Grootbos is situated on a private nature reserve overlooking Walker Bay. Situated about 50 km east of Hermanus and less than a 2-hour drive from Cape Town. 

Accommodation

Grootbos is home to two exclusive 5-star sanctuaries – Garden Lodge and Forest Lodge as well as two exclusive Villas. Each free-standing suite is set in tranquil surroundings and comprises a lounge with fireplace, bedroom(s), en suite bathroom and wooden deck with spectacular ocean views. All rooms are equipped with extra length beds, 100% down duvets and cotton bedding, a safe for valuables, a tea & coffee station & a well-stocked mini-bar. Bathrooms complete with under floor heating, double washbasins, double showers and/or baths, heated towel rails & hair dryers. 

Things to do

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 marine life in the pools
• Opportunities to explore sandy beaches swim in sheltered bays and picnic on the beach
• Bird-watching; experience a great variety of bird species on the reserve

Not-included activities: