Join us on this magical Big 5 open water adventure, create awehness with us and leave nothing but footprints.
Spa treatments available at applicable rates.
Gratuities for your stay come to R600 per person for the weekend. This is for lodge staff and your safari guide.
Duration: 2 Days:
5km swim
What you need to bring:
A wetsuit or swim suit
The Kariega Big 5 swim remains the only open water swim in the world that meanders through a Big 5 game reserve. Visit this unspoilt part of the Eastern Cape and join us on this memorable experience limited to 20 swimmers.
“There are moments in life that leave you breathless and speechless. Watching the majestic herd of elephants gracefully moving across the golden African plains, under the warm glow of the setting sun, is a sight that ignites a primal sense of wonder and admiration in the depths of our souls.”
Interested in booking your place for this year’s Aweh-Let’s Swim Kariega?
Book Your Spot for Aweh-Let's Swim Kariega 2025: 30% Deposit
Payment terms: A non-refundable 30% deposit (R 2 625) is required to secure your spot, this deposit is due by 20 March 2025. The 70% balance (R 6 125) will be due prior to departure.
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Awehness Travel
FNB
Acc Number: 62781851425
Branch 211417
Aweh-Let's Swim Kariega
Day One:
Friday May 30
Approx. 13h00 to 14h00
Arrival and check-in – followed by afternoon eats
15h00
Depart on afternoon/evening game drive (including sundowners)
19h00/19h30
Dinner in the lodge
Day Two:
Saturday May 31
07h00
Breakfast
Approx. 08h00
Depart on game drive to the Kariega River for the 5km swim from the causeway. Kariega barge-boat to be available to assist swimmers. All non-swimmers can enjoy cruising on this boat for the duration of the swim. After completion, game drive back to the lodge.
14h00
Lunch
15h00
Depart on afternoon/evening game drive (including sundowners)
19h00/19h30
Dinner in the boma ( Animal Onzies /Hat Social)
Day Three:
Sunday June 01
06h30
Tea, coffee & snack
07h00
Depart on morning game drive
10h00
Breakfast/Brunch
Approx. 11h00
Departure