14-day Cape and Garden Route circular

Our Mountain Facing Rooms offer inspiring views over the ever awake Alfred Basin and majestic Table Mountain. We offer a total of 34 Mountain Facing Rooms. The average room size is 38m² - 44m².

Views of the vivacious Piazza are experienced from our Piazza Facing Rooms. Enjoy the vibrancy of the waterfront culture with buskers and dancers who bring indigenous music to life… We offer a total of 34 Piazza Facing Rooms. The average room size is 38m² - 44m².

Our sophisticated Superior Loft Rooms are the ideal space for visitors seeking a cosmopolitan experience within the V&A Waterfront. Rooms have been designed and appointed with a carefully thought out range of extra features. Views of Table Mountain or the Piazza can be seen from the automated windows. We offer a total of 26 Superior Loft Rooms. The average room size is 36m²

Spacious luxuriously appointed one bedroom suite in our Heritage cottage, with canopy beds,freestanding copper baths, living room with fireplace and private wood burning hot tub. Direct access to main living room and private pool within cottage.

Spacious one bedroom suite, upstairs with French doors leading to sun drenched private balcony overlooking Franschhoek mountains. Direct access to heated main pool and gardens.

Signature luxuriously appointed on bedroom cottage, with its own pool house, private garden, wood burning hot tub and plunge pool. Canopy beds, living room with fireplace,freestanding brass bath and outside shower, separate entrance and secure parking.

Spacious one bedroom suite in the main Cape Dutch building, with its own living room, spacious bathroom with glass roof,and direct access to heated main pool and garden, with its relaxing seating pavilion and sun loungers.

Spacious luxuriously appointed one bedroom suite in our Heritage cottage, with canopy beds,freestanding copper baths, living room with fireplace and private wood burning hot tub. Direct access to main living room and private pool within cottage.

Spacious one bedroom suite in the main Cape Dutch building, with it's own living room, spacious bathroom and private sunroom for relaxing. Direct access to main grounds, with heated main pool and gardens. Easy access to lounge and sun drenched courtyard.

One of two suites in our Cape Dutch style cottage.This is a plush one bedroom suite on the first floor, complete with separate dressing room and luxurious free standing bath. Indulgence continues with the private sun drenched balcony and outdoor fireplace

One of two suites that make up Gelatenheid cottage.The spacious living and dining areas are designed for relaxation and ease.Gelatenheid B is perfect for privacy, with a separate entrance to the hotel gardens, as well as the main street.

Twyfeling C is one of three main suites located in central building, an elegant Cape Dutch period style property that also houses the guest lounge and green room. Boasting a four poster king size bed, wood burning stove, separate bath and shower

Twin three-quarter beds, full en-suite bathroom, french doors opening onto the pool deck. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

Twin three-quarter beds, full en-suite bathroom. French doors opening onto the pool deck. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

Twin three-quarter beds, shower en-suite, french doors opening into the garden. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

Twin three-quarter beds, full en-suite bathroom, separate dressing room, french doors opening into the garden. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

Twin three-quarter beds, full en-suite bathroom, private balcony overlooking the ocean. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

King size bed, full en-suite bathroom, separate sitting area with a sleeper couch that can accommodate a third person. Balcony with splendid views over Walker Bay.

King size bed, full en-suite bathroom (with view over the ocean), separate dressing room, airconditioning, balcony with splendid view of Walker Bay.

Twin three-quarter beds, full en-suite bathroom, balcony overlooking the pool. All encompassing view over Walker Bay.

The apartment, situated downstairs, has two bedrooms, two bathrooms and an open plan living area that has French doors opening onto a patio, as well as into a private enclosed garden. There are no sea views from the bedrooms, only from the living area

A modern and luxurious twist on the traditional Khoi-San dwelling. Each open-plan suite is nestled into its spectacular natural surroundings with 180-degree views, sky lights for star gazing, clay pot fireplaces and deep baths to warm you upon returning from an evening Big 5 Game Drive. The spacious Safari Lodge Accommodation facilities include a large infinity swimming pool, chic open-plan lounge and bar, with food and beverage services offered in an elegant dining room set around two open fireplaces, the new covered veranda from which to appreciate the animal life and landscape, and the outdoor African boma (a fire pit and sitting area surrounded by a windbreak fence). Upon arrival at the Safari Park, just a 4-hour drive from Cape Town, Guests are treated to the finest African Cuisine at Gondwana’s Luxury Hotel, prepared using fresh, locally-sourced ingredients: bush breakfasts, romantic picnics, evening barbecues and relaxing sundowners in the picturesque Garden Route. Each private suite of the Luxury Safari Hotel is a well-appointed, free-standing building with a spacious bedroom overlooking two waterholes across the valley and onto the Outeniqua and Langeberg mountain ranges, which once formed part of the supercontinent known as Gondwanaland. You will experience Fine Dining throughout your stay at Gondwana Private Game Reserve. Enjoy the African Cuisine on offer at our restaurant, share in a traditional South African Braai (Barbeque), and relax amidst the Garden Route’s Fynbos while on a Romantic Picnic. ROOM SPECIFICATIONS Each of the 14 open-plan suites features the sleeping area beneath a central skylight, with a wall towards the rear of the room creating a private dressing area Bedroom opens to a spacious bathroom with a deep bath, walk-in shower and a pair of basins Option of either Twin or King Size beds available on request Each suite is approximately 70m² (755ft²) in size

