Grootbos Forest Lodge
Country: South Africa
Destination: Whale Coast
Style: Nature Lodge
Number of Rooms: 16
Nestled in an ancient Milkwood forest surrounded by rolling hills of fynbos and majestic mountains, the 2 luxury Lodges and 2 exclusive villas at Grootbos all offer breathtaking views and a complete immersion into the pristine natural surroundings.
The Forest Lodge is a sophisticated contemporary design with 16 freestanding suites carefully embedded in the ancient Milkwood forest, accessed via an enchanted cobbled pathway beneath the forest canopy.
Large glass doors open out onto spacious wooden decks perched over the forest canopy.
The main guest area features a variety of elegant dining venues, a bar, lounge, curio shop and conference centre, spacious wooden decks and an infinity pool.
Five-course dinners are served in the cosy restaurants with views of the Walker bay. Breakfast buffets, light lunches are also served in the restaurants. Picnics available on request.
The guiding team includes botanists and nature conservationists with all round knowledge of the flora, marine and bird life of the region. Some of the vast varieties of activities you can enjoy are guided nature walks, beach picnics, coastal and cave tours, as well as bird watching excursions.
At extra cost are marine Big 5 boat-based tour to Dyer Island, shark cage diving, whale watching (June-December), quad biking, spa treatments, and much much more!