Amakhaya Golf Lodge
Surrounded by breathtaking views of Chapman's Peak and the Atlantic Ocean, our Amakhaya Golf Lodge is idyllically situated in the picturesque fishing village of Hout Bay close to Cape Town.
We offer you the perfect starting point for sightseeing, golf and relaxation on the Cape Peninsula. The city of Cape Town is a scenic 20 minute drive from our bed and breakfast along one the most stunning coastal roads, the Chapman's Peak Drive which runs below the 12 Apostles mountain range.
Our Accommodation
Take time out on your own balcony while enjoying the magnificent views over Hout Bay or laze around our superb boma area and relax in our heated pool for that much needed suntan or on the nearby beach and enjoy the refreshed sensation from the African sun. Alternatively, pamper yourself with spa treatments in our massage room / healing hut or make use of our on-site golf practice facilities.
Amakhaya offers you every comfort in a relaxed, private and peaceful environment. All our rooms have been individually decorated in an African style. Either choose between three luxury suites for bed and breakfast or cater for yourself in the studio apartment and in the cottage.
Activities
We offer the iconic Harley Davidson for rental or chauffeured rides throughout Cape Town, the Peninsula or winelands. There are optional trips from half an hour to a day ride. We also gladly arrange the motorcycle tours to suit your special requirements.
Berluda Farmhouse & Cottages
Nestled in the foothills of the Swartberg Mountains on a typical Little Karoo farm, you will find Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages. Enjoy a comfortable and relaxing stay with luxurious touches, personal service and South African hospitality.
Our family history in the area dates back 200 years, when the Schoeman ancestors started leaving their footprints in the valley. Today we are proud to share this valley with you when you visit our farm. The name Berluda is derived from an apricot variety, and today the annual harvest and jam production still forms a central part of our business.
Authentic experiences on the farm for the whole family range from working ostrich farm tours, sunset drives and meerkat encounters. As the Little Karoo is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, our guests can have a close encounter with this unique fauna and flora. We also offer exceptional bird-watching opportunities, and star gazing – offering the “High Five”.
Our local restaurant specializes in signature ostrich and Karoo lamb dishes like you’ve never tasted before.
As Berluda lies just off the R62, the longest wine route in the world, we invite you to come and pair our local Little Karoo cuisine with award-winning wines and ports from the region. Within easy reach of the world heritage site of the Swartberg Mountain pass and the world famous Cango Caves, Berluda is perfectly situated to explore the Little Karoo.
Our Accommodation
Surrounded by olive and apricot orchards, and set within lush gardens, Berluda Farmhouse offers luxury accommodation with all modern amenities. With 5 luxury bedrooms and 2 honeymoon rooms, guests can relax next to the sparkling swimming pool, and enjoy the many activities and facilities that we offer.
Just up the road from the farmhouse, the self-catering cottages are ideal for families, and guests wanting more privacy. Enjoy the evenings on the veranda while watching the stars, or light the fire for your BBQ-meal in the comfort of your cottage. As we can accommodate for up to 44 guests, Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages is ideal for small family reunions, conferences and weddings, and offers business professionals and families alike the best opportunity to experience the beauty and wonder of our area.
A minimum stay of 2 nights is recommended to enjoy all the activities on the farm and in the area.
Casa Babi
This is one of the special accommodations in Vilanculos. The boutique guesthouse Casa Babi is located on one of the most beautiful and lively beaches in town and has a real B&B atmosphere.
All of Casa Babi's accommodations provide views of the Bazaruto Archipelago's islands, excellent comfort and spectacular sea views while being only a few steps from the beach. During your stay, our swimming pool, the restaurant, an in-house dive center with kite-surf school, and other activities will add to your comfort and enjoyment here in Mozambique.
Our Accommodation
Large mosquito nets, silent wooden fans, roomy and light bathrooms will contribute to a most enjoyable stay, whether you choose one of the four deluxe sea-view bedrooms or the family cottage for self-catering.
The four luxury rooms in the main building have one of the nicest sea views in Vilanculos. Each room has a private balcony with breathtaking views of the Bazaruto Islands and the spectacular beach life of a traditional African fishing village. For those who want, the king size bed may be divided into two comfortable single beds.
The cottage, located in the back of our lovely garden, offers two bedrooms, each with an en-suite bathroom, a fully fitted kitchen and a cozy living area. A nice sea breeze and the sea view can be enjoyed from the balcony. It can sleep up to 5 people comfortably. Our restaurant is open for overnight guests who do not want to cook and offers breakfast as well as a creative, fresh cuisine - an Italian, French, Thai and Mozambican fusion!
