Cape Grace, A Fairmont Managed Hotel | Cape Town
A graceful icon, crafting bespoke journeys into the essence of the Cape.
Welcome Home. Standing at the heart of the V&A Waterfront is a figure that evokes familiarity, comfort, and a sense of adventure – Cape Grace is a timeless presence. With rooms gazing out onto the harbour, marina, or the majestic silhouette of Table Mountain, this grand hotel feels as if it has always been part of the landscape. Every visit, even the first, truly feels like a homecoming. As you bid farewell, all those moments turned into memories linger in your heart, a gentle reminder that no matter where life takes you, Cape Grace will always welcome you back home.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Your Rooms
Fast Facts
5 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, French, German, Portuguese, Xhosa, Zulu
No. Rooms: 114
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Indigenous Culture / Art, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Watersports, Wine
With views of the working harbour, these rooms offer elegant furnishing, and timeless contemporary decor complimented by luxurious linen. French doors, dressing area, and lavish en-suite marbled bathroom. Twin beds and interleading rooms are available on request.
Accommodates two adults and one additional child (5 years or younger) on an extra toddler bed.
With breathtaking views of the iconic mountain and tranquil yacht marina, these rooms offer elegant furnishing and timeless decor. French doors with ample room space and a dressing area.
Interleading rooms and twin beds are available on request. Accommodates two adults and one child (5 years or younger) on an extra toddler bed.
Glorious views of the iconic mountain, seamlessly equipped to cater to all your needs
These rooms offer elegant furnishing and timeless décor framed by glorious views of the iconic mountain and tranquil yacht marina.
Dressing area, roll in shower and separate tub both with grab bars, step out balcony.
Seamlessly equipped to cater to all your needs:
Ramp access to the balcony and extra room for wheelchair accessibility.
Rail assistance around the bath and water closet.
Shower and bath seat, available on request.
Panic button available for emergencies.
With a generous step-out balcony from where to enjoy the sights and sounds of either the working harbour or mountain and yacht marina, the abundant size and walk in closet makes this room ideal for couples or young families alike.
Accommodates two adults and one child (12 years or younger) on an extra bed.
Views from the balcony of either Cape Town’s working harbour or Table Mountain and the yacht marina. Situated on the top floor, each room is designed to feel like a private retreat – perfect for those looking to escape from it all.
Enjoy the privacy of the top floor with views of either the working harbour or yacht marina and Table Mountain. Providing seclusion and serenity with large living and terrace space, to soak up all that Cape Town has to offer.
Exquisitely detailed, with views of either the working harbour or mountain and marina. The timeless design incapsulates the separate lounge and dining area. Luxurious linen and lavish marbled bathroom complete this stylish room.
Accommodates two adults and one additional child (12 years or younger) on an extra bed.
Elegant and timeless decor, separate lounge and dining area. Generously sized rooms, including a balcony overlooking either the yacht marina or Cape Town’s working harbour – a blissful setting for solo travellers and couples alike.
Accommodates two adults and one additional child (12 years or younger) on an extra bed.
Extended balcony, luxurious home comforts, elegant lounge, and dining area make the collective spaces ideal for families or friends. Two private en-suite bedrooms with rich furnishings, ensure an indulgent stay.
Accommodates four adults and up to one additional child (12 years or younger) on an extra bed.
Enjoy time away with family or friends in this expansive suite. Three en-suite bedrooms, separate kitchen, stylish dining room, and balcony overlooking the working Harbour and V&A Waterfront ideal for socialising in comfort and style.
Accommodates six adults and up two additional children (12 years or younger) on extra beds. *
The classic contemporary space encourages total relaxation. One bedroom, private terrace and Jacuzzi, ideal for couples or those wishing to indulge in ultimate seclusion. Views of the working harbour or yacht marina and mountain.
