Hugging the tree-shaded shore of the Kwelera River, Areena has self-catering rondavels, thatched cottages, timber chalets, riverside tents and caravan sites – and a 3.5-sq-km wildlife reserve with herbivores. There's a tennis court, a bar-restaurant open Wednesday to Sunday (mains R70 to R120), plus abseiling, ziplining, sea kayaking and river cruises. It's low-key, unpretentious and family-oriented. Located 8.5km south of Chintsa.
Areena Riverside Resort
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