Activities
We are the only accommodation in town with an on-site activity center where you can go diving, snorkeling or kite-surfing.
Stand-up paddle boards and kayaks are available for use at Casa Babi (at no cost to Casa Babi guests).
Our chef Zita would be glad to demonstrate how to make some of Mozambique's most famous meals. Allow her to take you to the market to select the ingredients you'll need, as well as demonstrate how to make your own coconut milk and put everything together for a delicious meal (3 to 5 hours).
Massages are available with a masseur / masseuse who will come to your veranda and treat you.
the Country Cabin
A perfect stay for two in St. Helena Bay at the Country Cabin. Country life, sea view as well as breathtaking sunrises over the bay with the mountains in the distance, and golden sunsets over the ocean and the Bay of Paternoster - Enjoy all this and more at our charming, air-conditioned/heated holiday home and self-catering accommodation, which is decorated with beautiful paintings by German artist and hostess Barbara.
In complete privacy, the Country Cabin offers you an irresistible opportunity to enjoy the calm waters of the bay; whale and dolphin watching, boat trips up the Bergriver, and of course, hundreds of bird species to be seen. Bucks, duikers, hares and tortoises will keep you company too. The more adventurous can go swimming, surfing, horse riding, kite-boarding, fishing, sea kayaking and "mussel jiving". Other sporting activities in the area comprise golfing, tennis and bowls. Alternatively, go for a walk or cycling, and relax afterwards on the beach which is a 7 minute drive away or in our garden by the pool.
While the cosy bedroom comes with a double bed plus a bathroom and caters for one couple, the futon in the lounge can comfortably accommodate a child.
The open plan kitchen / lounge leads onto a lovely patio for you to enjoy breakfasts and sundowners, right next to the rustic Boma for your braais (barbecues), whilst enjoying the glorious views.
Central to most popular tourist attractions, our holiday house is the perfect place from which to discover South Africa's West Coast and its surrounds.
Coming home to the peaceful and secluded Country Cabin will be a treat, after a day of exploring Postberg, Tietiesbaai and quaint, picturesque small villages such as Paternoster, Elands Bay, Lamberts Bay and Langebaan - a superb way to meet with the locals and experience their culture and food. Closer still is Shelley Point with its country club and spa as well as a choice of restaurants.
De Hoop Collection
Few other South African reserves offer as complete an outdoor experience as De Hoop - sea, sand dunes, the vlei, a floral sensation of rare fynbos plants, game viewing such as diverse antelope, and the Potberg Mountains await.
Our Accommodation
The De Hoop Collection is a resort-like lodge and offers a wide choice of accommodation which ranges from affordable self-catering chalets to more luxurious self-catering cottages and upmarket fully catered lodges as well as camping in one of the most beautiful parts of South Africa. There is something for everyone, from families travelling on a limited budget, couples seeking a comfortable but affordable breakaway to top-end fully inclusive weddings and honeymoons. Catered and self catered options are available for most accommodation types.
Our latest edition is the off-the-grid De Mond Villa, a newly restored (in 2023) and refurbished villa on the vlei’s edge. Enjoy an exclusive blend of authenticity, luxury and comfort. With five en-suite bedrooms, this brand-new villa comes with incredible views, awesome interior décor, Wi-Fi and a private outside area with barbeque and swimming pool. Here, spectacular birdlife awaits you and possible sightings of wild bush pigs, otters, rock dassies, herds of eland and even leopard tracks. This new accommodation is completely off the grid, thanks to a combination of solar and gas facilities. De Mond Villa is fully catered and guided activities which include a marine walk, nature drive, mountain biking as well as a bird and vlei walk.
Activities
Activities at De Hoop Nature Reserve are diverse and guests can choose between various day walks through the rich fynbos plains or along the deserted coastline, or mountain biking along the many gravel roads as well as scenic game drives. Whilst hikers and cyclists have close-up encounters with bonteboks, Cape mountain zebras, eland antelopes, baboons and ostriches, birders observe wading birds on the shores of the vlei. There is also a resident colony of endangered Cape vultures in the Potberg Mountains.
Lazing on the beach and snorkelling in the many turquoise rock pools is simply another way to pass a rewarding day. Day visitors are welcome and our on-site restaurant is open daily.