The spectacular Two Bedroom suite offers a stylish lounge, dining area with private bar and butlers pantry, leading to an expansive terrace with sweeping views of Cape Town. A space curated to offer pure tranquillity and escape.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Disability Services, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Iron / Ironing Board, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
ATM, Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
In the nature of its namesake, Heirloom finds its values in preserving the rich heritage of culinary tradition, nurturing it with care and dedication to create enduring experiences that echo through time.
At Heirloom, we celebrate the unhurried spirit and bountiful terroir of South Africa through the rhythm of each passing season. Guided by the culinary expertise of Chef Gregory Czarnecki, renowned for his mastery of flavours, our restaurant stands as a living legacy where tradition finds fresh expression, creativity flourishes, and stories are told through taste, texture, and exceptional technique.
Our menus spotlight the finest and purest seasonal ingredients, locally sourced from cherished partners. Our cuisine is a symphony of simplicity and refinement, a treasure to be passed down through generations. Each dish artfully plated and paired with exquisite wines hailing from our celebrated wine regions.
Within our newly refreshed walls, overlooking captivating views of the V&A Waterfront marina and iconic Table Mountain, we extend a warm invitation, enveloping you in an ambiance of refined charm. Discover the inviting comfort, the grandeur of our bar taking centre stage, and a private dining room for more intimate moments.
Committed to excellence and attentive service, dining at Heirloom promises an unforgettable journey, a cherished memory to revisit – time and again.
Step into our LibraryLounge; a cosy retreat.
For those who appreciate the combination of literary charm, mixology mastery, and the company of like-minded individuals.
Whether you seek solace with a compelling book, engaging conversation, or joining us for Afternoon Tea, our Library Lounge serves a sanctuary for both the connoisseur and the curious.
A beloved rendezvous for Capetonians and a go-to for dishes, steeped in tradition, yet transformed through whimsy and skill.
Poised on the water’s edge of the V&A Waterfront yacht marina, Bascule Bar & Lounge is renowned for its extensive whisky collection, exclusive wine cellar and expertly crafted cocktails.
Bascule Bar & Lounge is set to reopen after an exciting refashioning in May 2024.
Morukuru Ocean House | De Hoop Nature Reserve
Morukuru Ocean House is a luxury and comfortable 4-bedroom exclusive-use villa, approximately 1 km east from Morukuru Beach Lodge. Together they form Morukuru Family De Hoop, part of Relais & Chateaux. The house is ideal for (multi generational) families and groups of friends travelling together.
Morukuru Ocean House, 100% off-grid, offers a bird’s eye view of the continent’s greatest whale nursery, as Southern Right whales migrate to the shallow coastal basins off the Overberg Coast for the calving and nursing season from mid-July to November. In short, Morukuru Ocean House offers access to some of the continent’s most undiscovered gems, able to satisfy visitors’ craving exclusivity, yet providing some of the most productive wildlife interactions in Southern Africa.
From the house it is just a short walk down to the beach and during whale season (July-October) this is arguable the best location for land based whale watching in Africa. Other activities on offer include mountain-biking, fynbos walks, tidal walks, snorkeling and swimming in protected rockpools, sand-boarding and nature drives.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Your Rooms
Fast Facts
5 Star
Villa
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 4
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wine
The 4 suites at Morukuru Ocean House with large glass doors overlooking the Indian Ocean Ocean offer king or twin beds and all bedrooms have their own en-suite bathroom with bath, separate shower and double vanity units.
Besides the 4 bedrooms en-suite Morukuru Ocean House also offers a study annex children's bedroom that can accommodate up to 4 children under 16. This room does not offer a bathroom however, therefor children accommodated here would have to use the bathroom in their parents bedroom. The study also offers a large flatscreen television and playstation, as well as a selection of boardgames and other items to keep children entertained.
