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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

A unique place where conservation, relaxation and luxury have found the perfect home. Set in a lush surrounding, which is the ideal family getaway, Grootbos has won worldwide acclaim for its conservation and social responsibility programs. The reserve is spectacularly situated on the fynbos and forest clad hills that overlook the whale-watching haven of Walker Bay. Grootbos has carved a unique niche in the upmarket eco-lodge sector by specializing in the Cape region world-renowned flora and marine biodiversity. Thismulti-award winning 1750ha reserve is home to more than 740 different species of plants, offers warm hospitality, excellent cuisine, fine South African wines and, above all, is a nature lover’s paradise.

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Garden Lodge

Surrounded by the milkwood forest, the Garden Lodge has been completely refurbis ... hed boasting 11 one and two bedroom free standing suites with panoramic views over the reserve and the sea. Stylish and decorated with warm natural colours provide essential amenities and luxury home decor including cosy indoor fireplace, rain shower and double sink in the bathroom.

Forest Lodge

Built in harmony with nature like the rest of the estate, the Forest Lodge hosts ... 16Luxuryous Freestanding Suites, a Wellness area, the world class wine cellar, the excellent Forest Boma Restaurant and a unique Infinity Pool with breathtaking overlooks. The floor to ceiling windows make this type of room the perfect choice for couples.

Private Villas

Villas at Grootbos Private Reserve are a 360° luxury taylor-made experience con ... tributing to the preservation and uplifting of local communities. The remote Villa 1 offers 6 remarkably appointed suites, all different one another, and a personal service exceeding any expectation in terms of attention and culinary experience, proposing many activities, meals and drinks in a top of class atmosphere taken care to the most tiny detail. Villa 2 hosts four suites for four personalities, exceptional facilities and attention from the dedicated staff.

Restaurants

Grootbos cuisine is all locally produced based. Both Forest and Garden Lodge pro ... vide their own restaurant, each with own character and atmosphere. The Garden Lodge dining area is spacious and cosy with floor-to-ceiling windows to enjoy the view. The outdoor deck overlooks Walker Bay and provides the perfect setting to enjoy a world-class cuisine. Restaurants at Grootbos are for residents only. Other food experiences can be tried in Cellars dining, pic nics on the beach or while out in the reserve and last but not least during the under the sky Boma nights.

BOATEXCURSION

Whale Watching

Whale lovers from al lover the world are aware that Walker Bay is one of the best place of the all w ... orld to observe the giants of sea. The migration from the Antarctic to the south african waters is a set appointment for them, reaching the warmer climate to mate, calve and raise their young. Whale watching at Grootbos can be practiced by boat, plane or from the cliffs along pathways of De Kelders.

DIVING WATERSPORTS

Shark Cage Diving

A thrilling encounter with one of the most fearsome predators in nature iso ne of the experiences av ... ailable at Grootbos. Wear a clean, dry wetsuit and all the equipment, enter the perfectly safe cage, learn everything about the tremendous animal before reaching out to the memory you will cherish for a lifetime.

NATURWALKS

Southern Tip of Africa Tour

Esplora il punto più meridionale del continente, dove si incontrano gli oceani Indiano e Atlantico. ... Scopri la storia e le tradizioni dei piccoli villaggi e avvista antilopi, gru blu e struzzi nel Parco nazionale di Aghulas prima di gustare un pranzo al porto. Il tour si concluderà con una piacevole passeggiata al faro e con la vista dello spaventoso Capo delle Tempeste.

BIRDWATCHING

Bird Watching

Progressive tourism is a term coined by Grootbos people to mean everything at the heart of the Compa ... ny: every action taken to benefit someone else has a positive impact on the environment. FInd out everything about all the ways Grootbos seeks out new ways to create sustainable livelyhoods for people who call this area home.

HORSERIDING

Horse Riding

Ideal for beginners and professionals, horseback riding is suitable to anyone at Grootbos. The stabl ... es housed 18 horses exercised and trained by the expert guides who will let you appreciate the views from a different perspective.