Drakenzicht Mountain Cottage
Self-catering at the foot of the uKhahlamba Drakensberg Mountains and World Heritage Site, with unsurpasseded views. Our child-friendly farm house, Drakenzicht Mountain Cottage nestles peacefully amid springs and streams, 27km southwest of Winterton and offers a scenic retreat or a fantastic family holiday in the Champagne valley. Our farm house is situated on a breathtaking 50 acres property and has been nestling peacefully at the foot of the Central Berg for more than five decades.
Our Accommodation
Our holiday house Drakenzicht has three guest rooms (2 bedrooms with double beds and one with 2 single beds) and a fourth outside room with two bunkbeds. A sleeper couch in one of the double rooms provides extra sleeping space.
The open plan lounge and dining area has a TV and a satellite dish, with DSTV (satellite television programmes) activated on request.
The farmhouse kitchen is equipped with all the necessary amenities. But the star feature of our self-catering accommodation is the lovely covered verandah which serves as entertainment area, with a generous wooden table seating ten and an equally generous view of the mountainous horizon. The open braai (barbecue) facility on the outskirt of our elevated property shares this sweeping panorama.
Activities
Come tread more than 3km of the cleared trails through our meadows. Benches dot the landscape overlooking a gorge and the valley below, with the mountains Giants Castle, Injasuthi, Champagne Castle and Cleft Peak all in plain view. The bird life in our lush garden is abundant, and vervet monkeys, birds of prey, bushbuck or even the endangered ground hornbill might surprise you on your lazy afternoon stroll.
Our holiday house is perfectly positioned to explore the numerous hiking and mountain bike routes of the Central Drakensberg, as well as its various golf courses and horse riding opportunities.
Enjoy an amazing Drakensberg stay.
Fossil Hills
Welcome to our child-friendly Fossil Hills Wine Farm Accommodation in the Breede River valley near McGregor. Thornvilla has been producing wine since 1950 and has been in the Naudé family for 3 generations and is currently a working wine farm. Forming part of the McGregor Winery, grapes, plums, apricots and various vegetables are harvested each year.
The name Fossil Hills, comes from the fossils that were and are still found on the farm which date back to the fish age of 355 million years ago.
Come and enjoy the peace and quietness of staying on a working wine farm near the most beautiful town in the Western Cape, McGregor. Here life is slow, tranquil and gentle.
Choose from our 4 self-catering cottages and houses, all providing you with total privacy and allowing you to relax in total privacy while enjoying our spectacular mountain views. Facilities include 2 mountain bikes, a kayak and a boat.
Indalu Game Lodge
Join us for a memorable vacation on the Garden Route at our stunning Indalu Game Reserve and lodge, located just 20km from Albertinia and 30km from Mossel Bay in the Western Cape, South Africa. Our game lodge is situated only a few kilometres from the magnificent coastline in one of the best adventure holiday destinations in the world. Jet in with a private craft to the Mossel Bay airfield or journey on from the George airport which is 70 km away, and you can reach the Cape Town International Airport on an easy 3.5 hours drive.
Safari Accommodation
For the discerning visitors who want to prolong their stay at Indalu, there are luxury chalets on the banks of the river with personalised service and a fully equipped central kitchen for self-catering and outside lapa area. Dinner and breakfast are available as optional extras.
Each chalet is equipped with 3/4 twin beds and a queen-size bed, with one bathroom that has a shower, basin and toilet.
Game Viewing
Day visitors welcome. Indalu, the Xhosa word for nature, is set between rolling hills and valleys and has been created as a sanctuary for a number of elephants where they roam free in their natural environment.
We offer guided tours with these gentle giants so you can get up close and personal with the animals. Touch, feed and interact with these majestic creatures in their natural habitat.
From the mist shrouding the bush at dawn until the blazing sunsets behind the distant mountains, the magic of Indalu will provide unforgettable memories.
Karoo View Cottages
Are you dreaming of wide open vistas, spectacular views, peaceful tranquillity, romantic sun rises and sun sets as well as clear starry nights, birding, cycling or hiking in beautiful nature? If so, you are in the right spot at our Karoo View Cottages to experience true Karoo life.
A warm welcome to our pet and child-friendly, luxurious self-catering accommodation in Prince Albert. With magnificent Swartberg and Karoo views, and yet within easy walking distance from the village.