Gondwana’s Fynbos Villas and Bush Villas offer the luxury amenities of a Safari Lodge with all the comforts of home ideal for families and groups of friends. Each stylish villa offers spacious, open plan interiors with three or four en-suite bedrooms. Each villa is situated for complete privacy and awe-inspiring views from their expansive outdoor decks. Various packages can be booked with the villa accommodation from Full Board (3 gourmet meals at the nearby Kwena Lodge and 2 daily game drives) to Half Board to the B&B and Daily Game Drive package. The B&B package allows for family braais in your villa and time to explore the surrounding Garden Route if you like with its award-winning Golf Courses and top beaches, using Gondwana as a base. Fynbos Villas – Located adjacent to Kwena Lodge, Exclusive Use, 3 bedrooms. Bush Villas – Located 10 km from Kwena Lodge, requiring self-drive to Kwena Lodge for meals and game drives. Exclusive Use, 3 and 4 bedrooms. VILLA SPECIFICATIONS: Double volume thatch roof with open plan lounge, dining and kitchen area Approximately 240m2 in size with 2, 3, and 4 bedroom configurations Living room has wood fireplace and folding windowed doors leading onto an expansive deck with breath-taking views of the Western Cape landscape and built in braai (wood BBQ) Large, luxurious bedrooms with seating areas, private decks and gas fireplaces Spacious en-suite bathrooms with deep baths, walk-in showers and double basins Flat screen TV, DVD player, Telephone (Note – TV Network services not available) Fully equipped kitchen with microwave and dishwasher AMENITIES Nearby Lehele Lodge and Kwena Lodge serve gourmet meals and screen sporting events in the Lehele Lodge bar. Both Safari Lodges boast large infinity pools, lounge and bar areas, elegant dining rooms as well as a library with computers and WiFi. Each lodge has expansive outdoor dining areas overlooking Gondwana’s beautiful landscape. Enjoy Game drives with expert Field Guides in open Land Rovers Junior Ranger program for children including custom conservation materials and eco fun with their Ranger 1000 hectare protected area available for hiking, fishing and mountain biking.

Gondwana then also has a very intimate Lodge, Lehele Lodge is our Lehele Villa Guests base for the entire duration of their stay.

Lehele Lodge comprises of 7 Villas which are a 2-12 minute self-drive option to and from the Lodge for meals and game drives. The Villas offer total privacy and spaciousness to groups particularly families with children. These deluxe three and four bedroom villas feature an open plan lounge with kitchen and dining room all opening onto a wraparound deck with magnificent valley and mountain views.

