Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

4.0 star property
Beach lodge with outdoor pool

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Property entrance
Balcony
Property grounds
Outdoor pool
Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$86
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept

Explore the area

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Schafli Road, Great Kei, Eastern Cape, 5259
  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Cintsa Beach
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • East London (ELS)
    ‪55 min drive‬

Room options

Valley Camp Safari Tent

Highlights

Balcony
Fridge
Private bathroom
Separate bath and shower
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Umnenga Lodge - Twin Room (7)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds

Umnenga Lodge - Double Room (8)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

Umnenga Lodge - Suite with Spa Bath (9)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Bush Camp Safari Tent

Highlights

Balcony
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed

About the area

Chintsa

At Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club. Highlights at this beach lodge include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Sunset Lapa, serves Regional cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the lodge's own lounge bar. Enjoy access to a wildlife and game drive, rowing/canoeing and mountain biking. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of an airport shuttle. .With a stay at this 4-property class Great Kei lodge, you'll be 3 km (1.9 mi) from Emerald Vale Brewery and 4.4 km (2.7 mi) from Cintsa Beach.

What's nearby

  • Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Cintsa Beach - 7 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Emerald Vale Brewery - 9 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Bonza Bay Beach - 37 min drive - 32.6 km

Getting around

  • East London (ELS) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪blue goose cafe - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Sandbar Restaurant - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Cypress Dale - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Tea In The Trees - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Chintsa Bay Restaurant - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

Beach lodge with outdoor pool
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. There are 2 meeting rooms available. A round-trip airport shuttle and an area shuttle are available for a fee. An outdoor pool, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Great Kei lodge is smoke free.

  • 12 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Self-service laundry
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve offers 12 accommodations with a safe and coffee/tea makers. This Great Kei lodge provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Cots/infant beds (surcharge) are also available. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Return airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Area shuttle (surcharge)
  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Emthombeni
  • Sunset Lapa

Things to do

  • Game drive
  • Mountain biking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rowing/canoeing

Family friendly

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 2 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 5 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
This property is located 3.7 miles (6 km) from the entrance of Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve. Check-in is based at 2 different locations. Guests booked in Umnenga Lodge rooms should check in at Umnenga Lodge; lodge accommodations are located outside the Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve and close to the beach. Guests booked in Bush Camp and Valley Camp rooms should check in at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve; Bush and Valley Camp accommodations are located on the Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve.

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Cots (infant beds) are available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, debit cards and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 7 AM to 5 PM
  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.

National rating

Quality graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organisation.

Property is also known as

Inkwenkwezi
Inkwenkwezi Game Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Chintsa East
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Great Kei
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Inkwenkwezi Reserve
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Lodge Chintsa
Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve Chintsa
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

As of 10 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve on 16 Sept 2025 start from AU$85.81, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yep, Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

The closest beach to Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is Cintsa Beach (7.7 km).

Does Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve have a pool?

Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve has an outdoor pool. The pool is open 7 AM to 5 PM.

Is Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as cots/infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

No, but there's an airport shuttle for a fee.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

No, pets and service animals are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at Inkwenkwezi Private Game Reserve?

There isn't one on site, but Olivewood Private Estate & Golf Club is a short 9-minute walk away.