Morukuru Ocean House
Cocooned in luxury, adrift in your own 4-bedroom oceanfront home within one of Africa’s most beautiful coastal reserves: the 36 000-ha De Hoop Nature Reserve. Often cited as one of the most exquisite coastal reserves in South Africa, De Hoop offers 51km of pristine white beaches and dunes lapped by a warm Indian ocean, as well as limestone cliffs, rock pools, wetlands, coastal fynbos and home to more than 260 species of birds. Morukuru Ocean House also offers a bird’s eye view of the continent’s greatest whale nursery, as Southern Right whales migrate to the shallow coastal basins off the Overberg Coast for the calving and nursing season from mid-July to November. In short, Morukuru Ocean House offers access to some of the continent’s most undiscovered gems, able to satisfy visitors’ craving exclusivity, yet providing some of the most productive wildlife interactions in Southern Africa
Morukuru Ocean House can accommodate 8 adults plus 4 children under 16 (all ages are welcome!)
The 4 comfortable suites with beautiful glass doors overlooking the ocean offer king or twin beds, as well as en-suite bathrooms with bath, separate shower and double vanity units. The interior design is inspired by the surrounding fynbos vegetation and dunes and is of the highest quality.
Morukuru Ocean House includes all the same features as those you will find at our exclusive-use houses situated within the Madikwe Game Reserve, amazing views, top service, a wide range of activities and 100% privacy.
Morukuru Ocean House is booked under the famous Morukuru Freedom Concept: no schedules! A sparkling pool, delicious food, lovely drinks served by your personal butler, your own private kitchen with chef, open plan lounge areas, dining areas, garden with amazing views, romantic fireplaces & lots more. Ocean House runs on sustainable green energy and conventional electricity use is limited.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Eco Friendly, Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, Heater, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Services
Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Room Service
The Southern Right whale has made the De Hoop Reserve in South Africa one of the world’s best land based whale-watching areas. This marine protected area is a World Heritage Site and one of the world’s most important nurseries for this endangered mammal. During the winter months (July to November), Southern Right whales come so close to the shoreline that our Ocean House guests can relax on the un-spoilt sand dunes or from our amazing viewing deck and watch in awe as these beautiful creatures calve, blow, breach and belly-flop. Our Morukuru Ocean House guide will guide you to the best viewing points and share all his expertise and knowledge on these remarkable creatures with you.
Get the De Hoop Feeling, whilst driving in your private safari vehicle, with the wind in your hair and the amazing beauty of ocean, the beach and the delicate fynbos. Discover all the flowers and pristine wilderness. Our Morukuru Private Guide will guide you and your family/friends through a informative fynbos safari experience.
Either Walking or biking within the De Hoop reserve will give you the feeling of being embraced by endless peace and beauty. Wild Fynbos gardens, walking through the pristine while sand dunes with the view and the sound of the Ocean will make you feel refreshed. Among you more than 1500 plants species in the area, bontebok, eland, cape mountain zebra, baboons, red hartebeest ostrich and of course the cape leopard. All tours are under the experienced eye of your Morukuru Guide. We welcome children of all ages at Ocean House.
The day has come to an end, the silence and the wonderful horizon will embrace you. When it gets darker you will start noticing the soft little twinkling in the sky.....another heaven on earth will appear. Slowly watch the sky turning into a playground of lights.
Every Morukuru Ocean House meal feels like a special occasion. On moonlit nights, you may find your table set up under a starlit sky overlooking the Ocean.
Naturally you enjoy 100% access to your kitchen – it’s your home after all – but cooking is certainly not on the cards, unless you’re a committed foodie, or would like a personal cooking demonstration. Your personal Chef will converse with you before each meal in order to prepare to your taste and interest and served how, where and when you want. No dietary requirement is too onerous.
The house wine selection is excellent but winelovers will find heaven in the Morukuru Ocean House cellars: stocked with some of South Africa’s finest wines, many of the bottles here are collector’s items purchased at the celebrated Nederburg Auction or at the Cape Winemakers Guild, and simply unavailable to purchase anywhere else but here.
