Relaxation, conservation and luxury come together at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, where the vision of a greater harmony between the world’s living creatures is brought to life.
When the African gods came to Grootbos, they bestowed upon it a profound blessing – one of beauty and simplicity. Crouching discreetly in the quiet glades of dune forest between Stanford and Gansbaai, the two lodges and ultra-exclusive villas at Grootbos Private Nature Reserve preside over a phenomenal 2500 hectares of protected Fynbos. It is a multi-award winning 5-star eco-sanctuary of unparalleled beauty and recreational diversity, a stylish refuge overlooking the famous haven of Walker Bay, home to the ocean’s big five. Here, just two hours’ drive from Cape Town, is the ultimate getaway for nature enthusiasts, offering supreme privacy, with packages tailor-made to suit each individual’s specific yearnings.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers luxury accommodation featuring spectacular views of ancient forests and the whale watching haven of Walker Bay, just a 30-minute drive from Hermanus.

The air-conditioned suites of Grootbos feature floor-to-ceiling windows, making the suites light and airy. All suites offer a spacious lounge with a cosy fireplace, satellite TV and a DVD player, and a private wooden deck.

Guests can enjoy African and European gourmet cuisine, made with fresh and locally grown produce in Grootbos Private Nature Reserve’s 2 restaurants. Full English breakfast menus, light lunches and 6-course dinners are included in the rate.

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve offers various tours, including flower safaris, horse riding, birding tours, shark cage diving in Gansbaai, and of course whale watching tours.

Grootbos Nature Reserve is a multi-award winning nature reserve, and home to more than 740 different species of plants. The centre of Capetown is a scenic 2-hour drive away.