Our Accommodation
At Karoo View, we have in different locations four open plan, spacious and wheelchair-friendly Karoo-styled holiday houses which are beautifully furnished, married with attention to detail as well as tastefully and individually decorated with your comfort in mind. All cottages have large window views overlooking our natural indigenous gardens, the Robert Gordon Kopje, the village of Prince Albert and the Swartberg mountains.
Our private Masterclass Cottage boasts a large bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a separate lounge-kitchen area. This self-contained cottage is sleeping either 2 or 4 guests if the luxury double sleeper couch in the lounge is used.
And there is our Karoo Masterclass House which offers you three spacious bedrooms sleeping 6 people, and a pool as well as many modern conveniences.
Kingfisher Lakeside Retreat
A slice of paradise on the KwaZulu-Natal South Coast in South Africa, our child-friendly Kingfisher Lakeside Retreat is situated in the village of Trafalgar on the edge of the recently rehabilitated Black Lake and a mere 5 minute walk to a pristine sandy beach. Enjoy glamping on the Natal Coast - We offer guests the freedom and closeness to nature of a camping trip, with the convenience of luxurious self-catering facilities.
Our Accommodation
On the border of the Mpenjati Nature Reserve, which is part of the coastal Trafalgar Marine Reserve, our resort offers those who enjoy a luxurious outdoor experience an exclusive, upmarket tented camp and one holiday cottage with a pool.
Overlooking a freshwater lake, our four stunning tents are built on wooden decks and raised off the ground, each sleeping 4 people. All en-suite bathrooms lead to semi-outdoor, double showers. Two units are wheelchair-friendly. A barbecue facility with an outside bench and table is also provided.
A luxurious home-away-from-home, the Fisheagle holiday cottage sleeps 4 people and has two en-suite bedrooms, modern conveniences for self-catering as well as a fantastic sparkling pool!
Activities
Activities on our property include dam and surf fishing, bird watching, surfing and swimming on our main Blue Flag status beach. When the conditions allow, the rocky reef just offshore, provides an excellent spot for snorkelling, where you will find fossilised remains of shellfish, various fish species, plant material and petrified wood. We also provide a canoe and paddleboat free of charge for some fun aequatic exercise on the dam.
Mont Fleur B&B
With amazing sea views, our bed and breakfast Mont Fleur nestles at the base of the mountainside in the quaint town of Wilderness on South Africa's Garden Route and welcomes you to a unique setting. We are located just minutes from the long sandy beach and less than a 1km stroll form the village, featuring some of the Garden Route’s best restaurants. If you are looking for a relaxed and inviting atmosphere, unsurpassed sea views, friendly staff and tasty homemade treats as well as a great location, book yourselves in at Mont Fleur!
Our Accommodation
We offer child-friendly bed & breakfast accommodation, with lunch and / or dinner on request (half board /full board) and a choice of cosy en-suite guestrooms at the main house or cottages - each is equipped with DSTV (satellite TV), Wi-Fi, tea and coffee facilities as well as a safe.
Take a dip in the swimming pool, unwind afterwards in our garden which offers a variety of flowers to enjoy as well as birds to spot! Alternatively, relax on the veranda or in the guest lounge, have a barbeque and sip sundowners.
Mulligans Guest Lodge
For all keen golfers and nature lovers the Mulligan Guest Lodge is your perfect spot to break away from the hustle and bustle of life.
Play golf on your doorstep at this beautiful guesthouse in Hermanus, situated on the 27th fairway of the Hermanus Golf Course. We are also situated across the road from the famous Hermanus cliff paths where you can take a stroll and enjoy some whale watching, in season. The town centre with its interesting shops and good restaurants is just 1 km away.
Our Accommodation
Relax around our sparkling pool with refreshments from the honesty bar, at our casual pub or in our lovely guest lounge.
All six of our airy, traditional en-suite guest rooms, including two loft rooms, and the cottage for self-catering offer modern amenities, breathtaking views of the golf course and the Klein River Mountains.
Upgraded rooms add private balconies where you can watch the sunset over the mountains, while the free-standing cottage has a separate living room and a kitchen. However, we serve daily a full breakfast.
Mvuu Lodge
The place of the hippo - Tucked away in Zambia, our stunning Mvuu African Safari Lodge is situated right on the banks of the Zambezi River which is home to a plethora of intriguing flora and fauna. Our friendly staff will make you feel welcome, passionate chefs conjure up superb meals, informed guides make your safari experience completely unforgettable!
