On the Keurbooms River, in the Keurbooms Nature Reserve near Plettenberg Bay, Western Cape
044 533 2125
Load your provisions into a canoe for the ideal getaway to explore the Whiskey Creek canoe trail, a multi-day canoe trail on the Keurbooms River in the Garden Route. You'll never want to leave the comfortable overnight facilities to start off on the return trip!
Kogelberg Nature Reserve is often considered the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom, because of the exceptional quality of its fynbos. The reserve lies in the Hottentots Holland mountain range near Kleinmond. It is an ideal place for a day walk or a mountain bike trail through stretches of fynbos. Visitors can spend the night in basic accommodation. The reserve has remained isolated and remarkably unspoilt. Its high mountain peaks, steep kloofs, valleys and several tributaries of the pristine Palmiet River create a sense of remote wilderness.
Limietberg Nature Reserve lies in the Du Toitskloof mountains near Paarl, forming a part of the greater Boland mountain range. Both the Dutoitskloof and Bainskloof passes fall within the reserve. The terrain is rugged, with steep kloofs and deep valleys. Tweede Tol, a campsite in Bainskloof, is popular spot to camp and to picnic. The Limietberg multi-day hike and various other day walks traverse the area.
Marloth Nature Reserve lies in the majestic Swellendam mountains, between the towns of Swellendam, Ashton, Barrydale and Suurbraak. Mountain fynbos is predominant, along with patches of afro-montane forest. The fynbos includes several species of protea and more than 25 species of erica. The reserve has eight-day trails and the six-day Swellendam Hiking Trail. Accommodation is also available to nature lovers and keen bird-watchers.
Balule Nature Reserve, Greater Kruger Park, Hoedspruit District, Mpumalanga
Tony, Alma and their colleagues warmly welcome guests to their relaxing and friendly oasis in the bush. Set in the vast Balule Nature Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger Park, this is home to a superb variety of fauna and flora, including the legendary “Big 5”. Our guides bring guests up close to nature on game drives and foot safaris and their experience and enthusiasm make these trips unforgettable. Comfortable thatched rondawels, with al fresco showers, are decorated in an African theme.
Nyathi Concession, Addo Elephant National Park, Addo, Eastern Cape
Spectacular views over a pristine floodplain and situated in the malaria free Addo Elephant National Park, only an hour’s drive from the coastal city of Port Elizabeth, Nguni River Lodge offers a wide variety of game viewing, outdoor adventure and luxurious accommodation.
Pakamisa Game Reserve, District Magudu, Pongola, KwaZulu Natal, RSA, KZN
034 413 3559
Exclusive small hotel situated on top of Pakamisa mountain, amidst the pristine malaria free private Pakamisa Game Reserve. Eight luxury suites with private verandahs offering tremendous panoramic views. Enjoy gourmet meals in the elegant restaurant or a bush-dinner under the african stars. Gameviewing, Gamedrives, Bushwalks, Horseback safaris, Clay target shooting, Fishing, large swimming pool, mountain biking, Microlight flights. German, Spanish speaking.
12km east of Stanford, near Hermanus, Stanford, Western Cape
028 314 0062
The Salmonsdam Nature Reserve lies 20 km east of Stanford, at the foot of the Perdeberg mountains. Stanford is a small village 17 km east of Hermanus on the south-western Cape coast. Salmonsdam's mountainous landscape is renown for its bird life, mountain fynbos and beautiful waterfalls, and attracts bird-watchers, hikers and other nature enthusiasts. It offers tranquil camping and self-catering accommodation.
PO Box 31, Kenton-on-Sea, Eastern Cape, South Africa, 6191
Sibuya is a magnificent malaria-free game reserve spanning the meandering Kariega River. A small number of luxury en-suite tents, professional guides, an abundance of game (45 species including four of the “Big Five”) and the splendour of the vistas will leave you saying “Sibuya” – we will return.
Springerbaai Coastal Eco Estate, PO Box 11262, Heiderand 6511, Western Cape
The Abbey is a self catering holiday home situated in the Springerbaai Coastal Eco Estate. Springerbaai is located in the Mossel Bay municipality 20km from town
