Areena Riverside Resort

Areena Riverside Resort & Private Game Reserve is a family resort, a place to escape the hectic world, relax, reconnect and rejuvenate. A place to become grounded, meet good friends & explore the “Wildly Peaceful” pristine nature of the Wild Coast & Kwelera River. Located just 14 miles (23 km) east of East London’s city center, Areena Riverside Resort four star self catering accommodations have become a popular vacation spot as well as a favorite venue for business meetings. Tucked away along the shores of the Kwelera estuary lies one of the Eastern Cape’s most closely guarded secrets. From lush grass campsites through self catering units, an adventure village and private game reserve with its own big five animals, state of the art conference venues right down to our upscale family styled restuarant and bar; we offer it all at Areena. Whether you are looking for a relaxing family getaway or planning your dream wedding in a fairytale setting, hosting conferences or organizing company teambuilding events, running schools or churches retreats – whatever brings people together - this truly unique African experience awaits you here at Areena where there really is something for everybody!