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Simbavati Cederberg Ridge is a luxurious wilderness lodge offering an ideal blend of gourmet dining, warm hospitality, and adventure. Nestled in the heart of the Cederberg Mountains, it boasts panoramic views of the rugged natural landscape, allowing guests to fully immerse themselves in the beauty of this pristine region.
This stylish retreat offers an authentic 'away-from-it-all' experience, yet is conveniently located just a 2½-hour scenic drive from Cape Town and the Winelands.
The lodge’s design reflects a modern African farmhouse ambience, featuring inviting interiors with vaulted ceilings, wooden beams, and natural textures that create a light, airy atmosphere. Large French windows open onto a generous covered stoep and dining deck, overlooking the garden and mountains beyond.
With 11 spacious rooms and suites, a restaurant with a view, a large swimming pool, and indigenous gardens that flow into the surrounding veld, Cederberg Ridge offers both space and style in the midst of wilderness. Situated on a 3,000-hectare farm, the lodge offers direct access to walking and mountain bike trails, with the Cederberg Wilderness Reserve just beyond.
Whether seeking relaxation or adventure, Cederberg Ridge promises an unforgettable getaway immersed in nature.
With a stunning modern design, the Classic Courtyard Room is located in the main Lodge building, offering the convenience of proximity to lodge facilities.The room is frail or wheelchair friendly with plenty of space to maneuver, a ledge seat in the shower and additional handles near the toilet.The room offers a lovely view of our courtyard with no mountain views.FACILITIES: Queen-sized bed, air-conditioning, minibar, desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee facilities, en suite bathroom with bath and shower, underfloor heating in bathroom and outside terrace.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Ensuite, Hairdryer, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee
The Classic View room opens onto the main stoep with views over the garden and towards the Mountains. It has an enclosed toilet.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Ensuite, Hairdryer, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee, Vanity Cabinet, Wardrobe
These three luxurious, airy rooms (52sqm) have stunning views over the Cederberg. Each offers plenty of wood and natural textures. Cosy window seats invite you to relax with a good book, or simply contemplate the glorious mountain views. In summer, air-conditioning ensures a serene night’s sleep. In winter you can curl up with a glass of wine around the wood-burning fireplace.
Enjoy the beautiful free-standing bath with its expansive view. The indoor shower leads out to an outdoor shower with mountain views. In front is a charming stone terrace offering both sun and shade.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Lounge, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Outside Shower, Private Pool / Jacuzzi, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee, Wardrobe
Three Superior suites (64sqm) enjoy the same décor and facilities as the luxury suites. Extra touches are a generous walk-through shower and built-in day beds on the deck. Each can accommodate one child under 12 years sharing with parents. FACILITIES: King-sized bed or twin beds, air-conditioning, seating area, minibar, desk, complimentary Wi-Fi, tea/coffee facilities, wood-burning stove, en suite bathroom with bath and shower, underfloor heating in bathroom, separate toilet and outside terrace.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee, Wardrobe
The three Superior Pool suites have that extra level of privacy. They enjoy the same décor and The Superior Pool suites have that extra level of privacy. They enjoy the same décor and facilities as the Superior suites. But with an extended terrace which incorporates a sleep-out platform (with queen bed) and a small plunge pool, heated with a wood-burner in winter.
The sleep-out bed can be used as a daybed or as an after-dinner star-gazing bed. Or for the true romantics, there is nothing better than sleeping outside under the stars. (With the option to retreat indoors when-ever you wish.)
The plunge pool comes with a Kolkol wood-burner, so that you can use it as a hot tub in the cooler months (especially autumn and spring). And as a refreshing plunge pool in summer.
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Ensuite, External Shower, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Mini Bar, Mosquito Nets, Mosquito Netting, Outside Shower, Plunge Pool, Private Lounge / Sitting Area, Shower, Table, Tea / Coffee, Wardrobe
Property Facilities
Activity Desk, Air conditioner, Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Credit Card Facilities, Disabled Friendly , Eco Friendly, Guided Tours, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service, Library, Licensed, Malaria Free, Mobile Connectivity, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking, Spa, Vegetarian
Room Facilities
Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Bath Towels, Bath, Bed Linen, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Detached Private Bathroom, Disabled Rooms, Dressing Gowns, Electrical Outlets, En Suite Bathroom, Fireplace, Hairdryer, Hand Towels, Internet Access (Complimentary), Laundry Service (Available), Mini Bar, Outside Shower, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Telephone, Television, Underfloor Heating, Verandah, Wardrobe
Available Services
24-hour Security, Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card Facilities, Disability, Laundry Service (Available), Meal on Request, Room Service, Travel Desk
Activities on Site
Bird Watching, Boating, Fine Dining, Massages, Natural History Tours, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided)
Activities Nearby
Beach, Bird Watching, Boat Cruises, Child Friendly Activities, Cultural Tours, Cycling, Garden Tours, General Sightseeing, Hiking, Historical Tours, Horse Riding, Mountain Biking, Museums, Natural History Tours, Rock Climbing, Walks (Guided), Walks (Self Guided), Wine Tasting
The Cederberg Mountains rise majestically above the vineyards and citrus groves of the Oliphants River valley. Most of the mountain range is part of the Cederberg Wilderness Reserve and remains one of the most pristine areas of South Africa. Ancient mountain trails, originally cast by woodcutters, take you past curious rock formations and pristine fynbos, such as the rare Snow Protea and Clanwilliam pincushion.
