The Winchester Hotel | Cape Town
13 Jan 2024 - 16 Jan 2024
The Winchester Hotel is an iconic building on the attractive Sea Point promenade, exuding colonial flair with its Cape Dutch design and heritage. With its use of antiques, neutral colours and opulent accents, the Hotel offers an array of comfortably appointed rooms, furnished with air conditioning, heated towel rails, with courtyard, mountain, promenade, or sea views. The central guest area facilitates numerous luxurious facilities, including an extensive swimming pool and a bar. You can indulge in signature dishes from the restaurant and enjoy Sunday Jazz Brunches in the tranquil, piazza-style courtyard. Conveniently located within walking distance of the V&A Waterfront and restaurants in the area, the Winchester Mansions Hotel emulates a warm embrace. A complementary shuttle to the Waterfront is available.
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The 32 Classic Rooms measure between 25 and 45 m² and have been designed in a loft style. Although these rooms are non-sea facing, they have been fitted with furnishings and decorative accessories that create an alluring setting.
Each Classic Room features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
The 16 Loft Rooms are comfortably spacious, measuring between 25 and 45 m², and feature lovely views of the hotel’s courtyard and Table Mountain that enhance the hotel’s calm ambiance.
Each Loft Room features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
There are two Family Suites at the Winchester Hotel, both mountain facing, equally comfortable and spacious , at 25 to 45 m², with one large bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, and a smaller second bedroom. It also features a large seperate lounge with a TV.
Each Family Suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•Two bedrooms with a king-size or twin beds
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Separate lounge area
•Air conditioning
•Shared bathroom between the two rooms
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
As the name suggests, the four Junior Mountain-Facing Suites offer stunning views of Cape Town’s most famous feature, Table Mountain and Lions Head. The suites are comfortably spacious, measuring an average of 25 to 45 m². For accessible features, for persons with limited mobility, please request room 314.
Each Junior Mountain-Facing Suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•A separate lounge area
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
The 14 Junior Sea-Facing Suites are also comfortably spacious, measuring between 25 and 45 m², and feature views of the expansive Atlantic Ocean beyond the Sea Point Promenade.
Each Junior Sea-Facing Suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•A separate lounge area
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
The Loft-Style Junior Sea-Facing Suites feature an open-plan, en-suite bedroom and lounge and offer a pleasant amount of space, ranging from 25 to 45 m². All of these suites present views of the Atlantic Ocean.
The Loft Junior Sea-Facing suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•A separate lounge area
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
The Luxury Balcony Suites feature impressive views of the Atlantic Ocean and the adjacent Sea Point Promenade. It is incredibly spacious, measuring 59 m², and includes amenities that give it a presidential-suite feel
The Luxury Balcony Suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
The exclusive Premium Suite is generously spacious at 78 m² and is also set up in a classic presidential-suite style, with luxury amenities and an impressive bathroom. This suite similarly boasts captivating views of the Sea Point Promenade and beyond, out over the expansive Atlantic Ocean.
The Premium Suite features:
•A television with satellite channels
•A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
•Complimentary coffee, teas and biscuits
•A king-size bed
•Luxurious cotton bedding
•Air conditioning
•A separate lounge area
•An en-suite bathroom
•Bathrobes and slippers
•A hairdryer
•International adaptors available on request
•An electronic safe
Experience the harmonious blend of space, comfort, and connectivity with our Arcadia Suite, a interconnected suite consisting of rooms 110 and 111. Providing an abundance of space and an array of first-class amenities, promising an experience that surpasses all expectations. Enjoy the serene garden views from your private balcony and the added convenience of a dedicated arrival lounge, all harmoniously combined for an unforgettable stay.
The Arcadia Suite features:
A television with satellite channels
A minibar – contact reception for a tailor-made selection
Complimentary coffee, teas, and biscuits
A king-size bed
Luxurious cotton bedding
Air conditioning
A separate lounge area
An en-suite bathroom
Bathrobes and slippers
A hairdryer
International adaptors available on request
An electronic safe
Private balcony
Arrival lounge (private to room 110 & 111)
Interleading
Garden view
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours)
Half day city and Table Mountain Tour
Experience Cape Town’s highlights, from built landmarks to the city’s famous natural features (private and group tour).