The magnificent Zambezi River is undoubtedly a bucket list destination and our team would like to share this enchanting African paradise with you.
Our Accommodation
At Mvuu Lodge we live close to nature. Our luxury tented camps, self catering and bush camp accommodation is situated in a secluded location deep within the game rich Chiawa area, next to the Zambezi National Park and opposite the world heritage site of Mana Pools.
Choose between the 10 luxury stone Bemba cottages and safari tents or for self-catering the en-suite Tonga chalets which are equally comfortable and have one family unit, as well as our famous campsites. Alternatively enjoy a luxurious stay at our elegant flagship tent, Shaka Deluxe, which is tucked away from the main camp and, with its lounge area, a king size bed and two single beds, is equally ideal for a family of four or for a secluded couples retreat.
Activities
Game drives, fishing, canoeing and river cruises. Mvuu has a variety of activities for the whole family. Indigenous bush surrounds our lodge, wildlife roam freely through the camp and the almost un-spoilt, abundant river offers phenomenal game fishing, with trophy, catch and release Tiger fishing being our specialty. Alternatively relax in our swimming pool area.
Dining
Our thatched restaurant and bar, with its stunning deck that extends over the banks of the Zambezi River, is the perfect spot for absorbing those breathtaking sunsets whilst sipping a sundowner, dining out under a canopy of brightly lit stars whilst the evening fire and sounds of the bush fill the background, or for having your early morning coffee whilst the dramatic dawn announces the new day in true African splendour. The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner on a set menu basis, and the bar is open from 10.00 till 22:00.
If you are camping or on a self-catering package, you are more than welcome to join us at the bar or restaurant for a meal or two if you are not in the mood for cooking. Please book these meals in advance with your accommodation, so that the kitchen can plan ahead in terms of supplies.
Nieuwewerf
Nieuwewerf offers luxury self-catering accommodation in Prince Albert in three accessible Karoo cottages. No expense has been spared to ensure your comfort.
Our Accommodation
Nieuwehuyz can sleep up to 4 persons, Nieuwerust up to 6 persons and Nieuweschuur up to 2 persons (with access to the loft apartment via a staircase). Each of the cottages has a large kitchen-living-area, modern en-suite bathrooms, air conditioning in the bedrooms, and courtyards. Nieuwerust and Nieuweschuur each has a plunge pool. Enjoy great views and outdoor living at this nostalgic Karoo retreat.
Accessibility
Nieuwewerf incorporates universal accessible and green architectural elements in the design and planning of the development. For example, grab rails are tastefully integrated with the other architectural design features in the bathrooms.
Similar consideration and attention to detail was given to the lighting, gradients and level differences, under counter accessibility, height of switches and controls, as well as ventilation and climate control. Level access from the paved parking area to entrances and patios is provided.
Bedrooms are spacious with en-suite modern bathrooms which are equipped with lever taps, adjustable hand-showers as well as overhead showers.
Dining areas and spacious kitchens lead onto enclosed courtyards.
Panorama Chalets & Rest Camp
Ideally situated on the Mpumalanga Escarpment, Panorama Chalets & Rest Camp is your self-catering accommodation in Graskop, with a breathtaking view over the Mpumalanga Lowveld and the Graskop Gorge which has captured many a heart. The high mountains and cliffs, the forests and grasslands, the waterfalls and rivers are all present and visible from this magical place. This is truly the ideal setting for your next holiday in South Africa or stopover.
Here you can leave the hectic city life behind, relax in the tranquility, fresh air and wide open space. Cool off or swim in or just relax around our unique natural rock pool. The perfect spot to enjoy the great view. The more adventurous guests will be able to explore the area in and around Graskop on many outdoor activities.
Panorama Rest Camp was established in 1965 by Mr Hennie Prinsloo. His vision was to provide a place of peace and tranquility for the traveller and holidaymaker. Many things have changed over the years. Amongst others, the chalets were upgraded from a basic room with communal ablutions to self-catering chalets and more recent to more comfortable chalets. There is one thing that has stayed the same, the peace and tranquility at an affordable price. This is and will be our motto.
Self Catering
Chalets for 2 to 6 guests are available. Relax in tranquil surrounds and enjoy your stay without the bling. We don't boast 5 star accommodation or any luxuries and we don't provide it either. What we provide is basic, adequate, clean and comfortable lodging.