Launched in February 2023, Bites Beach Café in the historical white cottage at Koppie Alleen down at the beach in front of Morukuru Beach Lodge is open to all guests (including day visitors in De Hoop Nature Reserve) between 10AM and 4PM daily. The kitchen closes at 3PM.
Guests can enjoy drinks and casual beach style food including pizzas, salads, burgers and fish. In the evenings Bites Beach Café is used exclusively for Morukuru Family De Hoop guests with special African themed dinner nights for guests at Morukuru Beach Lodge or Morukuru Ocean House.
La Clé | Franschhoek
The Cape Winelands is an idyllic winemaking region where the sun shines and the wine flows. At La Clé, situated on one the oldest streets in the historic village in buildings dating back over 300 years, you are perfectly placed in the centre of it all. Spread over two farms, La Clé offers a first-hand taste of what it’s like to live in a wine-producing valley.
THE LODGE
Arrive to expansive views, overlooking magnificient grounds that include paddle boats on a willow-lined dam, full-size tennis court, putt-and-chip lawn and helipad. Take your pick of five exquisitely comfortable en-suite bedrooms, where modern décor by Jacques Erasmus of Hemelhuijs meets classic Cape Dutch charm. With food, wine and art at the centre of your experience, you can look forward to wholesome shared table meals with a South African twist, and wine-accompanied platters overlooking the vineyards. Artworks through ingredients are locally sourced, treating you to the very best of the Franschhoek valley and surrounds.
THE VILLAS
The four villas are freestanding and individually designed, each nestled in its own lush garden, uniquely decorated, and fully equipped for you to make entirely yours.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Your Rooms
Designed for elegant living and with high ceilings, the two Garden Rooms are beautifully spacious and flow seamlessly outdoors to the wisteria-covered verandah with views towards the pool and vineyards. Stroll through our peaceful gardens and vineyards, relax around the swimming pools or simply cocoon in these calm havens.
Secluded yet generous, the Courtyard Room has direct access to the beautiful gardens of La Clé des Montagnes from its private patio. It also has the most luxurious bathroom in the Lodge. Choose a bicycle and ride around the village, or relax with a good read around the pool.
Cosy and welcoming, our two Petite Rooms upstairs under traditional thatch are just that: charming and comfortable retreats to return to after a day spent exploring Franschhoek village on foot or sampling the gourmet food and wines of the valley. Both rooms are linked by a lounge area at the top of the stairs.
Reminiscent of an eclectic artist’s residence, Galerie is a light and airy contemporary villa filled with art from the owner’s private collection. This is a contemporary space where saturated colours juxtapose with minimalist interiors capturing the essence of the avant-garde.
A long entrance hall, the walls lined with art, leads you into to an open-plan living area that flows onto to a terrace overlooking a private garden and pool. All of these spaces enjoy an expansive views of the Franschhoek vineyards and mountains.
This is a showcase for the owner’s private abstract art collection, complemented by the antique furnishings and carefully selected contemporary accents. Spend time enjoying the collection and soaking up the design, or simply gazing out over the private pool from the terrace to mountains beyond. Galerie has an eclectic personality all of its own, a fitting tribute to thee rich artistic heritage of the valley.
Galerie has two identical en-suite bedrooms that are seperated by the entrance hall. Each has a king size bed and cupboards for those who wish to stay longer with us. The bathroom has a spacious shower, bath, his and hers basins, and other amenities.
This is the perfect escape for a family of four or two couples.
– Sleeps 4 in 2 en-suite bedrooms –
Manoir is a haven of heritage with a nod to the traditional Cape Dutch architecture of the Western Cape. Drawing from the rich history of Franschhoek, Manoir exudes an air of sophistication throughout the interiors. Designed with the spirit of French linen, beautiful antiques, unexpected furnishings and muted colours are at the heart of the villa’s charming character. The villa has a deep wrap-around terrace providing ample space to relax.