•South African Museum and the Company Gardens
•Parliament buildings
•City Hall and Castle of Good Hope
•Malay Quarter/Bo-Kaap
•Green Market Square
•Signal Hill
•Camps Bay and Clifton
•Short diamond factory tour (optional)
Shoreditch offers a contemporary and diverse menu, free from the constraints of any particular culinary style but uniquely defined by the chef’s primary method of cooking: on flames. With immense passion and skill, the culinary team focuses on embracing the variety of wonderful flavours that come through when preparing dishes with fire.
A favourite spot among locals, Harvey’s Bar serves a selection of creatively curated beverages as well as enticing menu items, which can be enjoyed while gazing out over the promenade and Atlantic ocean.
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
4 Star
Hotel
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English, German, Xhosa
No. Rooms: 78
Special Interests: Beach / Coastal, Cycling, Gourmet, History & Culture, Leisure, Relaxation, Shopping, Watersports, Wine
Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa | Whale Coast
16 Jan 2024 - 18 Jan 2024
Perfectly placed in the heart of one of the world’s richest plant kingdoms, this 5-star retreat offers a wealth of elegance and service. Arabella Hotel & Spa rests in the heart of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. Hugged by the Rooisands Nature Reserve, the Bot River Lagoon and Kogelberg Mountains, every room leads to a private terrace or balcony overlooking pristine grounds, the swimming pool, mountains or lagoon waters. The hotel offers elegant restaurants and bars to indulge even the most discerning palate with fine cuisine and wine. Leisure facilities include a heated indoor hydro pool, sauna and an award-winning spa. Beyond the walls of this spellbinding retreat, you’re spoiled for choice with activities such as kayaking at sea, horseback rides through the shore and golf at the prestigious Arabella Golf Course, to name a few. This breathtaking retreat captures the essence of luxury, privacy and rejuvenation. Wake up to songs of exotic birdlife and let the fresh sea breeze envelope you while you relax.
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1 King or 2 Twin/Single Bed(s), Garden view, Balcony
Deluxe King Room, 1 King Bed: Non-Smoking
1 Bedroom Suite, 1 King or 1 Double, Sofa bed, Bathrooms: 2, Lagoon view, Balcony
1 King, Lagoon view, Balcony
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Kiddies Club, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Tea / Coffee
Your Stay
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Simola Hotel Country Club & Spa | Knysna
18 Jan 2024 - 21 Jan 2024
Simola Golf Course and Country Club Estate is designed to embrace life. Here, in one of Africa's most beautiful places, the Estate becomes a sumptuous complex combining health and beauty services with state-of-the-art exercise and fitness facilities. Walking, running, horse riding and cycling trails encourage physical, mental and spiritual well-being. A hotel, golf, a health spa and a river club (with excellent salt water fly fishing in the Knysna Lagoon) are just some of the facilities planned for the members and residents of Simola Golf & Country Estate.
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One en-suite bedroom, open-plan living space with dining area, kitchen and lounge. All units have Interactive TV with LCD screen and DVD player with surround sound, wireless internet and air-conditioning in the bedrooms. Plus a covered patio with gas BBQ
Two en-suite bedrooms, open-plan living space with dining area, kitchen and lounge. All units have Interactive TV with LCD screen and DVD player with surround sound, wireless internet and air-conditioning in the bedrooms. Plus a covered patio with gas BBQ
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Battery Charging Facilities, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Library, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, TV Room
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Cooking Equipment, Cooking Facilities, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, Heated Towel Rails, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Plunge Pool, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shared Ablutions, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Your Stay
3 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
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1x standard
Fancourt Hotel | George
21 Jan 2024 - 23 Jan 2024
Positioned on 613 hectares in the magnificent Garden Route, just outside George, Fancourt is South Africa’s premier lifestyle estate with mountains, indigenous forests and the warm Indian Ocean in close proximity. Highly acclaimed as a golfer’s paradise, the Hotel exudes elegance with its stylish décor and variety of luxuriously appointed rooms and suites. All rooms are air-conditioned and have either a private patio or balcony. Capturing the beauty of the Outeniqua mountains in the background the estate flaunts an 18-hole golf course designed by Gary Player as well as 2 others to enjoy, the choice of four restaurants, an extensive outdoor swimming pool, an indoor swimming pool, a gym, tennis court, a hair salon, and the ultimate treat of massage therapy at their Spa. Aesthetically pleasing, Fancourt surpasses expectations with its hospitable service, exceptional quality, and warm ambience.
