Founders Lodge
Founders Lodge is a celebration of essential beginnings in sustainable tourism, culture, conservation, and community inclusion. The wildlife safari lodge, featuring 7 suites and the exclusive-use Founders Railway Carriage, is located in the Eastern Cape of South Africa, just one hour from Gqerberha. Founders offers a safari experience with a flair of romance for couples, and an intimate social environment for families and friends travelling together.
Why stay here?
Because every stay is a piece of history. With just six suites, Founders Lodge offers intimate luxury rooted in Adrian Gardiner’s conservation legacy. Guests enjoy world-class game viewing alongside heritage experiences that reveal the story of how South Africa’s wild spaces were restored.
Property Facilities
- Big 5 Safari on Shamwari Game Reserve
- Family friendly
- Malaria-free
Room Facilities
- Founders Railway Carriage
- 7 suites at the Main Lodge
Available Services
- Bird watching
- Photography hide
- Nature walks
- Bear Grylls Survival Academy for kids
Activities on Site
- Big 5
- Bird watching
- Nature walks
- Rhino monitoring
- Bear Grylls Survival Academy for kids