The family style kitchen opens up to a beautiful sun room where breakfast is served with french doors opening up onto the back terrace, garden and pool. The lounge area is cool in summer and wonderfully snug in winter with a roaring fire. The dining room is fit for a banquet with a long table that seats up to 12 people. The study and extensive library, also with a fireplace, is the perfect place to retreat with a good book or it provides the ideal work from ‘home’ environment.
The master suite consists of the main bedroom, dressing room and the most beautiful bathroom. The second smaller bedroom has twin beds and a small bathroom with a lounge leading off this. Both lead onto the wraparound terrace with views over the garden and vineyards. Manoir is more suited to one couple or family, rather than two couples.
This villa provides the perfect central point for an extended family or group of friends who are staying in 2 or more of our villas. The expansive dining room, spacious lounge and deep terrace provide ample space for long lunches and lively dinners.
– Sleeps 4 in 2 en-suite bedrooms –
Once a village barn, then a restaurant and jazz bar, the historic Grange with its soaring poplar-beamed ceilings and double-sided hearth was sensitively converted to create a welcoming villa with earthy colour palettes.
The open plan interior with kitchen, dining area and lounge opens up onto the long terrace overlooking the pool to the vineyards and mountains beyond.
Each of the 3 suites open onto another terrace at the back of the house, ensuring plenty of space for everyone to spread out. The loft upstairs is in the roof space and does not have a bathroom. It has 4 single beds and is only suitable for children up to 12.
– 3 suites sleeping 6 adults plus the additional loft space for 4 children up to the age of 12 years only –
Loved by extended families and groups of friends, Domain’s light and airy interiors are perfect for a relaxed holiday. Lounging next to your private pool or putting your feet up at one of the many outdoor seating areas, Domain provides ample space for everyone.
The open-plan lounge, dining and kitchen area opens up on both sides to the deep terraces on each side of the house. Each terrace has it’s own outdoor lounge area and large dining table for al fresco meals.
Domain has 3 suites that all lead out onto a traditional farmhouse verandah with views over the private garden, 1 of the suites has uninterrupted views over the pool to the mountains and vineyards from their private terrace. There is a 4th smaller twin room that can be booked additionally directly with reservations, it is located on the other side of the house and opens up onto the back terrace and garden.
– Sleeps 6 adults in 3 en-suite bedrooms with another twin room available at additional cost –
Nestled in the centre of Franschhoek, our lodge offers expansive views, a tennis court, putt and chip lawn and helipad. With design and finishes by Jacques Erasmus of Hemelhuijs, modern styling meets the classic charm of a traditional Cape Dutch home.
La Clé Lodge has five exquisitely comfortable en-suite bedrooms to choose from. The Lodge enjoys the unique position of being on a wine farm but just 5 minutes walk from the Franschhoek main street with all of it’s wonderful restaurants. This is your home away from home in the heart of the village.
The Lodge offers simple evening meals with a South African twist, and delicious platters to enjoy with a glass of wine from the Franschhoek valley overlooking the vineyards. Additionally, a traditional ‘braai’ can be arranged and prepared by one of the local chefs. All of the meals are centered around using what is available seasonally and the Lodge aims to source as much as they can from the surrounding areas.
– Sleeps 10 in 5 en-suite bedrooms –
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Barbeque Facilities, Communal Dining, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Secure Parking
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Equipment, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah
Services
Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Travel Desk
TSWALU The Motse | Tswalu Kalahari Game Reserve
The Motse is the perfect camp, drawing guests in with its sociable atmosphere and generous-hearted service, organic-luxe design and nurturing, earthy spaces. Backed by the Korannaberg foothills, the Motse is in the west of the reserve, where the mountains give way to grassy plains and red dunes dotted with pans. Heading out to explore the area is made easy with a private vehicle, and the undivided attention of a guide and tracker to arrange game drives, nature walks, horse riding, meerkat encounters, hands-on conservation, or an introduction to one of the many research projects supported by the Tswalu Foundation. Between activities, the camp’s nine well-spaced legae - a Setswana word meaning ‘home’ - are private sanctuaries to retreat to, offering every imaginable creature comfort. Dining is a highlight, from a picnic breakfast and poolside lunch to a boma barbecue, a lantern-lit dune dinner, or the provenance-led culinary journey which unfolds at Restaurant Klein JAN on one special night.
