About Longhill
Recognition We're Proud Of
Longhill Reserve has been recognised by South African and international travel media for its conservation work, owner-led hospitality, and position as one of the Eastern Cape's finest private safari destinations. This page collects that recognition as it accumulates.
Accolades
Awards
Best Private Reserve, Eastern Cape
Recognised for outstanding conservation practice, guest experience, and owner-led hospitality in the Eastern Cape region.
Sustainable Tourism Commendation
Awarded for the Spekboom Revival Project, Cape Honeybee Conservation Programme, and off-grid solar infrastructure across the reserve.
Top Malaria-Free Safari Destination
Ranked among South Africa's top malaria-free safari destinations for families and international travellers.
Media Coverage
Press Features
SA Tourism
Eastern Cape's Hidden Gem: Longhill Reserve Redefines Private Safari
A rare combination of genuine privacy, conservation depth, and owner-led hospitality that stands apart from the mass-market safari product.
Getaway Magazine
Best Malaria-Free Safaris in South Africa
Longhill Reserve earns a place on our definitive list of South Africa's finest malaria-free safari destinations, with particular praise for its cheetah conservation commitment.
Sunday Times Travel
The Eastern Cape Is Having a Moment
With Addo's elephant population booming and private reserves like Longhill offering Big Five access without the Kruger crowds, the Eastern Cape is the smart safari choice for 2026.
Condé Nast Traveller
Africa's Best Off-Grid Lodges
Mavericks Lodge at Longhill Reserve is among the most thoughtfully designed off-grid accommodation in the Eastern Cape: solar-powered, beautifully finished, and genuinely private.
Media Enquiries
Press & Media Contact
For press enquiries, media visits, photography access, or editorial partnerships, please reach out directly. We welcome journalists, travel writers, and content creators who share our commitment to authentic storytelling about the Eastern Cape.