Hotels of Earth

Gondwana Game Reserve

★★★★★ Heuningkip Farm, R327, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500, Mossel Bay, ZA

9.4 guest rating· 79 reviews

The five stars

Gondwana Game Reserve holds a five-star rating in its official classification, the requirement for every property in the Hotels of Earth collection.

The service side of those stars shows in its listing: Full-service spa, Terrace, Concierge service and Pool umbrellas.

Guests score it 9.4/10 across 79 reviews.

About this hotel

Escape to a picturesque paradise at Gondwana Game Reserve, where luxury meets adventure amid breathtaking surroundings.

Unwind in Ultimate Luxury

Indulge in rejuvenating spa treatments, including massages and facials, that will leave you feeling refreshed. Relax in one of our two outdoor swimming pools, surrounded by the beauty of local wildlife.

Culinary Delights Await

Savor authentic African cuisine at Safari Lodge Dining Room, complemented by a complimentary full breakfast daily. Enjoy drinks at our two vibrant bars and take advantage of all-inclusive meal options for a hassle-free experience.

Family-Friendly Amenities

This hotel prioritizes your comfort with spacious guestrooms, featuring premium bedding, complimentary Wi-Fi, and convenient babysitting services. Discover nearby attractions, playgrounds, and golf courses to create lasting family memories.

Your unforgettable getaway awaits—book your stay at Gondwana Game Reserve today!

Rooms & rates

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Black Rhino House

Sleeps 6 · 3× King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Deep soaking bathtub

<p><strong>3 King Beds</strong></p><p>Features a private deck/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, living room, and sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

4 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

Sleeps 8 · 240 m² · 4× King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>4 King Beds</strong></p><p>2583-sq-foot room, deck/patio with valley and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 4 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 4 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Kwena Lodge Suite

Sleeps 2 · 70 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Partially open bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>753-sq-foot room, deck/patio with valley and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Partially open bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and portable fan</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Premium Villa

Sleeps 8 · 370 m² · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>3983-sq-foot room with a deck/patio </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - Flat-screen TV </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, iron/ironing board, and desk</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Kwena Suite

Sleeps 2 · King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Partially open bathroom

<p><strong>1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds</strong></p><p>Features a private deck/patio</p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Separate sitting area</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, minibar (fees may apply), coffee/tea maker, and electric kettle</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Partially open bathroom, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Safe, laptop workspace, and phone</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

3 Bedroom Kwena Lodge Villa

Sleeps 6 · 240 m² · 2× King bed, Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>2583-sq-foot room, deck/patio with valley and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, safe, and laptop workspace</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - No cribs (infant beds) available, toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

Luxury Villa (Ulubisi)

Sleeps 8 · 465 m² · 3× King bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>3 King Beds</strong></p><p>5000-sq-foot room, deck/patio with valley and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, 3 living rooms, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Outdoor private hot tub and fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - MP3 dock</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 5 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Accessibility</b> - Wheelchair accessible</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in </p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>

3 Bedroom Lehele Lodge Villa

Sleeps 6 · 240 m² · 2× King bed, Queen Bed

  • Desk
  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate bathtub and shower

<p><strong>2 King Beds and 1 Queen Bed</strong></p><p>2583-sq-foot room, deck/patio with valley and mountain views </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 3 bedrooms, living room, and dining area</p><p><b>Relax</b> - Fireplace</p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Kitchen with refrigerator, stovetop, oven, and microwave</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding, a down duvet, blackout drapes/curtains, turndown service, and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - 3 bathrooms, deep soaking bathtub, and separate shower with a rainfall showerhead</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Washer/dryer, safe, and laptop workspace; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping, heating, and ceiling fan</p><p><b>Eco-friendly</b> - Eco-friendly toiletries, compost bin, recycling bin, and LED light bulbs</p><p><b>Need to Know</b> - Toothbrush and toothpaste not available</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Room/bed type depends on availability at check-in; connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p><p>Guests who book this room type will not have free access to all property facilities </p>

