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Wildlife, Game Drives, Safari, Self Drive, Walking, Culture, Honeymoon, Country Lodge, Conference Facility, Photography, Birding, Cuisine, Spa, Mountain Biking, Day Tour, Swimming Pool, Malaria Free, Price Range - Southern Africa: $200 - $400, Child Friendly
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Enjoy the broad canvas on which nature has painted in this area... the tranquil valley bushveld... the world famous golden beaches of the Sunshine Coast... The great grey giants of the Addo Elephant National Park... the majestic mountains of the Zuurberg range and the sweetly scented orange orchards of the Sundays River Valley.

River Bend Country Lodge is an ideal place from which to explore the surrounding settler country including the enchanting old cathedral city of Grahamstown and the quaint village of Bathurst.

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. 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). Dating back to the early 1900's, LONG HOPE VILLA is 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. (sleeps a maximum of six). Long Hope Villa makes an ideal safari destination for families or small groups. Your private game ranger will ensure you have a truly memorable and personal wildlife experience! Our experienced in-house Beauty Therapist will revitalize and refresh your body, mind and soul. The River Bend Vitality Studio offers a range of treatments making use of world renowned Dermalogica. Treatments are arranged at your convenience in the Vitality Studio or in the privacy of your suite. Choose from a selection of pampering treatments such as Facials, Body Treatments, Pedicures & manicures, Reflexology, Waxing.

Things to do and places to explore, close by...
- Elephant back safari and inter-action
- Addo Elephant National Park (1km)
- Big game viewing at Shamwari. (50 km)
- Game drives Scotia (40 km)
- Mountain walks and trails in the Zuurburg Mountains
- Historical and Cultural Settler Country tours
- Kirkwood Orange farms and orchards (10km)
- Bushman paintings and rock art.
- Garden tours
- The Cathedral Town of Grahamstown (80 km)