenced area has homesites enjoying a 10 000m2 exclusive use area around them.

Red Rocks Valley & Milkwood Valley fall within the greater predator free walking area, which is a 1 000 Ha game fenced area with endangered species roaming free. Each homesite also enjoys a 10 000m2 exclusive use area.

Mountain Ridge is a 65 hectare north facing area fenced with an out of sight deterrent fence and homesites also enjoy 10 000m2 exclusive use area each.

Kwena Villas, is an area just a stone’s throw from the 5 Star Kwena Lodge and enjoys homes somewhat closer together as the ridgeline lies.  Some Kwena Villa homes are in the hotel rental pool.  A smaller exclusive use area (2500m2) surrounds the homes

The Gondwana Conservation Foundation (GCF) has been established as a non-profit organization to contribute to the conservation of South Africa’s threatened and endangered wildlife and vegetation relevant to the Southern Cape through active management, training and skills development of the local people. The Southern Cape of South Africa is home to one of the most critically endangered vegetation types on earth (Fynbos) and has a high unemployment rate within the region.

The foundation currently has three active projects:

• Conservation Education.
• Rainbow Rhino Initiative
• Conservation of Critically Endangered Fynbos

THERE ARE 5 RESIDENTIAL AREAS WITHIN THE RESERVE LOCATED SEVERAL KILOMETRES APART

• Housing areas are fenced for safety and freedom of movement and inhabited with plains game within the 11 000 hectare (27000 acre) reserve.
• Fynbos Villas lies adjacent to the tourism lodge
• Red Rocks Valley and Milkwood Valley are located within the 1000 hectare fenced endangered species walking area, which allows for the most freedom of movement from your doorstep.
• Each home site or plot is surrounded by ample undeveloped land allowing for spectacular views of wildlife, nature and the Outeniqua Mountains.
• Each North facing home site is situated within an allocated exclusive use area.
• Each home site is placed discretely into the landscape for minimal visual impact to the surroundings.
• Gondwana is one of the lowest density developments in South Africa – its development density is less .027% of the total land.

The Reserve

The vastness of the game reserve, coupled with the area’s excellent climate and terrain, make the land well suited to multiple species of game, more than many of the reserves in the drier areas of Southern Africa. This makes game viewing exciting and plentiful and the scenery especially beautiful and picturesque in its uniqueness. This incredible combination of fynbos and grass plains draws unique birdlife as well as mammals. An abundance of Protea and other wildflowers provide year-round enjoyment with spectacular colour and scent display. The Outeniqua and Langeberg mountain Ranges overlook the reserve from the north, east and west, providing spectacular settings for wildlife and flora photography as well as breath taking sunset views

The architectural style of the homes is natural and African with thatched roofs and modern elements. The homes are built with Safari type living in mind, folding windowed doors for a spacious indoor-outdoor living.  Each North facing homesite is surrounded by ample undeveloped land allowing for spectacular views of wildlife, nature and the Outeniqua Mountains.  Home owners can build a bush home of their choosing within the architectural guidelines provided in order to best marry the architecture to the surroundings.

ARCHITECTURAL ELEMENTS:

• The home sites are situated within a 1 hectare (2.5 acre) exclusive use area and placed discretely into the landscape for minimal visual impact to the surroundings.
• Open plan living design with double volume, open thatch lounge and dining area anchored by fireplace
• Floor to ceiling folding and sliding glass doors and windows to create open and airy space
• Outdoor wooden decks with covered outdoor lounge areas and built-in barbeque areas
• Gondwana’s interior style is modern, organic, African and naturally luxurious. 
   

Plot Ownership Details

• Free hold title ownership of Resort Zone II property
• All home sites are serviced with 2×4 road access, Eskom electricity, potable water and refuse collection from pick up points.
• Secure Environment: 2.4 meter electric perimeter game fencing with 24 hour manned security at entrance and exit gate
• Monthly levy (please enquire).

AMENITIES & SERVICES

• Owners have traversing rights and access to the reserve. This vehicle access in a private game reserve is a rare owner privilege. 
• Home owners attend a game viewing information course to learn how to approach big game in a vehicle and learn sighting and radio protocols and 4x4 driving skills.
• Extensive 4×4 game drive routes and 2x4 access roads
• 1000 hectare (2400 acre) protected endangered species are area with demarcated trail network for hiking. Fynbos walks, birding, fishing, picnics sites and viewing hides also available.
• Expert Field Guides and Game Viewers – Guided walking, driving, Fynbos & birding safaris.
• The reserve is easily accessible through George Domestic Airport, a 45-minute drive from the reserve (transfers can be arranged with the hotel) with daily flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town International airports.
  
   

Experience Africa’s wildlife in a Cape Fynbos environment; a truly unique safari experience.  Home owners enjoy exhilarating animal encounters on game drive as well as intimate visits on their doorstep which are always so special and provide lasting memories.  Gondwana Game Reserve is inhabited by indigenous fauna and flora as well as Big 5 game such as elephant, Cape buffalo, Lion and hippo as well as herds of animals including impala, giraffe, zebra and eland to name a few. Over 15 species of antelope can be found on the reserve including kudu, eland, bontebok, waterbuck, sable, grey reebok and many more. Gondwana is home to 18 carnivore species ranging from the small grey mongoose and small-spotted genet to medium-sized species such as the caracal and bat-eared fox, to the very large and powerful lion.  Gondwana contains a 1000 ha protected area for endangered and specialty species such Bontebok, Cape Mountain Zebra and sable. Guests can also enjoy informative Fynbos walks with their field guide and discover endemic birdlife that occurs nowhere else in the world, such as the Black Harrier and Orange Breasted Sunbird.

Lehele Lodge offers a contemporary, architectural, and elegant space for a cosy fire warmed dinner experience, a leisurely dip in the infinity pool with jaw dropping views. 
With its cool organic style and warm African flavours, Lehele Lodge interior is inviting and classic. The expansive outdoor areas include an infinity pool, boma deck area, and ample outdoor seating for meals and sundowners. The facility offers all modern conveniences such as wireless Internet access, cellular reception, built-in sound system and multi-media capabilities.