Your Stay
4 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
All Local Brands (Spirits, Wine and Beers) Included
Your Rooms
Fast Facts
5 Star
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: English, French, German
No. Rooms: 9
Special Interests: Adventure, Birding, Flora, Gourmet, Hiking, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife, Wine
A ‘village’ of just nine houses (three of which feature a second bedroom for children), The Motse captures the soul of the Kalahari in its design and materials. Private spaces flow effortlessly into waterhole views and beyond to the savannah.
The architecture of The Motse aligns beautifully with Nature to create moments of warmth and coolness, seclusion and shared memories. Bedrooms are illuminated by the sun rising over the ridge behind The Motse, and indigenous trees create pools of shadow. Each space at The Motse invites you in, just as Tswalu beckons you to explore and investigate your surroundings.
Luxury is a given when you are on safari at Tswalu. At The Motse, just 18 adults are accommodated in nine individual legae (suites) made from desert sand, rock and thatch, with every comfort imaginable – open fireplaces, outdoor showers, private sun decks, spacious living areas, separate dressing and study areas and wireless internet.
We have three family legae (suites) which have 2 en-suite bedrooms separated by a large lounge and deck.
At the main lodge elevated decks around the freeform pool, allow panoramic views of the surrounding Kalahari landscapes, and a waterhole popular with wildlife. A spacious lounge and dining area, library, spa, fully-equipped gym, impressive wine cellar and traditional boma complete the luxury facilities.
Motse legae
The Motse camp is a secluded ‘village’ of nine “legae” (the Tswana word for ‘dwellings’) including three family legae, accessed from the main building along wooden walkways which wind through the quiver trees and camel thorns. They are situated to ensure that each one is private and secluded and built using natural materials from the area.
Each thatched legae has an open viewing deck and starbed which look across the savannah to a waterhole which attracts a variety of wildlife. The luxury accommodation meets the highest standards of aesthetics and design but is, at the same time, unpretentious with a focus on simplicity and comfort. This is in keeping with Tswalu’s focus on land restoration and conservation which is honest, authentic and inspirational.
The Motse evokes a mood of intimacy, quiet, and authenticity, a home from home atmosphere. Interiors are cool and spacious with king-size beds swathed in romantic mosquito nets and orientated to maximise the views through sliding glass doors. Each room has a fireplace and a separate dressing area with ample cupboard space. The bathrooms have been created with private gardens, luxurious bathtubs and both indoor and outdoor showers.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Complimentary), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Private Vehicle Available, Restaurant, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Laundry Service (Complimentary), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mini Bar (Complimentary), Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Sala, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah
Services
Babysitting Service, Room Service
With your own dedicated guide and vehicle, you can experience Tswalu exactly the way you want to. There are no fixed schedules or time limits at special sightings – during your stay, the dunes and grasslands are yours to explore the way you want to, and each wildlife encounter can unfold at its own pace.
Just like the sands of the Kalahari, we understand that your priorities can shift during your time at Tswalu. That’s why we’ll never try and shoehorn your experience into a fixed schedule.
Tswalu is unquestionably one of the best places in southern Africa to see cheetah in the wild – the vast open spaces and antelope herds of the Kalahari readily lend themselves to high-speed pursuits. Visiting Tswalu also gives you front-row seats for sightings of species that prove elusive elsewhere, from aardvark and pangolin to Hartmann’s Mountain Zebra.
