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RIVER BEND LODGE
THE ROOM'S
THE CUISINE
Flanked by the Zuurberg Mountains, the River Bend Lodge is situated within the private Nyati concession area of the Addo Elephant National Park in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. Comprising some 17 000 hectares of unspoilt malaria-free African bushveld which is home to Africa’s Big Five, River Bend Lodge embraces five natural biomes and the variety in the flora and fauna found here is extremely diverse.
At the River Bend Lodge, you can watch herds of Elephants feeding a short distance away, listen to the songs of some 250 bird species, enjoy a personalized game drive into the nearby mountains and discover varying vegetation from thick forested valleys, open savannah plains to hillsides rich in Fynbos.
At River Bend Lodge, a small number of individual suites, all of which are tastefully designed, invite you to relax and enjoy incredible tranquillity and privacy - a haven, worlds away from the crowds of modern life. Nestled around beautifully landscaped gardens, the spacious suites at the River Bend Lodge provide endless views of untamed Africa. From the suite, a short stroll along a scenic garden path will take you to the lounge and dining areas. Guests are able to relax at the poolside, enjoy a late afternoon high tea on the terrace, or sip a cocktail in the Polo Bar.
All the suites at River Bend Lodge are air conditioned and equipped with ceiling fans, electronic safes, mini bar, satellite TV, hair dryer and bathroom on suite with bath and shower.
The cuisine which is served at the River Bend Lodge in the Addo Elephant National Park is a perfect blend of traditional old world food and Pan-African world fusion. Matched with the finest wines, dining at the River Bend Lodge is a gastronomic experience in a beautiful setting.
The Addo Elephant National Park is a refuge to elephants and stretches from the mountains to the sea and is home to the Big 5. Of the 5 different biomes, which are found at the Addo Elephant Park, each sustains different herbivores resulting in a wide range of game viewing experiences.