CONSERVATION EXPERIENCE Gondwana Game Reserve, an 11 000 hectare private Big 5 reserve on the Garden Route has launched a 5 night conservation experience for individuals, families or groups who want to get more involved in Africa on their safari. Participants will be involved in wildlife and veld management, learn important bush skills and interpretation. The research and findings from the program are fed back to Gondwana’s conservation department to assist in decision making enhancing the reserve management plan. The itinerary will include plenty of game drives, bush walks, and down time in an utterly inspiring landscape. This is your chance to get involved with the important conservation work of a Big Five game reserve and not only enjoy but contribute. A Typical day 06:00 – Wake up 06:30 – Breakfast (cold buffet & Ranger’s fry up) 07:00 – Depart on Morning activity (Example – locating cheetah/monitoring/leopard cameras) 10:30 – Move to conservation project site (Example – Erosion site/Wattle clearing site/water system assessment ) 13:00 – Packed lunch in bush or @ camp 14:00 – Continue with conservation/field project 16:00 – Depart on evening game monitoring drive 18:30 – Return to camp and freshen up 19:00 – Dinner (homemade, hearty meals as well as a potjie & braai night) 20:30 – Evening talk and prep for next day’s activity Booking Information The Conservation program starts every Thursday at 1pm with departure mid morning on Tuesday and runs all year around. The program is designed for 5 nights and can be shortened to a 3 night experience as well. Please contact us for your preferred dates. The program caters for both families and adults and we try to group families together in their own program weeks where possible. Due to the nature of the program children must be 6 or older. Family Programs These programs create an opportunity for parents and children to have fun in nature while learning about conservation and participating in important projects. We ensure the activities are not too long nor strenuous for the little ones to keep them motivated and happy. Family projects are developed for all age groups to be able to actively participate. The regular more adult program brings in elements of wildlife monitoring and research which will be substituted with activities like fishing, treasure hunts and nature crafts. Dates available on request and are subject to availability. Designated family weeks available. Itinerary for 2017 starts on a Thursday afternoon Accommodation: Tented Bush Camp Your base during the program will be in our eco-friendly tented camp set in a protected valley blanketed in Fynbos in the heart of the game reserve. The camp facilities include 5 large, comfortable twin or double share tents set on raised decks each with an ensuite bathroom and covered deck area (2 additional tents are for staff). All meals are provided in the recreational communal tent area which includes kitchen, lounge, dining, and covered deck areas, as well as an outdoor dining boma. Relaxation area with hammocks and pool is also available. Family Weeks (5 night and 3 night Programs): Designated weeks are ear marked for family programs where the experience is modified and more geared to children and offers a truly rewarding family holiday. Our family programs take children from the age of 6 years and children age 6 up to 12 years receive a 20% discount. Children 12 and over pay adult rate. What’s Included 5 Night or 3 Night Program (Thursday arrival) Accommodation in remote tented bush camp in the heart of the reserve All Food All linen and towels Daily Housekeeping Service All activities and Game drives All travel within the reserve What’s not Included: Beverages (alcohol and soft drinks) Flights to South Africa Transfers to and from the Reserve (can be arranged by Gondwana for an additional fee) Personal insurance Reserve conservation fee (R250 per person per stay ) The conservation of Gondwana Game Reserve and the surrounding area is a priority. Your conservation fee is ring-fenced to help us strengthen our biodiversity. PROGRAM ACTIVITIES - WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT - MONITORING OF THE CAPE LEOPARD CAMERAS ESTABLISHED ON GONDWANA AND SURROUNDING AREA - BIRD IDENTIFICATION AND MONITORING - TRANSLOCATION & VETERINARY CARE OF WILDLIFE – SEASON DEPENDENT - FEEDING AND MONITORING OF ANIMALS IN BOMA – SEASON DEPENDENT - BUSH SKILLS AND INTERPRETATION - VELD MANAGEMENT - GENERAL MAINTENANCE - COMMUNITY WORK WHAT TO PACK: Hat Sunscreen Warm jacket and jersey for nights and game drives Jeans / khaki pants Closed sneakers or hiking boots Summer: t shirts, shorts, flip flops, bathing suit, light button down bush shirts Winter: long sleeves and short sleeves, pants and shorts Warm and cool PJs Binoculars/camera/etc

Gondwana’s Pioneer Trail is the ultimate slack packing adventure! Offered for those keen on an exciting three night walking trail traversing through the private, Big five, 11 000 hectare, malaria free game reserve. The trail takes you to three remote tented camp locations with two full days of hiking.

Your expert trail guides will intimately expose you to the Reserve’s unique biodiversity and eco systems while experiencing the Big Five and multiple species of antelope on foot. Luxuriously appointed tents with claw foot tubs and outdoor showers await you when you arrive as well as beautifully prepared food and your warm and friendly Pioneer Trails Team!

At a Glance

All meals and drinks included
Free roaming Big 5
Malaria-free area
Sleep 8 people maximum in 4 en-suite bedroom tents
Private staff dedicated to your trail

Accommodation

Gondwana’s Pioneer Trail is the ultimate slack packing adventure where your belongings are moved daily between the three camps, allowing you to experience the dramatic Fynbos landscape with only a light day pack.

Each exclusive camp is comprised of four bedroom tents with en-suite bathrooms including a claw foot tub and outdoor shower, sleeping a maximum of eight guests. Homemade African inspired meals are catered for you with cold beverages on tap. You literally need to “just bring your boots” and the Pioneer

Trail team will do the rest. It has been said there is no better way to experience nature and wildlife than on foot.

Camp facilities also included lounge and dining tents and an outdoor boma and campfire area. The dedicated staff team includes a camp assistant, housekeeper and two qualified and armed Trail Guides.

