Grootbos Nature Reserve - Gansbaai (South Africa)

Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is one of South Africa's premier ecotourism destinations. With its over 1000 hectares of fynbos nature Grootbos provides guests with a unique opportunity to experience the natural wonders of the marine, coastal and inland ecosystems of the Cape. Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is situated on the hills above Walker Bay, which is the best land-based viewing area in the world for Southern Right whales. Offshore islands are home to penguins, thousands of seals, a multitude of seabirds as well as Great White sharks.

Nestling in the indigenous Milkwood forest are 9 luxury stone cottages built from locally hewn stone and timber. Each cottage has a separate lounge with open fireplace and 1 or 2 en-suite bedrooms. Spacious wooden sun decks with panoramic sea and mountain views. Grootbos offers a wide range of activities, such as horse riding, mountain biking, hiking, guided 4x4 drives and boat trips.