Lodge
Kwandwe Ecca Lodge
About the lodge
An overview of Kwandwe Ecca Lodge.
In the heart of the Kwandwe Private Game Reserve lies the Ecca Lodge, overlooking the exquisite landscape, best enjoyed by the main guest area. Families of up to four will appreciate the versatility of a Family Suite at Ecca Lodge, which includes a private safari vehicle.
Highlights
- Luxurious accommodation
- Viewing deck in the main area
- Exceptional privacy with well-spaced suites
- Two game drives daily
- Family-friendly
You Should Know
Children of all ages are welcome. Child-minding services are available upon request.
The lodge is fenced and patrolled for safety.
The Details
Accommodation
With only six suites, three designed for families, the lodge is intimate, laid-back, and stylish, featuring decor inspired by the natural textures of the African bush. The double suites accommodate two adults each, while the family suites accommodate two adults and two children (under 16 years, on day beds in the lounge). Family suites also come with a private vehicle and ranger. All rooms feature private plunge pools and outdoor showers, enhancing the connection to nature.
Activities
Guests at Ecca Lodge can partake in twice-daily game drives, nature walks, and big game walking safaris. Those staying in family suites are provided with a private guide and vehicle. The Den at the lodge is well-equipped to entertain children for hours, and a shared lodge pool offers a perfect spot for communal enjoyment.
Price Includes
Accommodation, all meals and drinks, safari activities
The same as booking direct
Rates and pricing.
Per person sharing, per night. Final pricing depends on dates, room category and party size.
Valid until 30 Apr 2027
Why book through us
You pay the lodge's rate, never a markup. What you get on top is a specialist who knows Kwandwe Ecca Lodge personally, looks after every detail of the trip, and stays reachable on WhatsApp from the moment you enquire to the day you come home.
By season
Green season
1 May 2026 – 30 Sept 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, twice-daily game drives incl refreshments and snacks, big game walking experiences, round trip transfers from the reserve’s airstrip
Special offer
R 14 340
Normally R 17 930
Shoulder
1 Oct 2026 – 31 Oct 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, twice-daily game drives incl refreshments and snacks, big game walking experiences, round trip transfers from the reserve’s airstrip
R 26 180
Shoulder
1 Nov 2026 – 15 Dec 2026
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, twice-daily game drives incl refreshments and snacks, big game walking experiences, round trip transfers from the reserve’s airstrip
Special offer
R 20 940
Normally R 26 180
Festive
16 Dec 2026 – 30 Apr 2027
All Inclusive - All meals, selected beverages, twice-daily game drives incl refreshments and snacks, big game walking experiences, round trip transfers from the reserve’s airstrip
R 26 180
Rates are per person sharing, per night. A single supplement may apply for solo travellers. We offer a price match guarantee, just ask your safari specialist.
Exclusive offer
Already reflected in the rates above.
The reduced rates shown in the table apply for the periods listed. Here is what is running and why.
Stay & Pay
Enjoy 20% off when you stay 4 nights or more between 1 May to 30 September 2026, OR stay 3 nights or more from 1 November to 15 December 2026
Honeymoon
Honeymooners enjoy 50% off for one partner. Included in every honeymoon stay is a romantic arrival box filled with pampering treats, a romantic turndown with sparkling wine and an in-room wellness treatment voucher. Available all year | Min 3-night stay | Valid within 1 year of marriage
Family policies
Travelling with children.
What our safari specialists know about bringing children to Kwandwe Ecca Lodge: minimum ages, activities, family rooms and child rates, current as of May 2026. They plan family trips here all the time, so anything below that needs arranging, they will sort. For the bigger picture, see our guide to safari with children .
Minimum ages
- Stay
- All ages
- Game drives
- All ages
- Walking safari
- 12+
Programmes & care
Kids' programme
Babysitting available
Accommodation
Family unit available.
Child rates
Children of all ages welcome. Child rates apply until age 12; ages 0–2 stay free. Families with children under 12 are accommodated only in the family. Private Vehicle Suites (max 2 adults + 2 children). Specific rates on enquiry.
Notable exceptions
- Ecca is the family-friendly lodge within Kwandwe (sister lodge Great Fish River Lodge has a minimum age of 12). Children under 12 are not permitted on shared safari activities — families with under-12s must book one of the three Family. Private Vehicle Suites, which include a dedicated private vehicle, ranger and tracker as standard. Walking / nature walks require age 12+; big game tracking on foot requires age 16+. Cots with mosquito nets provided for ages 0–2; children 3–16 sleep on single beds (sources describe the family-suite cap as 'under 12', others as 'up to 16' — this reflects the child-rate threshold versus the sleeping arrangement). High chairs and pool nets available in family suites. Babysitting by first-aid-trained child-minders is complimentary but must be pre-booked.
Imagery
A closer look.
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Speak to a safari specialist
Plan your dream safari at Kwandwe Ecca Lodge.
From your first enquiry to the day you come home, one named safari specialist looks after every detail. We can handle the whole trip, not just the stay at Kwandwe Ecca Lodge: multi-country itineraries, internal flights, road transfers, tipping guidance, travel insurance, the lot. A safari specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours.
Ready when you are
Let's design your stay.
Your specialist will be in touch within as little as 15 minutes during working hours with availability, exact pricing, and suggestions for what to combine it with.