Indlovu River Lodge, Shawu Chalet

Description from the owner

HOME OF THE BIG 5.

SHAWU is one of three chalets that forms part of Indlovu River Lodge. This chalet was named after an legendary elephant bull. His left tusk measured 105 - 317 cm from base to tip, the longest ever measured in the Kruger Park and the sixth longest measured in Africa.

The chalet that bears his name sleeps four in two double en-suite bedrooms and is attached to a hall incorporating a bar, dining room and lounge. Adjacent to the main building are another two double en-suite chalets - all forming part of Shawu. Guests can also make use of the on-site gym. Shawu is surrounded by beautiful indigenous gardens which m...akes this n birdwatching paradise. We are home to 300 birds.

A boma, gazebo on the riverbank and private swimming pool ensures an unforgettable stay. Shawu set amongst the dappled shade of 500 year old Ebony and Jackelberry trees, along the banks of the Kuvenyame river.

The emphasis is on space, light and privacy while blurring the barrier between inside and out a seamless integration with nature is achieved with large doors and windows all opening directly onto the garden and river.

Here guests spend lazy afternoons on their decks, sundowners in hand as they observe wildlife drawn to the Kuvenyame River.Read more

Additional Location Information

Indlovu River Lodge is located on the banks of the Kuvjename' River in the heart of the 9000ha Karongwe Private Nature Reserve, home of the big five.

From the unsurpassed peace of the chalet, from the cool oasis of your private pool, you will sit and be exhilarated by the timeless sights, sounds and sensations of Africa.

Shingwedzi, Shawu and Kambaku offer unique privacy...

Additional notes from owner

ZAR60.00 Gate Fee p.p./once off

What Past Guests Are Saying

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• Ralf
  Joburg

  Paradise like stay

  Left on 02/15/2012 for a stay in February 2012
  
  

  It was our third stay at Indlovu River Lodge.
  We enjoyed to be far away from the noise of
  Joburg and enjoyed every moment in the Karongwe game reserve.
  Johnty and John are very entertaining guides.
  While you are out on the drive, the good souls take care of the dishes, etc.
  What a paradise. Oh, we wished it was a bit closer to Joburg though.

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  Recommended for: Travelers, Romantic, Luxury, Families

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• Silvester family
  Cape Town

  Wonderful family expereince

  Left on 10/19/2011 for a stay in April 2011
  
  

  Beautiful accommodation with stunning views looking out over a river, with a very personal feeling to the place.
  Very friendly rangers who clearly knew what they were talking about.
  Large variety of animals, with especially good cheetah and lion sightings.
  Rare to see other vehicles on the road, it was as if we were the only ones there.
  Plenty for chidlren to do at the lodge with a great pool, aviary and a look out deck in an enclosed area where they can roam without being in danger.
  

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• Great Karoo farmer
  Farm Prinshof. Sutherland District. N/Cape

  Absolute fantastic and "Food for your soul"

  Left on 08/18/2011 for a stay in April 2010
  
  

  It was a wonderful weekend with the family, we enjoyed the gamedrives and the stay in Shawu Chalet excellent. This was a super weekend and not to forget!!!

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• Swanepoel Family
  Somerset West, Western Cape

  A real big five experiance

  Left on 08/04/2011 for a stay in July 2011
  
  

  We visited Indlovu river lodge and stayed in the Shawu chalet from 1 to 7 July 2011. One of the best weeks we had in a long long time.The Shawu Chalet is great for a extended family, sleeps up to 8! Space there are plenty of, even to play the odd cricket match! We had the most amazing animal sightings. We spotted all of the big five in the first three days of our stay. Then the were the birds, the calling of the Fish Eagle with our sundowners at "croc dam" the hippos and many other wonderfull encounters with true nature. Trees there are plenty of, standing tall for a hundred years or more...Precious family time was spent in the evening around a "real" bushfire where we could reflect on the day that has past. A day closer to our next visit. " we WIL be back"

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  Recommended for: Travelers, Friends, Groups, Tourists, Families w teenagers, Romantic, Disabilities, Luxury, Families w children, Rugged, Singles

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