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Serving as private retreats into comfort and style, our Classic Rooms are equipped with all the essentials needed to settle in to a relaxing stay at the Fancourt Hotel. These rooms provide the perfect setting for unwinding after a day of activities and feature shared or private balconies.
- Approximately 32 square metres.
- Classic rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or the Montagu golf course
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and dressing tables
- Our Classic rooms have either a patio or balcony and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
Inter-leading rooms are available on the first floor on request.
Tailored for sophistication and the needs of modern-day travel, the Luxury Rooms serve as indoor sanctuaries for our esteemed patrons. Fitted with all the trappings of a five-star establishment, these rooms afford guests with an opportunity for repose against the backdrop of the majestic Outeniqua mountain range.
- Approximately 40 square metres.
- Modern, spacious rooms overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, Fancourt gardens or golf warm up area.
- All with TV, mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- Our Luxury rooms have patios or balconies and are situated on the ground or first floor.
- All have wifi internet access.
- Limited Inter-leading rooms are available on the first and ground floor on request.
Complete with a separate living area, our One-Bedroom Suites are prime locations for business or leisure. Providing a spacious haven where guests can spread out and unwind, each suite includes a private balcony or patio designed to showcase the idyllic views of Fancourt’s manicured estate. Fireplaces are available on request.
- Approximately 58- 70 square metres.
- Suites with king or twin beds.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Designed to meet the needs of the whole family, our Two-Bedroom Suites boast plush interiors complemented by timeless detailing. The suite includes its own separate lounge with a fireplace and dining area, affording guests with optimum movement. A full en suite bathroom leads off from each individual bedroom, striking the perfect balance between privacy and shared living.
- Approximately 86 square metres.
- Suites with king or twin beds.
- One-bedroom suites have a separate lounge area and TVs in the bedroom and lounge.
- All with mini bar, coffee & tea making facilities and writing desk.
- These suites have views of the gardens, driving range or Outeniqua Mountains.
- All with balcony or patio.
- All have wifi internet access.
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Activity Desk, Bar, Business Centre, Conference Centre, Disability Services, Gym, Gym (nearby), Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Clothes Press, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Hair Dryer, Heated Towel Rails, Heater, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah
Services
Airport Shuttle (Available), ATM, Babysitting Service, Credit Card, Foreign Exchange, Room Service, Room Service (24 hours), Travel Desk
Toast to an evening filled with Fancourt’s warm hospitality and creative cuisine in the historic surrounds of the Manor House. Henry White’s welcomes all guests with a discerning palate. Expect culinary excellence and superb service, filled with flavours that will linger long after guests have cleared the last bite of dessert of their plates.
Savour hearty South African and local favourites paired with the finest wines. Enjoy ostrich fillet, springbok loin, artisan cheese platters with homemade preserve, and much more.
This is elegant, yet relaxed dining, at its very best – Fancourt’s signature mark of excellence.
Dress Code: formal, with a collared shirt for men, and no shorts, flip flops or caps
“First we eat, then we do everything else” – this Italian mantra is embodied in Fancourt’s La Cantina.
Serving modern yet healthy Italian cuisine flavoured with all the warmth of Mediterranean hospitality, La Cantina offers casual and carefree dining.
Spend quality time with your significant other or fun-loving moments with the family dining at La Cantina. Culinary highlights to tempt all taste buds are our homemade pasta, succulent steaks and famous thin-based pizza, baked with care in a wood-fired pizza oven. La Cantina’s legendary tiramisu is the perfect sweet treat to round off your meal.
La Cantina is also Fancourt’s breakfast restaurant of choice. Start the day right with the fresh and healthy breakfast buffet or opt for a personal favourite from the extensive à la carte menu.
Dress Code: smart casual, but no shorts, vests, flip-flops or caps.
Take a seat at Fancourt’s Monet’s eatery. This French-style bistro serves casual café meals against the backdrop of the Outeniqua golf course and Mountains. The relaxed setting is the perfect spot for a light lunch, afternoon tea or coffee. It’s open from morning to late afternoon serving local and seasonal artisan cuisine, always creatively presented.
Tuck into French favourites such as niçoise salad, Provençal vegetable soup, crêpes, Croque-Madame and whatever else tempts your taste buds. Sit back and savour the joie de vivre.
