Grootbos
Hermanus, South Africa
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Why we love it
Go for a relaxed ride through the fynbos or ride one of the special horses that are specifically trained for the beach, and head off along the dunes.
These peaceful giants of the deep come to Walker Bay to mate and calf in the sanctuary of the Bay. The Walker Bay rocky outcrops offer close viewing points from elevated positions.
Besides seeing the amazing whales, this trip offers a complete experience of the Marine Big Five, which includes the whales, dolphins, African Penguins, Cape Fur Seals and surface viewing of the Great White Shark.
Your time at Grootbos will mean that you'll never look at plants and flowers in quite the same way again. The 800 recorded plant species in the 2,500 hectares of pristine wilderness will bring the fascinating story of fynbos and forest to life.
Learn how Grootbos' various projects are changing lives and conserving this protected wilderness, as the entire experience has been designed around protecting the community and nature around.
Knowledgeable guides are geared to give bird watchers of all levels a winged overview of these magnificent creatures that enliven the skies of the reserve.
For those who just want to relax, enjoy an array of spa treatments in the comfort of your own suite.
Enjoy an entrancing stroll through the Milkwood forest or a more revitalising hike up fynbos-clad mountains, exploring the trails on your own or joining guides to discover more about the ecosystem.
This is the ultimate ride from Grootbos Nature Reserve down the mountain to the top of the sand dunes, before scaling down the vertical dune face for the adrenaline seekers.
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Missy & Harry
Absolutely amazing holiday. Garonga is heaven! We did everything possible and our guide was brilliant and hilarious. I can definitely recommend True Travel for their excellent advice and professionalism – they clearly are very knowledgeable about where they send their clients and made sure we had a worry-free holiday that perfectly suited us. We were particular grateful for the collection off our flight and help onto our transfer in Johannesburg, which included a very nifty queue jump due to their reputation!
Call +44 (0)203 137 1247
Call +1 (800) 635 8124