Why stay at Riverdene Family Lodge
- 55 mammal species recorded nearby
Rooms & inclusions
- Activities
- Game Drive, Bush Walk, Birding, Star Gazing, Spa, Family Safari, Conservation Experience
- Amenities
- Swimming Pool, Pool, Spa, Wifi, Dining, Bar, Lounge, Fitness
Wildlife near this lodge
Species recorded within 20 km (iNaturalist research-grade observations).
1,350
Species
55
Mammals
181
Birds
Most observed
- African Savanna Elephant269 sightings
- Lion132 sightings
Best time to stay at Riverdene Family Lodge
Best months:
June
July
August
JanGreat22°C39mm
FebGreat22°C38mm
MarGreat21°C49mm
AprGreat18°C46mm
MayGreat16°C36mm
JunGreat15°C26mm
JulGreat13°C19mm
AugGreat14°C22mm
SepGreat15°C45mm
OctGood17°C69mm
NovGreat19°C52mm
DecGreat20°C70mm
Great (4-5)
Good (3)
Poor (1-2)
Best month
Map & getting there
Nearest airport
SHAMWARI (ZA-0231)
6 km from the park
International airport
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
76 km from the park
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Other parks in Eastern Cape Safaris
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- Addo Elephant National Park (Kabouge Section)
- Addo Elephant National Park (Kuzuko Section)
- Addo Elephant National Park (Zuurberg Section)
- Addo Elephant Park (Nyati Section)
- Amakhala Game Reserve
Contact Riverdene Family Lodge
- Phone
- +270422031111
- [email protected]
Data updated October 2026 · Sources: lodge website, Go2Africa, iNaturalist, Open-Meteo