Trail Detail

The trail traverses the 11 000 hectare, free roaming big five game reserve under the escort of two armed and qualified trail guides. Approximately 10 kilometres of walking per day. (approximately 6hrs of walking a day). Exclusive remote footpaths and game trails requiring medium exertion. Daily packed lunches and tea and water breaks throughout the trail. Luggage and valuables can be stowed at Lehele Lodge for guests that have more belongings with them then they need for the trail.

Requirements

12 years of age and above.
Physically capable of walking 6 hours a day.
Set departure days: Monday and Thursday with 3 night stay.
The Trail runs all year round.

GONDWANA’S MOST EXCLUSIVE PRIVATE SAFARI VILLA OFFERING OPENS ITS DOORS! Imagine a luxuriously spacious and stylish African villa with your own Field Guide, Chef and Butler. The villa is privately situated in the reserve’s 1000 hectare walking area surrounded by grasslands teaming with game. Three luxurious guest suites, with endless mountain views, provide extravagant accommodation for 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children. The ultimate bush getaway to restore and revive with friends or family in a Big 5 game reserve ideally and accessibly located on the Garden Route. What’s Included Luxury accommodation for up to 6 adults or 4 adults and 4 children Pool and Jacuzzi/hot tub with extensive deck area to take in spectacular surrounds Private field guide for the duration of your stay with private vehicle Private chef for the duration of your stay Private butler and laundry service All meals and drinks including spirits, liqueurs and soft drinks. The only drinks excluded are French champagne and premium wines. Premium specialty coffee maker Guided walks including Fynbos and wildlife hikes Mountain biking, fishing and trail running Fun Junior Ranger Experience for children including custom activity book Wi Fi and DSTV

Each with kingsize beds, ensuite bathroom, mini bar fridge, air-conditioning and satellite TV.

Flat screen 32" TV plus DvD player with a full DvD library
Desk, Telephone plus internet facilities available
Fully stocked mini bar
Full tea and coffee station

Each with kingsize beds, ensuite bathroom, mini bar fridge, air-conditioning and satellite TV, these spacious rooms include a lounge area.

Flat screen 32" TV plus DvD player with a full DvD library
Desk, Telephone plus internet facilities available
Fully stocked mini bar
Full tea and coffee station as well as a microwave
Sleeper couch - 4 only
Bar and stools

A generously spacious suite with lounge and entertaining area, this suite is positioned with impressive vistas of the surrounding water ways.

Flat screen 32" TV plus DvD player with a full DvD library
Desk, Telephone plus internet facilities available
Fully stocked mini bar
Full tea and coffee station as well as a microwave and Ice machine
Lounge suite plus bar and stools
Double shower and stand alone bath plus bidet

A generously spacious suite with lounge and entertaining area, this suite is positioned with impressive vistas of the surrounding water ways.

Flat screen 32" TV plus DvD player with a full DvD library
Desk, Telephone plus internet facilities available
Fully stocked mini bar
Full tea and coffee station as well as a microwave and Ice machine
Lounge suite plus bar and stools
Double shower and stand alone bath plus bidet
This luxurious self-catering apartment has all our standard features plus a full open-plan kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer

Privately situated. Each suite has its own lounge and swimming pool. King size or standard twin beds. En-suite bathroom with separate shower.

Choice of a Twin, Double, Double Twin or King Room

12 Rooms situated around a beautiful courtyard, each with their own patio. Ideal for single travelers, families or couples looking for a relaxing retreat or romantic getaway.

Warm earthy tones and neutral lines are complemented by wood furniture and a colourful touch. Each room differently decorated to offer a unique sense of style.

Ensuite bathroom with separate shower and bath, heated towel rails and hair dryers.
One Room suitable for disabled guests.

All rooms feature underfloor heating, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, satellite television (DSTV), telephone, mini bar, digital safe and tea and coffee facilities.

Check in: 14:00
Check out: 11:00

Children:
All ages welcome

Limited family rooms with sleeper couch

Cots and eating chairs available on request

Maximum of 2 adults and 2 children under 12 per room

Ideal for couples, friends or families travelling together.
Each Bedroom has been given a South African Bird Species name as the Cottage is surrounded by trees with many bird species, nesting close by.

Room 1 – Hoop Hoop

Room 2 – Robin

Room 3 – Kiewiet

The 3 bedrooms are on the 1st floor with bedroom 1 & 2 opening onto a large patio.

Room 2 also has a separate sitting room area with a Double Sleeper Couch where we can accommodate 2 children under 12.

Room 3 is the smaller room, ideal for a Single Occupancy with its own private patio and view of the Herb Garden.

On the ground floor is a study and large sitting room area that opens onto a veranda and private pool.