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Shamwari Private Game Reserve lies in the Eastern Cape province, 80km/50mi inland of Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth). Its own Shamwari Airport (SHW) has a surfaced airstrip and modern reception lounge. It is serviced by twice-weekly shuttle flights to Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT), which are also the most popular entry points for visitors to South Africa.
Another option is to fly into Gqeberha’s Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) and rent a car or arrange a private transfer. The drive shouldn’t take much longer than 1 hour*.
Shamwari is often included in 1- or 2-week tours or itineraries that start in Cape Town, 820km/510mi to the west, and also explore the Winelands and Garden Route.
*Driving times are only a rough indication. You should always consider the possibility of significant delays.
Airlines & Ticket Prices
Please check Skyscanner to see which airlines can take you to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Cape Town International Airport (CPT), and what tickets would cost.
Domestic Flights
The twice-weekly Shamwari Air Shuttle from Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Cape Town International Airport (CPT) is operated by the National Airways Corporation.
A number of carriers operate domestic flights to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) in Gqeberha:
Passport, Visa & Other Entry Requirements
Please check our How To Get to South Africa page to learn more about passport, visa and other entry requirements.