Riverdene - Shamwari Only nine rooms at Riverdene Children Accepted

Personal Impression
Riverdene is a very intimate lodge and has a nice feeling of space. The pool is huge and dominates the front of the lodge.  I think this is a really nice option if Eagles Crag is not in your budget.

Accommodations
The rooms at Riverdene are large.  Each room is slightly different but all have a decor of dark woods and overstuffed cushioning - very comfortable. The bathrooms are also large and finished in  light colors.  The lodge does have a more traditional feel as the rooms are all accommodated in one building with a wide open hallway connecting the rooms to the main lounge areas of the lodge.

Public Rooms, Spa and Dining
The pool here is truly oversized and dominates the front of the lodge. If you enjoy a pool then you should certainly consider staying at Riverdene.  The public rooms are furnished in dark woods with overstuffed cushioning.  The covered patio is the scene for many meals and has a huge barbeque area and is delightful overlooking the pool and the bush.  The formal dining room is spacious and set with white table cloths that off set the dark woods of the chairs and furnishings. There is no spa at Riverdene.