Unique Features
Eco friendly accommodation for friends, couples and families
Whale watching, botanical tours, birding and various small game sighting
Walking, hiking and optional horse riding
Organic food and superb local wine
Private spa for the ultimate relaxation - great for honeymooners
Your Experience
Since 1991, Grootbos Nature Reserve has attracted visitors from near and far. Once being a small farm, the 2500 ha reserve is a treasure trove of botanical wildlife and untouched wilderness. As the winners of various eco-tourism awards, as well as National Geographic's Unique Lodges of the World Award, Grootbos is a pioneer in conservation.
Less than two hours from Cape Town, this eco-lodge close to Hermanus offers you the chance to immerse yourself in the unique fynbos kingdom and ancient forest of Grootbos, featuring 791 plant species, 118 bird species, 29 mammals and 21 amphibians - some of which are under threat of extinction.
Besides the variety of activities, such as hiking through the Milkwood forest, whale watching, 4x4 tours, horse riding and birding, you are encouraged to completely relax and soak up your surroundings. While you are staying at Grootbos, you will have access to the bespoke wine and culinary experiences that promise to delight the taste buds and keep you feeling completely satisfied.
What started out as a hobbity self-catering resort, built to help pay for the restoration of the natural vegetation on a farm near Gansbaai,...