Tswalu’s ecotourism ventures have a notably low ecological impact while also contributing significantly to the sustainability of the reserve and its achievement of its conservation and community upliftment goals. By remaining honest to our guiding principles, we can deliver a safari experience of startling authenticity.
Much of Tswalu’s beauty can be found in the smaller details: the ripples left by the wind on the crest a sand dune, a yellow flower opening to face the sun, or the tracks of a porcupine digging for roots. Walking at Tswalu gives you the opportunity to see these and other signs of the abundance of the southern Kalahari, as well as following the tracks of larger species.
Another exciting game viewing option at Tswalu is a horseback ride
Horseback safaris allow guests to explore the dunes and savannahs on our well-schooled and well-mannered horses, which are suitable for all ages and all levels of experience.
There is no better way to get close to nature and the wildlife. On a horse safari in at Tswalu, you become part of the landscape and many of the animals react differently to your presence. No-one who experiences this kind of closeness with wildlife ever forgets it.
Our equestrian guides are well trained in the Kalahari ecology, and will lead you on a true safari where you can ride alongside antelope, buffalo, zebra and giraffe, or watch them from a distance without detection.
Children are welcome on horseback safaris. Both trail and English saddles are available and every piece of necessary equipment is provided, in every imaginable size.
Children are welcome at Tswalu and the reserve is well equipped to cater for them. Tswalu believes that they too can be part of the conservation vision.
The youngsters will be introduced to the Junior Ranger programme and given a backpack with guides and tools to help them learn about the Kalahari. During their stay they will make their own bow and arrow for archery, learn how to identify spoor, and track game on foot.
In between game walks and drives there are activities at The Motse specially designed to occupy the kids while mom and dad relax. Tswalu’s stables will create a special “pony camp” for any child who shares their passion for horses. There is no malaria in this part of the Kalahari and the pool is a big attraction. They can chat to the rangers, decorate cup cakes and even cook their own bush dinner in the special children’s boma. A separate children’s menu caters for their individual tastes.
Babysitters can be arranged for younger children if parents want time alone.
The Spa and Gym at The Motse provide both relaxation and stimulation for body and mind, with inspiration coming from the savannah views and the use of organic materials both in the construction of this space, and in the spa treatments.
Join a group of habituated meerkats as they emerge from their burrows and warm themselves in the rising sun or meet up with them as they return home at the end of the day and groom and play at dusk.
Their gregarious nature and amusing antics (think early morning sunbathing and playing chicken with scorpions) have made meerkats extremely popular as subjects of wildlife documentaries. Our two habituated colonies have accepted the presence of humans without letting it disrupt the important business of grooming and foraging.
Meerkats are just one of the smaller predators which abound at Tswalu: aardwolf, African wild cat and caracal are also frequently seen.
Join your guide in trying to puzzle out the hidden meanings in millennia-old rock engravings of animals, birds and abstract shapes. Today, no one knows whether they were created as memories, prayers or maps, but their beauty and mystery endure.
Every moment of every meal at Tswalu reflects the culinary heritage of South Africa and is carefully designed to be as inclusive as possible. Sustainability is key: we forage for Kalahari ingredients and work with local suppliers who share our low-impact ethos.
We believe that luxury is found in contextual, relevant flavours rather than wasteful over-abundance. Our food offering helps tell the story of Tswalu – it’s inspired by and captures the essence of the Kalahari.
As well as being an incredible community of flora and fauna, Tswalu is also an extended human family of people from the Kalahari and beyond. We find strength in our diversity, and because we all share the same vision for the future of Tswalu, we can combine our energies and passion to make Tswalu’s vision a reality.
The Tswalu community consists of our staff members and their families, researchers, visiting doctors that support the healthcare centre, visiting artists in residence, and each of our guests, alongside a wider community of neighbours, conservationists and everyone who cares about the restoration of the Kalahari.
The Tswalu Foundation exists primarily to support ecological research at Tswalu. Through accumulating a growing body of quality output on the fauna, flora and the unique habitat of the southern Kalahari we have been able to make informed conservation management decisions to better support our shared vision.
