Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Unwind in an ancient South African forest at a private nature reserve
Embark on a five-day adventure at Grootbos with guided cave tours, safaris, beach picnics, and more
More...The Experience
Immerse yourself in pristine wilderness with four nights in a luxury suite at the award-winning Garden Lodge in Grootbos Nature Reserve. Feel the thrill of a guided tour through the UNESCO World Heritage Site Klipgat Cave with a sunset beach picnic. Revel in a botanical safari, forage with a chef, dine in a wine cellar, go on a beehive expedition, and visit the Florilegium and the Grootbos' Spaces for Sport. Uncover hundreds of rare plants, birds, and other animals within an ancient forest with an expert guide. Plus, gain insight into the reserve's efforts in tackling food insecurity, conserving endangered fynbos, and more. Exclusively for Mastercard cardholders.
What's priceless
Expanding your environmental awareness while exploring 1000-year-old forests with your most treasured nature lover.
The highlights
- Stay four nights in a luxury suite at Garden Lodge in Grootbos Nature Preserve
- Tour the UNESCO World Heritage Site Klipgat Cave
- Take a guided botanical safari
- Visit the Grootbos Foundation and Spaces for Sport Project
- Forage with the chef and dine in the wine cellar
Details
- Priceless experiences are reserved for Mastercard cardholders
- Experience is valid throughout the year and until further notice, upon reservation
- Price listed is per person per package based on 2 adults sharing
- The itinerary:
- Day 1
- 12:30 p.m. onwards: Arrival at Grootbos and Lunch
- 2 p.m.: Check-in
- 3 p.m.: Paleo Science Experience: Visit Klipgat Cave and a Beach Excursion with sundowners on the beach
- 7 p.m.: Dinner at the Lodge
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Day 2
- 7:30 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9:30 a.m.: 4x4 Botanical Safari with visit of the Hannarie Wenhold Botanical Art Gallery
- 12:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 3 p.m.: Entomology Experience
- 6:30 p.m.: Dinner
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Day 3
- 7:30 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9 a.m.: Tour of The Grootbos Foundation with all our sustainability projects
- 12:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 3 p.m.: Visit our Spaces for Sport Project
- 6:30 p.m.: Dinner
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Day 4
- 7:30 a.m.: visit to Organic Farm and Beehive Experience
- 12:30 p.m.: Lunch
- 3 p.m.: Foraging with our Chef
- 6:30 p.m.: Botanical Dinner in our wine cellar
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Day 5
- 7:30 a.m.: Breakfast
- 9 a.m.: Milkwood Forest Walk
- 11:00 a.m.: Check-out & Departure
Fine Print
- This experience is non-refundable upon purchase, unless otherwise noted