With such incredible nature on your doorstep, the wealth of experiences on offer here is designed to fully immerse you in these natural wonders. There is so much on offer here including many activities that are complimentary with your stay. Complimentary activities include guided nature walks and hikes out into the Fynbos, horse riding through the reserve, an exploration of the fascinating ancient coastal limestone caves, bird-watching, and nature, marine & coastal safari drives including sundowner trips. Other experiences on offer for an additional fee include boat trips to Dyer Island combined with seasonal whale watching, river cruises, marine safaris, shark cage diving, fatbike tours, scenic flights, beach horse riding, day trips to Cape Agulhas, shopping trips to Hermanus, wine tasting and golfing excursions.
The wonderful Grootbos Reserve places a great deal of emphasis on its dedication to sustaining the natural heritage of the area while cultivating social transformation in surrounding communities, and you can learn all about these practices on a “Living the Future” tour which will offer insight into how the reserve’s various projects are changing lives and conserving this protected wilderness.
When not out exploring your incredible surroundings, the beautiful Garden Lodge will have plenty to keep you occupied. You could enjoy a relaxing treatment at the spa which offers 3 treatment rooms and a sauna, take a dip in the sparkling heated swimming pool or savour a sundowner cocktail in the plunge pool surrounded by pristine vistas. Garden Lodge has been built with families in mind and boasts activities and facilities for all generations to enjoy, making it the ideal place for special moments together with loved ones. There is a fantastic entertainment area for children which features a forest-inspired interior, an outdoor courtyard, and a range of activities and programmes for kids.
Dining here is also an experience in itself, with a hugely experienced culinary team offering up delectable dishes served either in the beautiful lodge restaurant, in the intimate surroundings of the wine cellar, or at a number of destination venues across the reserve including deep within the ancient Milkwood Forest or around the Boma area under the star-studded evening skies. Everything is freshly made here, from the mayonnaise to the pasta and bread rolls!