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Wheelchair-accessible spa
  • Free self parking
  • Free valet parking
  • Free breakfast
  • Free full breakfast
  • Golfing nearby
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Accessible airport shuttle
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  • No accessible airport shuttle
  • Airport transportation - pickup (surcharge)
  • Banquet hall
  • Casino nearby
  • Children's games
  • Concierge service
  • Couples/private dining
  • Designated smoking area
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Game viewing on site
  • Garden
  • Gated community
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Kayaking nearby
  • LED light bulbs
  • Library
  • No elevator (single level property)
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Private picnics
  • Proposal/romance packages available
  • Recycling
  • Renewable energy source - solar
  • Safari on site
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Supervised childcare/activities
  • Surf lessons - nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Tours/ticket assistance
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Ziplining nearby

Location

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Heuningkip Farm, R327, Mossel Bay, Western Cape, 6500, Mossel Bay, ZA

Check-in
from 01:00 PM to 04:30 PM
Check-out
until 11:00 AM

What guests say9.479 reviews

+ Fantastic safari experience+ High-quality accommodations+ Excellent food options
Cleanliness9.1
Service9.6
Location9.6
Room Quality9.4
Amenities9.1
Value for Money9.3

Guest review

10.0

Gondwana offers a fantastic experience for anyone looking for a short Safari within the confines of a private game concession. There is a diverse array of animals to view in amongst beautiful scenery despite being close to Mossel Bay. Our accommodation went way beyond our expectations - a huge 3 bedroom lodge all to ourselves. We loved the 15+ minute self drive to get there! The food at Gondwana is nothing like you get on a typical safari - it’s more like a 5* hotel experience with so much choice (take aways available!). In summary we had an excellent experience

Helen · 2025-09-25

Guest review

10.0

Schönes Hotel im Reservat. Sehr schöne und spannende Safaris bei denen man einiges zu den Tieren erzählt bekommt. Die Guides sind auch super drauf und es hat sehr viel Spaß gemacht

Gabriel Marek · 2025-09-17

Guest review

10.0

We stayed at Gondwana Game Reserve three nights at Lehele Villas....and it was GREAT. In particular our guide, we luckily got assigned, Sonny, made all game drivers special. No Rushy No Hurry, Patience, and endless knowledge sharing ! Thank You Sonny !!!!!!! ...and of course the entire team makes it so easily to feel welcomed and cared.

Sebastian · 2025-05-17

Guest review

10.0

Experience was great, our guide Anita was fantastic.

Marcus · 2025-04-12

Guest review

10.0

Simply wonderful. We had an amazing guide, Greg (“The Postman”, because he always delivered!) who answered all our questions knowledgeably. He was simply exceptional and made our stay! A beautiful reserve, with many beautiful species. We had the three bedroom Lehele Villa and it was perfectly clean, and cleaned twice a day. We didn’t join for lunch but the breakfast and dinner menus had excellent vegan options. We particularly enjoyed the Vegan Eggs Florentine. Thank you so much, would love to visit again.

Thomas · 2025-03-02

Hervorragend

10.0

Sehr schöner Aufenthalt, hervorragendes Essen, guter Service, die Kwena Suites sind sehr komfortabel; die Game Drives waren super, Guide Stan war klasse, hat uns alle Big5 und noch vieles mehr gezeigt und erklärt

Elke · 2025-03-02

Hotels of Earth · questions

Is Gondwana Game Reserve really a five-star hotel?
Yes. Its own classification data carries five stars; that rating, not a style label, is what puts a property in this collection.

Good to know

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.

Up to 2 children 5 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

No rollaway/extra beds available

Pets

Service animals not allowed

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-out is available

General

Cashless transactions are available

Guest type

Essential workers only - NO

Accessibility

No elevators

General

Professional property host/manager

Check-in & Check-out

Contactless check-in is available