This information has been made freely available to our neighbours and other interested parties so that, as we seek to add to our shared understanding of this rich and diverse landscape, they too can care for their land in the best long-term interests of the wildlife and people of the Kalahari.
During your stay at Tswalu, you’ll have the opportunity to interact with researchers studying both iconic and more obscure species and witness scientific conservation in progress.
Naledi, which means ‘star’ in the local Tswana language, is Tswalu’s back-to-nature star bed experience in the Korannaberg mountains. Elevated above a valley with wraparound views, Naledi is for the true adventurer who yearns to sleep beneath the southern Kalahari’s brilliant blanket of stars in safety and seclusion. Spending a night in a star bed, with nothing between you and the night sky, has become increasingly sought after as travellers search for authentic, unfiltered experiences immersed in nature. Naledi has purposely been kept very simple so as not to detract from its private and remote setting in the southern reaches of the reserve. Sleeping in the open, under the stars, is as old as time.
A balmy summer night is a perfect time to sleep under the stars in the middle of the Kalahari. The Malori is Tswalu’s under canvas experience with comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing.
Whether reserved for romance or for family bonding time, a Malori sleep-out is about tuning out so that you can soak up the solitude, tune into the silence and count shooting stars. With comfortable beds, an open-air bathroom and a spacious deck area for dining, dreaming and stargazing, the tent is perfect for two but spacious enough to invite the family. The Malori sleep-out is one of those once-in-a-lifetime experiences you will never forget.
A night at Malori needs to be booked in advance, carries an additional cost, and is offered subject to availability and prevailing weather conditions.
From a late breakfast at the pool, a picnic in the dunes, a feast in the boma, or sundowners and snacks on your private deck... guests will delight in the delicious gourmet meals prepared by Executive Chef Marnus Scholly.
Every moment of every meal at Tswalu reflects the culinary heritage of South Africa and is carefully designed to be as inclusive as possible. Sustainability is key: we forage for Kalahari ingredients and work with local suppliers who share our low-impact ethos.
We believe that luxury is found in contextual, relevant flavours rather than wasteful over-abundance. Our food offering helps tell the story of Tswalu – it’s inspired by and captures the essence of the Kalahari.
Working in partnership with Michelin-starred South African chef Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, our chefs look to reinterpret the flavours they find around them and create unique taste touchpoints at every turn. Our choice of ingredients is only half the story; the context from which they come and in which they are served completes the picture.
Tswalu offers a number of dining options for guests who can dine indoors or out, in the dining room or at the pool deck, and can enjoy their meals at times that suit them.
Tswalu's wine list has been carefully selected from the best South African wines available and guests will enjoy the food and wine pairing menus.
All guests now have the once in a lifetime opportunity to experience Restaurant Klein JAN.
The opening of Klein JAN restaurant at Tswalu is the culmination of nearly three years of research by South African-born chef, Jan Hendrik van der Westhuizen, into the culinary traditions and ingredients of the cultures and communities that call the Kalahari home. Creating Klein JAN has been Jan Hendrik’s great homecoming project.
His vision? To tell the stories of the Northern Cape region on every plate - stories rooted in the ancient wisdom of this remote, off-the-radar place of extremes and dramatic, vast landscapes. It is a region of South Africa where life is determined or measured by the absence or presence of rain, where resources in a year of plenty are carefully stored or preserved for leaner times.
Jan Hendrik felt an instant connection to the vastness of the Kalahari, and knew that the time had come to elevate the unsung heroes of the Northern Cape and their superior produce and products to their rightful place. Opening Klein JAN at Tswalu, rather than in South Africa’s foodie capital of Cape Town, added authenticity and sustainability clout to the venture, echoing the importance of local expression, provenance and procurement that Jan and his team have nurtured at Restaurant JAN in Nice, France, since it opened in 2013