WHALE ROUTE Grootbos

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Less than two hours drive from Cape Town, Grootbos Private Nature Reserve is set in 2,500 acres of indigenous bush, with sweeping views of Walker Bay. During whale season (July to November), the cliffs of Walker Bay offer the 'Best land-based whale watching in the world.' Huge Southern Right Whales come here to calve and mate and loll around in the breakers just a few metres off shore. Boat trips also reveal huge sea bird colonies and Cape fur seals.

Grootbos is home to two exclusive 5 star sanctuaries - Garden Lodge and Forest Lodge which are set among the ancient Milkwood trees. The large, private suites give you a chance to unwind, surrounded by the splendours of nature and pampered by five star hospitality.

From each luxury suite you can admire the sunsets over the ocean or start the day in tune with the forest birds. Natural textures and colours bring the harmony of nature into your suite. Spacious, finely appointed bathrooms complete the feeling of utter indulgence. Strolling between your suite and the main lodge, winding pathways will guide you past the largest Milkwood forests in the world.

Activities on offer at Grootbos are plentiful. Since it is located on its own reserve, which is the largest private fynbos garden in the world, Grootbos is able to offer a lot more than the obvious whale watching excursions. Take a guided walk, horse ride or 4x4 drive through the reserve, stroll through the age old Milkwood forest or sit silently and experience the variety of birds who have made the area their home.