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Grootbos Nature Reserve, Garden Route, South Africa
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Grootbos has won several awards for its ecologically sound tourism. The reserve is especially renowned for the conservation of its endemic flora and fauna. Take a stroll through one of the precious afro-montane forests, fire resistant plant communities or sandstone geological structures of Table Mountain.
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Situated south east of Cape Town along the coastline of the Indian Ocean Large, private suites set among ancient Milkwood Trees Walks to stone-age coastal caves and tidal rock pools The best land-based Whale watching in the world
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Whale Watching:
Whale watching at the Grootbos Nature Reserve The coastline at Grootbos Nature Reserve is the nursery to Southern Right Whales, coming there from June to November to breed and calve. The cliffs of Walkers Bay are the perfect starting point for amazing whale viewing.
Mothers, calves and energetic bulls come to within 30 metres of the rocky shoreline. Boat based whale-watching trips in Walkers Bay with a close-up experience to those giant mammals of the sea are available.
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Accommodation:
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve comprises large, private suites set among ancient milkwood trees. There, guests can relax pampered by all comforts of home and surrounded by the splendour of nature. Winding pathways and strolling between the suites and the main lodge guide you past the largest milkwood forests in the world.
The Garden Lodge is decorated in a more classic style ideal for families. The Forest Lodge boasts a contemporary and modern style appealing the cosmopolitan traveller.
Each suite has a private balcony overlooking the ocean as well as a finely appointed en-suite bathroom. Furnished with natural textures and colours, the rooms reflect the harmony of nature.
Facilities:
Private balconies En-suite bathrooms
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Location:
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is situated south east of Cape Town along the coastline of the Indian Ocean. The world-renowned Garden Route has not quite officially started at this point, but guests should stay at Grootbos before or after going on a Garden Route tour.
Grootbos Nature Reserve is a pristine botanical reserve with some of the most beautiful wild flowers and landscapes. This reserve nestles in fynbos-clad hills with views of the dunes, Cape of Good Hope and the sea. "Fynbos", meaning fine bush, is a type of vegetation unique to the Cape. In this floral kingdom, more than 650 indigenous plant species have been identified.
Attractions:
Mother city Garden Route Indian Ocean Botanical reserve Cape of Good Hope
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Activities:
GolfBoat tripsSeal watchingBird watchingTownship toursPenguin watchingBeach excursionsShark cage divingGuided safari walksGuided safari drivesWalks to coastal cavesWalks to tidal rock pools
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Guided nature walks
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Grootbos Private Nature Reserve in Gansbaai, South Africa, offers nature walks in this conservation area with endangered endemic flora and fauna, miles of sandy beaches and scenic ocean-views.
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Grootbos Nature Reserve
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This Western Cape nature reserve in South Africa is set amongst ancient Milkwood Trees and beautiful vegetation. Spot South Africa's national flower, the Protea, and awaken to the calls of forest birds.
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Did you know?
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The female Southern Right Whale is pregnant for eleven to twelve months and has strong parental skills.
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