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This extraordinary haven, nestled at the foothills of the Cederberg mountains, is just 270km from Cape Town, and the ideal wilderness getaway to escape, restore and relax.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat is a luxurious ecological oasis of 18,533 acres (7500 hectare), nestled at the foothills of the breathtaking Cederberg mountains. Here majestic views, staggering rock formations, open plains, invigorating outdoor activities, luxurious accommodation, award-winning Cape cuisine and a wellness experience deeply rooted in Nature combine to create an unforgettable, luxury wilderness adventure.
Less than three hours’ drive from Cape Town, it is unequivocally recognized as a conservation success story and has received international acclaim for its exceptional environmental and conservation projects. These include its Rock art conservation program; providing a sanctuary for the endangered Cape Mountain Zebra and Clanwilliam Yellow Fish; its support of the Cape Mountain Leopard project and the Clanwilliam Cedar Tree project; as well as alien vegetation clearing. Other environmentally friendly practices at the lodge include the cultivation of organic kitchen gardens, recycling waste material, and water and energy saving.
Malaria and predator free, Bushmans Kloof is a sanctuary for many indigenous plants, animals and birds, including the endangered Cape mountain zebra. It is also home to over 130 San rock art sites, is recognized as one of South Africa’s Natural Heritage Sites, and is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom. It bases its entire business ethos on preserving the precious natural environment, while providing guests with the ultimate African wilderness experience in the beautiful surroundings of the Cederberg Wilderness Area, which forms part of the Cape Floral Region – a recognized World Heritage site.
A mere 170 miles from Cape Town, the 5-star Relais & Châteaux lodge, voted Best Hotel in the World 2009 (Travel + Leisure), is renowned for its warm, caring service and exceptional hospitality, where guests can expect superb contemporary Cape cuisine and world-class facilities. Set among wide open plains, majestic rock formations and crystal clear waterfalls, it offers a host of enriching, relaxing and invigorating experiences, such as daily guided rock art walks, mountain biking, canoeing, fishing, archery and swimming in rock pools or the four swimming pools. Bushmans Kloof is a place of natural wonder where you can indulge in a vast range of activities, or do absolutely nothing but inhale the beauty, peace, and tranquility in the midst of nature’s playground.
AFFILIATIONS
Andrew Harper Alliance
Relais & Chateaux
Virtuoso ACCOLADES & ARTICLES
National Geographic Adventure Magazine - Top 50 Eco Lodges - 2008
AWARDS
A-List - Luxury Travel Magazine Award
Andrew Harper Award Winner
Condé Nast Gold List
Forbes 400
Tatler Top 101 Hotels
Travel+Leisure World's Best FACILITIES
Art Gallery/Collection
Bikes available
Fishing (extra charge)
Helipad
Horseback Riding (extra charge)
Kayaking/Canoeing
Safari / Wildlife viewing
Spa
Star gazing
Swimming Pool - Infinity Pool
Swimming Pool - Outdoor
Wine Cellar
Wine tasting LEISURE
Daily guided Rock Art, walk and evening game drive
Archery
Croquet
fly fishing
hiking
canoeing
mountain-biking
horseback riding
bird watching
abseiling
star gazing
Golf Course - 36 km / 22 miles SPA
Wellbeing is a state of mind, body and spirit - at Bushmans Kloof you are invited to indulge in the renewal of all three. Delicious, healthy gourmet fare, pure fresh air, interesting activities, comfort, peace and relaxation are integral to the hospitality. And to top it all, there's the Spa where you can surrender to some pampering with massages, body treatments and skin care by expert therapists.
EXPLORE
This 17,000 acre wilderness reserve nestles in a riverine valley, surrounded by spectacular rock formations and rivers, Bushmans Kloof offers a unique wilderness experience at the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains, 270 km/173 miles from Cape Town.
This 17,000 acre wilderness reserve boasts one of the world's largest open-air art galleries with more than 125 ancient San Bushmen rock art sites.
For guests who are indulging in a longer stay, there is plenty to see and do outside the Lodge gates. As optional extras, half and full day excursions can be organised to interesting places in the Cederberg area:
Wupperthal - craft village & historic Moravian mission station
Clanwilliam Museum - Anglo-Boer war memorabilia
Cederberg Wilderness Area
Biedouw River - fly-fishing
Lambert's Bay - fishing village, surfing beach and seabird colonies
Goue Vallei Wine Cellars tour and tasting, Citrusdal
Cederberg Private Cellars - the Cape’s highest altitude vineyards
Rooibos Tea Factory - Visit the factory shop in Clanwilliam
Cederberg Heritage Route:
The Cederberg Heritage Route has three multi-night "slackpacking" trails where all you carry is a small daypack. Accommodation is in simple but comfortable guest cottages. All meals and transport are provided.
A Rock Art Trail and a Donkey Cart Trail are included. AIRPORT
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) AIRPORT DISTANCE
172 miles/278 km/3 hours HIGH SEASON
November through April
GETTING THERE
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Retreat is 172 miles/278 km north of Cape Town International Airport.
The road to Bushmans Kloof passes through some of South Africa's most beautiful, yet least explored countryside.
Rolling wheatfields and wide vistas sweep over the rich, black soil of the Swartland. Lush green citrus groves line the route past Citrusdal. Stop along the way at the local farm stalls and old fashioned country tea rooms.
The road between Clanwilliam and the lodge gate has now been tarred. The climb over the Pakhuis Pass winds through gargantuan clusters of massive sandstone boulders - a giant's playground of remarkable shapes and forms.
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