Nothing

Wonderful spacious 3-bed lodge perfect for our family. Game drives were close to a full safari experience. They kindly arranged a guide just for the 6 of us as we had small children with us (5 & 2). Food excellent including a delivery to your lodge option which was great after a tiring day. Saw nearly all bid 5 plus a cheetah.

Stayed in April 2024

Hairdryer had a short cord, difficult to stretch to the mirror. I requested a twin room, which when we arrived was a king bed. The numbers for the huts need to be highlighted in another colour, difficult to see, no handrails for people with difficulties with stairs

Food was good, although somethings on the printed menu were unavailable

Stayed in March 2024

Nothing.

Fantastic location with great staff.

Stayed in April 2024

Details like non operational TV and non-existing sun beds in a luxury home made me hesitate.

The overall experience and impression. The staff and the guides. The park and the animals.

Stayed in February 2024

Can't think of a thing!

From the moment you arrive here, you are treated like royalty. The check-in is slick and informative and you are given a clear itinerary for your stay. The facilities are beautiful and the restaurant area is really stylish, which is good, because the food is totally excellent and it fits in well! We travelled with two teenagers and the staff made sure they were happy as well. The game drives were lovely and our guide (Collin) was informative and good fun. He really made the trips interesting and he had really good knowledge. We had a bush villa and it was well appointed and beautifully situated, there was a nightly turn-down service and a good choice of coffee, tea etc on hand. The booklet you get on check in with the species lists is very useful and our teens loved filling it in. An added bonus here is that you drive yourself to and from the main lodge, which gives you a chance for an extra game drive each way. We saw quite a lot just getting too and from the main lodge.

Stayed in March 2024

Very cold in bad weather

Our guide Colman was exceptional. All the staff very good and helpful

Stayed in March 2024

There wasn't aircon in our villa and there was a huge surge in heat to 40 degrees! We melted! However, I do know that many of the villas do have aircon.

Tracy our driver and the safari - it was all a spectacular experience.

Stayed in February 2024

Not having a game drive vehicle with a top canopy cover to provide some shelter from the elements. We were told the ones with covers were all in use and it was raining so not pleasant despite having a rain poncho provided

Everything 😊

Stayed in February 2024

The service was very personal and welcoming. We were met with genuine kindness.

Stayed in January 2024

The Eco Camp is a bit too far from reception.

Staff were kind and supportive, game drive was awesome, good food.

Stayed in February 2024

The breakfast and dinner options could’ve been more varied or included a daily special - I imagine it would get quite repetitive after a few days. It wasn’t possible to book a treatment at the spa which was a shame. I would suggest trying to book in at least one month in advance. This isn’t a negative for the hotel necessarily but be aware that this is approximately a five hour drive from Cape Town.

We loved our two night stay at Gondwana. The game drives were great and in particular, our guide Jaym was so knowledgeable and passionate about the animals. The swimming pool is a lovely area to chill after a morning game drive - we spotted buffalo and zebra from the pool. Portion sizes were generous. We loved our room!

Stayed in February 2024

Wonderful employees, so friendly and knowledgeable! The food was fantastic and the camps and tents in the Eco-Camp and Pioneer Trail absolutely stunning! Such a shame the Pioneer Trail is closing, it was the perfect mix between activities of hiking and game drives where we got to see all animals we had on our list including the big 5!

Stayed in January 2024

Loved it all!

Amazing level of service from all staff. The guides, Corlea and Abi in particular, were incredible. Given plenty of time on the game drives to ask questions and see plenty of animals regardless of the weather. Sundowner drinks on the drive are fantastic and the accomodation and food was exceptional.

Stayed in January 2024

Spacious, authentic and well equipped

Could not fault anything - just perfect

Stayed in December 2023

Nothing

The whole experience, staff were great and couldn't be more helpful. Game drives were excellent with experienced and thoughtful guides

Stayed in December 2023

Gondwana was a brilliant family experience. On arrival we got a great relaxed feeling and introduction to the place. The scenery as you drive in to Gate 1 really is epic, with views into the distance to the mountains, through lush green valleys stretching In every direction from the main road. We saw Zebra and Impala immediately on driving in to the main gate and knew from the scale of the place that we were going to have a great time. The reception, pool and restaurant area looks out over a valley and is super, super high quality (everything from the furnishing and cutlery to the items on sale in the shop) but has a relaxed, local feel. The food is brilliant and they get that everyone is tired and getting up early, so everything comes out pretty quickly. Now to the game drives. We have to.mention our guide 'Hennie'. He was knowledgeable, a ball of energy and his passion for wildlife and conservation shone through in every drive. He was great with everyone in the small group, including our 2 kids, and made sure that each trip out was varied with a different focus on Elephant, Giraffe, Rhino, Hippo, Eland, Birds, Buffalo, Zebra and plant life.. One of the highlights, no doubt, was tracking a Cheetah for 1hr trough a valley up to a ridge where it took an Impala in full flight. A real David Attenborough moment! Accommodation wise, we were in a 3 bed fynbos villa which has a real wow factor when you walk in and feels like you are in a high end hotel located in the savannah. It's difficult to know where to choose when looking at game reserves, so we'll make it simple. Choose Gondwana!

Stayed in December 2023

Friendly staff...couldn't do enough. The drives were long and very interesting.

Stayed in December 2023

restaurant menu for breakfast and evening meal is very limited breakfast wasn't anything special.amd vegetarian options for evening meal very limited.had to ask for something different to be made.menu was exactly the same for the 3 nights we stayed and if you only like 1 option on it then you are eating the same for 3 nights unless you go off site.

the lodge was amazing the location was great the game drives were great

Stayed in November 2023

all inclusive menu didn’t include soft drinks w/ meals

staff, clean, general atmosphere

Stayed in November 2023

Nothing. All amazing

Amazing space. Amazing facilities. Just perfect

Stayed in November 2023

We loved everything!

Gondwana was amazing! Stunning accommodation, great food, amazing service and friendly staff! Highly recommend!!

Stayed in November 2023

Too many people :-) Main season it is really packed and we try to stay in one of the secluded villas with more peace and privacy. The landscape is stunning and breathtaking.

Whenever we have guests we stay for two nights in Gondwana Game Reserve. It is alway magical and very well organized. The game drives and rangers are exceptional knowlegable and driven by passion.

Stayed in October 2023

We loved absolutely everything!

Absolutely unique in every way. Gorgeous big lodges right in the game drive with log burning fires. The guides work so hard here to ensure everyone has the best time, much appreciated.

Stayed in October 2023

I would say the distance from the main lodge to our accommodation was quite far, we didn’t feel safe driving along it ourselves unfortunately. The long gaps in between the game drives were difficult to fill as we couldn’t walk around/no activities to do etc. we were also in a different lodge to what we booked, the brochure for this was also quite misleading as we were under the impression we would have a pool at the lodge, which unfortunately we didn’t.

Large spaces and comfortable beds, good shower! Stunning views from upstairs and downstairs balconies. Very good decor, consistent throughout. The game drives were obviously the best but and our guide, Heiny was amazing we all loved him! He gave us the best experience with the animals and driving across the reserve.

Stayed in October 2023