Camping
Our Tent, caravan and motorhome camp sites are semi grassed, semi shaded stands with 220V/10A power outlets, braai stands and adequate lighting which will make your camping experience a good one. Who you bring along may just make it the best one!
Amenities
An on-site restaurant with art gallery as well as a kiosk / shop are also available.
Rhino River Lodge
Situated 30kms north of Hluhluwe-Imfolozi Park, our family-owned and operated Big 5 Rhino River Lodge is located in the magnificent, 23,000-hectare Manyoni Private Game Reserve in the very heart of Zululand. This area is renowned for its African wildlife and rich cultural heritage.
Our relaxed safari lodge has a reputation for excellent customer service and superior value for money. Experience South Africa at its best, amongst untamed nature and warm hospitality. Join us for our guided game drives in an open safari vehicle, where a knowledgeable ranger will show you the Big 5 and many other African animals and birds. Enjoy hearty South African cuisine highlighting local ingredients, served under the stars around a campfire. Indulge in a comfortable night’s sleep in our well-appointed safari accommodation.
Accommodation
Rhino River Lodge offers three types of accommodation to suit our guests’ various needs. Guests can choose from double en-suite luxury rooms, family chalets or one of our two-bedroom private safari homes (the Cottage and the Homestead). The camp accommodates a maximum of 24 people at any time. Our game lodge grounds sprawl through an area of thick riverine vegetation, rich with bird and animal life, and filled with magnificent fig and fever trees. The grounds include the reception with curio shop, a swimming pool, a dining room with bar and a guest lounge. Wi-Fi is also available.
Safari Activities
We have become one of the premier wildlife viewing destinations in Kwa-Zulu Natal and feature beautiful varied landscapes from acacia thornveld to open savannah and riverine forest. Game drives are regulated by the reserve and coordinated by ecotourism businesses to minimize the impact on the environment and the wildlife and to provide guests a better and more intimate game viewing experience.
While on a guided safari at Rhino River Lodge you will have the opportunity to not only see the Big 5 - rhino, elephant, buffalo, leopard and lion, but also cheetahs, wild dogs and much more game. Your day will begin just before the sun rises as guests meet up at the main lodge area for a cup of coffee or tea and freshly baked muffin before the three hour morning game drive begins at first light, which includes a midway coffee/tea break.
Upon returning to camp, enjoy a full English-style breakfast. After breakfast the day is yours to relax and at approximately 1:30 a light lunch will be served. The afternoon game drive begins about 2.5 hours before sunset. Just before sunset the game drive vehicle will stop for a special safari tradition, the sundowner. As the sun sets, take in the air, sights and sounds of the African bush while having a refreshing beverage. The drive will continue on for a short while after the sun sets, in search of the more rarely observed nocturnal animals.
Back at camp, a hearty three-course dinner is served, weather-permitting, under the stars around the campfire under the stars. After dinner, you are welcome to join us around the campfire for a night cap.
Thabaphaswa Mountain Sanctuary
A favourite basis en-route to Kruger Park in South Africa or other African countries, our pet-friendly Thabaphaswa Mountain Sanctuary offers several rustic self-catering accommodations near Mokopane and bush camping in the stunning nature of Limpopo's Waterberg area.
The Thabaphaswa mountain towers over the adjacent hills. “Thabaphaswa”, in the local dialect, means the mountain of the black and white bull - a well-known landmark to the inhabitants and ethnic groups in the area which describes the coloured patterns of the indigenous Nguni cattle.
Our Accommodation
Thabaphaswa conceals, in its magnificent natural setting, one of South Africa’s best-kept architectural and leisure secrets - an evocative mountain retreat. Designed by the inimitable Heinrich Kammeyer and custom-made, our camps fit perfectly into their specific sites. The owners’ wish to blend nature and the use of natural materials were perfectly executed.
Thabaphaswa provides a wide range of accommodation on a working Ngui farm offering the choice between self-catering or camping for individual travellers, families or travel groups. The two cottages and our three bush camps are camouflaged between the big boulders on the farm which blend into the mountain landscape. Please note that we do not have electricity in any of our accommodation. The farmhouse has solar power for emergency use such as charging mobile devices though.
Our camp sites are totally different from those mostly found in South Africa at holiday resorts and caravan parks. If you want to feel part of the African wilderness, camp out in the bush and the mountains, then you ahve come to the right place. Our campsites are far apart for more privacy and are spread out in the bush under shady trees. Each can accommodate at least two tents/trailers/caravans, although there are campsites that can accommodate eight tents or more for larger groups of campers.
