Grootbos Nature reserve

Whether you sit out on the deck in the fresh air or snuggle by the fire, you’ll enjoy a culinary and sensory experience here that you won’t soon forget. Picnics available on request.

Every meal burst with color, flavor and texture. Whatever dish you choose, you’ll get to experience the tastes of this unique landscape and its people, in a warm and welcoming atmosphere that makes you feel instantly at home. Picnics available on request.

Delicious cuisine and wine, in an intimate space!

The guiding team includes botanists and nature conservationists with expert knowledge of the flora, marine and bird life of the region. Activities include: - Guided walks and 4x4 drives through the reserve - 1-2 hour guided walks through the extensive Milkwood Forest. - 1-2 hour guided horse rides through the reserve - Guided excursions to the Klipgat Cave, one of the most important archaeological sites in South Africa (ten minutes from Grootbos) - Guided trip along the nearby coast to view the whales (June/July to December) - Guided walks along the rocky coast, exploring the tidal pools - Opportunities to explore sandy beaches, swim in sheltered bays and picnic on the beach - Birdwatching: etc

Soak up the peaceful, countryside days, while quietly cruising down the Klein River from Stanford to the Hermanus Estuary. Spot a flamboyant flock of Flamingos or Blue Swallows riding the airwaves next to the boat. Additional costs may apply.

You can tell by the chorus of the birdsong that greets you on arrival at Grootbos, that bird watching here will be out of the ordinary. With 26 species that are endemic to the region, you’re sure to record more than a few rare sightings.

Explore the secret life inside the hive and see what the buzz is all about. Learn how black and yellow formations set out to collect nectar to create a unique, fynbos honey.

There’s something special about seeing a place on horseback. Take a slow trot as you appreciate the views or ride down the sweeping sand dunes, the fresh air filling your lungs and exhilaration pumping through your veins. Horse riding at Grootbos is suitable for anyone, whether you’re a complete novice or a more experienced rider. Additional costs may apply.

This thrilling encounter with one of nature’s most fearsome predators will stay with you for years to come. Venture into our underwater world with a tour company who prides itself on conducting responsible experiences – protecting both these creatures and the environment. Additional costs may apply.

Visit one of the only places in the world that plays home to such an extensive range of marine wildlife, and witness these fearsome, graceful and comical creatures in their own aquatic wonderland. Additional costs may apply.

Explore the Overberg landscapes along trails through the Cape fynbos and into dune moonscapes through to the pristine Walker Bay coastline. Additional costs may apply.

Go adventuring through shaded forests, up craggy mountains and down into scenic valleys, as you see the landscape in a fun-filled and safe way. Additional costs may apply.

Our Beauty Treatments are set amidst the serenity of a Milkwood Forest or near lush, landscaped gardens, providing sanctuaries where tension is dispelled and stress melts away. Healing hands and natural, locally sourced products all add to the tranquil experience, ensuring you leave us calmer, stronger and more centred. Additional costs may apply.

A scenic flight around this area is an experience of a lifetime. Spot up to 60 whales frolicking in the waves beneath you, see glorious vineyards from up high, glimpse shipwrecks on rugged shorelines and mountain peaks amongst the clouds. Additional costs may apply.

Time stops on our beaches. Whether you’re sinking your feet into untouched white sand on a solitary walk or discovering the origins of early man on our cave tour – you’ll feel closer to the earth as you get to know this exquisite coastline.

From the very beginning, we’ve always been about much more than luxury travel which is why we designed the entire Grootbos experience around a new movement we call Progressive Tourism: and we want the world to share in this vision too.