Mom and Dad can enjoy cocktails at any time of the afternoon while the children’s colourful and creative menus keep the little ones entertained and satisfied.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
You won’t need to hit the sweet spot on the fairways of Fancourt to earn your spot in Fancourt’s Club Lounge. Guests are welcomed as friends when they pop in to The Club Lounge for a snack, sandwich or hearty meal.
The Club Lounge is affectionately known as the 19th Hole, overlooking the 18th green of Montagu golf course. There is indoor and outdoor seating. Eat well from the expansive menu of steaks, burgers and platters to recharge what you’ve worked off on the golf course.
The Club Lounge delivers on its status as a celebrated 19th hole. Sports enthusiasts can catch up on the televised sporting events, while enjoying a few drinks from the well-stocked bar.
Dress Code: casual, golf attire welcome, but no bare feet or swimming costumes.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Bed and Breakfast
Fast Facts
5 Star
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 115
Special Interests: Adventure, Beach / Coastal, Birding, Cycling, Fishing, Flora, Golf, Gourmet, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Shopping, Sports, Star Gazing, Wine
Sanbona Gondwana Family Lodge | Sanbona Wildlife Reserve
23 Jan 2024 - 25 Jan 2024
THE CAPE'S PREMIER WILDLIFE DESTINATION. Seated at the foot of the Warmwaterberg Mountain Range in the heart of South Africa’s Little Karoo, Sanbona pays tribute to the San people who made this arid environment their home for centuries. Sanbona has an alluring atmosphere of stillness, an air of isolation amid the raw beauty and boundless plains. Sanbona and the spirit of the San people welcomes you. Gondwana Lodge at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve overlooks the Bellair Dam and resembles a typical thatched Karoo homestead, offering 12 generously proportioned luxury suites, each with endless views over the plains, Anysbergmountain and beyond. Children of all ages are welcome and will be entertained with an exciting “Kids on Safari” program.
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Luxury Suites
Overlooking Bellair Dam and resembling a typical thatched Karoo homestead, offering 12 generously proportioned luxury suites, each with endless views over the plains, Anysbergmountain and beyond. Children of all ages will be entertained with an exciting “Kids on Safari” program.
SUITE CONFIGURATION
Suites can accommodate a maximum of 2 adults sharing with 1 child, in a king or twin bedded configuration
• 6 suites are located on the ground floor with private deck
• 6 suites are located on the second level with private balcony/ viewing platform
All rooms have sleeper couches which can sleep one child under the age of 12 years
Four pairs of rooms are interleading
SUITE FEATURES
• En-suite bathroom, shower,twin basins and free standing bath
• Private minibar
• Tea and coffee making facilities
• Electronic safe
• International dial telephone
• Air-conditioning
• Under floor heating
• Private deck or balcony
LODGE FACILITIES
• Relaxation Retreat with steam room
• Lounge with fire place and television with satellite channels
• Gift boutique
• Wi-Fi
• Open-air dining boma
• Outdoor pool with shallow area
• Children’s playroom with television
• Outdoor play area for children
Property Facilities
24-hour Security, Gym, Internet Access (Complimentary), Kiddies Club, Laundry Service (Available), Malaria Free, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Laundry Service (Available), Lounge Area, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Underfloor Heating, Verandah, Wheelchair Friendly
Services
Babysitting Service, Chauffer Service, Credit Card
Traverse the landscape of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve with a qualified ranger in comfortable open Landcruisers. During the drive, be it in the early morning or for sundowners, various species of plants, animals, big game and birds can be seen.
Sundowner evening drives offer spectacular displays of light as the evening sun sets over the Little Karoo.
Discover the spirit of the Little Karoo on foot and see the many treasures on the Reserve.
An optional walk with the guidance of a ranger can be arranged to cater for individual needs. From gentle strolls, taking in the breath-taking beauty of the indigenous fauna and flora, to challenging trails discovering isolated vistas, reveal the beauty of Sanbona Wildlife Reserve.
Be it a gentle walk, or challenging trail to a secluded rock pool which invites one to submerge into its invigorating bliss and then returning to your lodge for a scrumptious meal, Sanbona Wildlife Reserve has all of this and much more to offer.
At our Relaxation Retreats, Mother Nature is brought indoors for indulgent pampering. Our body range draws on properties from the world famous indigenous “Fynbos” plant kingdom, eliminating toxins, soothing the soul and rejuvenating the body.