Thabaphaswa is a special destination for the true nature lover. Experience the most amazing sunrises when the sun grazes the mountain tops. Gaze at the stars on clear evenings from your bed in our uniquely designed shelters. Enjoy a hot outdoor shower and prepare breakfast under a canopy of trees.
And last, but not least, our working Nguni cattle and stud farm provides the complete adventure experience, offering hiking, mountain biking, 4×4 trails, rock climbing, abseiling, birding, swimming and fishing in a dam as well as farm holidays within a 3 hours drive from the international OR Tambo airport in Johannesburg. You can also discover the variety of game, bird and plant life of the area on our property.
The Loerie’s View
This comfortable self-catering holiday house is situated in the peaceful town of Wilderness. It’s named after the beautiful, very elusive Knysna Loerie, which is normally difficult to spot in its natural habitat. However, the Knysna Loerie can be regularly seen in the indigenous bush surrounding The Loerie’s View, which is a special sight and unique feature. The name also emphasises the breathtaking sea and mountain views, which can be appreciated from every room and all outside decks. We are within walking distance of the swimming beach, lagoon, wellness centre and spa and the village centre where you’ll find a vast variety of shops and quality restaurants to enjoy.
Our Accommodation
The lounge and dining room form a comfortable living area with Wi-Fi, DSTV and a dining table seating 6 people. There is also an outside wooden deck with a Weber braai (barbecue), umbrella and deck chairs. Enjoy the beautiful sea and mountain views from the deck whether you are having a barbecue or just relax in the sun.
There are two spacious en-suite bedrooms of which each has DStv (dual view) and a private wooden deck. While the main bedroom has a double bed, the second bedroom offers two single beds.
Activities
The scenic little seaside town of Wilderness lies at the Indian Ocean in the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains and is renowned as well as trademarked for its famous hospitality, the long stretches of sandy beach, peace, tranquillity and its amazing scenery in which you can go hiking, mountain-biking, bird watching, see dolphins and do seasonal whale watching, hang gliding, paragliding, abseiling and all sorts of water sports.Be sure to experience one of the most scenic and relaxing destinations on the Garden Route which is only a 10 minute drive to George and 30 minutes to Knysna.
Tranquil Guest Cottage
Our double-storey Tranquil Guest Cottage offers comfortable self-catering accommodation in Pretoria East and is situated in the lovely, park-rich suburb of Faerie Glen, within a guarded security village and with easy accessibility to good restaurants, recreational activities, monuments, golf courses and luxury shopping malls as well as to highways and the OR Tambo International Airport.
Our Accommodation
Apart from free Wi-Fi, our tastefully furnished Tranquil Guest Cottage comprises 2 bedrooms which sleep a maximum of 4 guests and has a private, lobby-like entrance that leads to the open-plan lounge, dining area, kitchen and bathroom, which is fitted with a shower and complimentary toiletries. The kitchen is fully equipped for self-catering with a fridge, oven and gas stove, microwave and kettle. The lounge offers 4 comfortable sofa chairs and a wall-mounted, flat-screen TV with DSTV (satellite television). Coffee, tea and milk are available; thereafter you have to supply your own.
There is a spiral staircase which leads to a working space and 2 bedrooms that open up onto a veranda with a table and chairs to enjoy sundowners and/or breakfast. Due to the spiral staircase, our holiday house is neither fit for elderly people nor for children younger than 4 years and is not wheelchair-accessible.
While the Sunrise bedroom has a double bed, the Sunset bedroom comes with 2 single beds. Each of these two guest rooms has 2 chairs and a walk-in closet with a safe as well as a door leading to the veranda. Guests also have access to their own private braai (barbecue) area and another veranda with a table and chairs.
Please inquire with us about ou rates.
Zanzibar for You
Our company manages a group of preferred family hotels and private villas on the island with years of experience in the hospitality business with the view to provide personalized and impeccable services and vacation of a difference.
What we believe is: Your vacation and journey begins with the right choice you make on the type of accommodation. From there onwards, you can relax and embrace yourself for the voyage of a lifetime.
Zanzibar for you is born for those travellers who do not like all-inclusive package tours, crowded resorts but who want their holiday to be also an emotional experience to live in the total relax of a still untouched area.
ZANZIBAR FOR YOU is a choice, a philosophy of life, a way of being...it's your dream in your heaven...