Apart from the occasional “boulderer”, (free-style rock climbers), it is rare to see other walkers in the northern Cederberg. You can join one of our guided walks, or you can walk independently. It is up to you!
Wish you could get to see more Stars and stare at them for hours? The Cederberg is star-gazing heaven. Our night skies are beautiful with little or no cloud cover year round. And very little light pollution. And yet we are a mere 2½ hours from Cape Town. (Yes Sutherland may have a slight edge. But we are much less of a drive!)
Cederberg is the only place in the world where the remarkably healthy Rooibos tea is grown. Rooibos (‘red bush’) is a major industry in the Cederberg. This region happens to be the only place in the world where rooibos, (actually not a tea, but a broom-like shrub) can be successfully grown. So this indigenous, healthy caffeine & tannin-free herbal tea is exported throughout the world to Europe, Japan and the USA.
We offer a fascinating Rooibos excursion to one of the local Rooibos farms. This happens approximately twice a week on a Tuesday and a Saturday. Here you can see how they grow and then process the earthy-tasting tea. Afterward you enjoy a tea-tasting.
Enjoy guided walking trails both right from the lodge or in the adjacent Cederberg Wilderness
Reserve. Trails range from an easy 45 minutes to a 3-4 hour hike. Why not try our very own
Spitzkop peak with its iconic views?
The Sevilla rock art trail is a collection of nine rock art sites about 30 minutes’ drive from Cederberg Ridge. The 5km walking trail consists of 9 different rock art sites and will take about 3 hours to complete, depending on how long you stay at each site, so it’s a 4+ hour trip in total.
Our guides introduce you not only to the life and culture of the San but also to the natural beauty of their homeland. Our guides are passionate and very knowledgeable about the history and culture of the San people.
Note that in summer we head out very early at 6.30am in the relative cool of the day, armed with some snacks to ward off hunger. Then we come back for a late breakfast/brunch.
Cederberg Ridge offers a semi-full day excursion into the High Cederberg (Stadsaal and Cederberg Cellars) every three days, which is highly recommended.
Enjoy the sights of the High Cederberg on a guided excursion to Stadsaal caves, rock at and wine-tasting at Cederberg Cellars.
Cederberg Ridge offers a semi-full day excursion into the West Coast for a delicious seafood lunch on the beach at Muisbosskerm. Generally we offer this excursion in the summer months when it’s enjoyable to escape the heat and head to the cooling sea breezes.
En-route we unique Bird Island with its vast array of gannets and cormorants.
Please note: Our guided excursions follow a set program so we cannot guarantee any particular excursion during your stay. This excursion is typically on a Sunday.
Most people prefer to enjoy a mountain bike ride independently. (Though you can ask for a guide if you prefer.) Our mountain bike trails also range from an easy track (less than an hour) to something more challenging for the more experienced.
The easier trails on the farm can be done independently. As with walking, we provide maps and signs to guide you.
The Clanwilliam dam provides a stunning setting for our sunset boat cruises. These come into their own in the hot summer months from November to February. With the mountain as your backdrop, soak up the fiery sky at dusk on our 1½ hour sundowner cruise. We offer this typically every other evening in the summer months.
We generally offer this tour from generally October to March when the water is nice for swimming off the back of the boat. But timing may be less frequent.
To pay homage to our unparalleled cultural heritage, we bring you traditional African massages. Indulge in a selection of Africa’s authentic and traditional massage techniques with our highly skilled therapists.
We offer a selection of treatments in our spa and adjoining relaxation room, which will relax and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit. A massage is especially recommended after an adventurous hike in our mountains. But you really don’t need an excuse to treat yourself!
Dinning at Cederberg Ridge
We aim to provide a variety of dining experiences during your stay.
Meal times are as follows:
Breakfast is from 8:00-10:00
Lunch is not at a set time to accommodate arriving or departing guests. From 12:30 to 15:00
Dinner is from 19:30-21:30. We kindly ask that you are seated by 20:45.
Please advise us of any dietary requirements so that we can cater accordingly.
Please note that drinks are not included in our meal basis.