The Relaxation Retreats at Sanbona overlook ancient rock formations and undulating mountains and plains. While the rejuvenating forces of nature cradle you, we deliver a range of world-class treatments and holistic modalities to balance and energise your being. Step into the privacy of our tranquil retreats – let the gentle atmosphere envelop and embrace your body, mind and soul ...
Upon arrival at Sanbona, kids can expect to have the time of their life through our Eco-Explorers packages. With exciting activities planned, interactive welcome packs and even child minding services on request, mom and dad won’t have to worry about a thing.
Outdoor Activities for Children
While kids under 4 years old are not permitted on game drives, there are a host of exciting adventures that await your little ones and mom and dad too, such as:
Interpretive trail – This takes your kids through the garden of Gondwana, to learn about animals on the reserve as well as their tracks, important plants, and more.
Sanbona Activity Book – An educational, fun and interactive book, teaching children about the wildlife at Sanbona while also encouraging them to get involved with everyone as they often require the ranger’s assistance to answer some of the questions.
Indoor Activities for Children
Should the weather not be in our favour, it doesn’t matter because Gondwana Family Lodge is prepared to accommodate the unpredictable Western Cape climate through:
Arts and crafts
Puzzles of varying sizes and difficulties covering a broad age range
Documentary DVD’s on various conservation topics and animals as well as animated movies
Entertaining and educational children’s books
A selection of fun board games
With the absence of artificial light, the stargazing at Sanbona Wildlife Reserve is phenomenal and amongst the best in Southern Africa.
Interpretations about the constellations of the Southern Hemisphere are given by knowledgeable guides. Romantic stories of gods and goddesses banished to the heavens are woven into astronomical facts and unfolds before one’s eyes. Discover the ancient myths of the stories told by the San about their visions of the stars.
How better to end a blissful day at Sanbona but to sit reflecting under the star studded-canopy of African skies, the vastness of infinite galaxies stretching before one.
The San people of Africa roamed the area for thousands of years until 100 years ago.
The /Xam tribe, the nomadic hunter-gatherers living in harmony with nature realised then that man and nature together is sustainable.
There are 7 recorded sites throughout Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, however many more can be found. Rock art sites date back to more than 3500 years and depict the spiritual beliefs and lives of these fascinating people. During their travels, members of the group would congregate around a communal fire, weaving stories and celebrating the gift of life while the Shaman would meditate through rhythmic dancing, singing and clapping and while in a trance, receive visions and guidance. This medicine man or woman would ensure the well being of the tribe, protecting them from evil and sickness, predicting the future and ensuring good hunting and rains. Certain animals such as the Praying Mantis and the Eland were honoured and revered and were considered to have great spiritual powers.
The only evidence that remains of these little people is the delicate rock art found on Sanbona Wildlife Reserve, their indelible footprints left of their presence in this vast landscape for generations to come.
Sanbona Wildlife Reserve has about 600 species of plants and it is intriguing to know that various species are flowering at different times throughout the year, although some more prolific between August and September.
Approximately half of the reserve used to be livestock and agricultural farms and all aspects of farming are systematically being removed. There are various floral kingdoms that make up the Reserve. These include Acacia Thickets, Nama, Karoo, Renosterveld, Succulent Karoo and Central Mountain Fynbos. Succulents are especially varied and fascinating with names like Baby’s Bottoms, Ostrich Toes and Pig’s Ears.
Animals that roamed the area freely living amongst the San but were eradicated are being reintroduced. The Big 5 – Lion, Leopard, Buffalo, Elephant and Rhinoceros as well as various other species such as Gemsbok, Springbok, Hartebeest, Eland, Kudu, Black Wildebeest and Zebra will be seen on Sanbona Wildlife Reserve. Natural small game such as Jackal, Caracal, Aardwolf, Ant bear, Brown Hyena, Grey Rhebuck, Steenbuck, Klipspringer, Grysbok and Common Duiker continue to thrive.
Your Stay
2 Nights
Fully Inclusive - Bed, All Meals, Fees and Activities
Fast Facts
5 Star
Safari Lodge
Spoken Languages: Afrikaans, English
No. Rooms: 12
Special Interests: Adventure, Big 5, Birding, Flora, Hiking, History & Culture, Leisure, Nature, Relaxation, Star Gazing, Wildlife
