Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
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Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat
P O Box 582
Cape Town
8000
South Africa
P O Box 582
Cape Town
8000
South Africa
Telephone:
+ 27 (0)21 437 9278
Fax:
+ 27 (0)21 437 9055
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Hotel Description
Escape to Bushmans Kloof - the ideal getaway, offering an exhilarating combination of wellness, tranquility, restoration, conservation and heritage. It is the ultimate haven to rest the mind and spirit, in the heart of the wilderness and surrounded by the wonders of nature.
The highly acclaimed Relais & Châteaux lodge has 16 spectacular guest rooms and suites, combining beautiful finishes with an eclectic combination of ethnic and South African-colonial art and furnishings. Just 270kms from Cape Town, this ecological oasis, of open plains, rock pools and waterfalls set amongst landscapes of staggering rock formations, has a spirit and mystical beauty that gently soothes and rejuvenates, leaving one feeling at peace and restored.
Bushmans Kloof has consistently received world-wide recognition for its exceptional dedication to preserving the natural beauty of the 7500 hectare reserve that provides a predator and malaria-free sanctuary to many endangered species of flora and fauna. With over 130 ancient Bushman rock art sites in the reserve it is also a South African Natural Heritage Site, renowned as one of the world's largest open air rock art galleries.
An inspiring holistic healing and wellness focus has been introduced, with additional facilities and spa/wellness programmes to enhance this special experience, allowing guests to make their stay one of discovery, enrichment and indulgence.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat was voted Best Hotel in the World 2009 in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. Other recent accolades include the Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Award: Global Winner of Wildlife Conservations Programs (2009); Condé Nast Traveler USA Gold List (2010); Condé Nast Traveller UK Gold List: Best Hotels for Food in Africa, Middle East and the Indian Ocean (2010); and Spa Magazine Silver Sage Readers’ Choice Awards: Favourite Resort/Hotel Spa in Africa and the Middle East (2009).
The highly acclaimed Relais & Châteaux lodge has 16 spectacular guest rooms and suites, combining beautiful finishes with an eclectic combination of ethnic and South African-colonial art and furnishings. Just 270kms from Cape Town, this ecological oasis, of open plains, rock pools and waterfalls set amongst landscapes of staggering rock formations, has a spirit and mystical beauty that gently soothes and rejuvenates, leaving one feeling at peace and restored.
Bushmans Kloof has consistently received world-wide recognition for its exceptional dedication to preserving the natural beauty of the 7500 hectare reserve that provides a predator and malaria-free sanctuary to many endangered species of flora and fauna. With over 130 ancient Bushman rock art sites in the reserve it is also a South African Natural Heritage Site, renowned as one of the world's largest open air rock art galleries.
An inspiring holistic healing and wellness focus has been introduced, with additional facilities and spa/wellness programmes to enhance this special experience, allowing guests to make their stay one of discovery, enrichment and indulgence.
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat was voted Best Hotel in the World 2009 in the Travel + Leisure World’s Best Awards readers’ survey. Other recent accolades include the Condé Nast Traveler World Savers Award: Global Winner of Wildlife Conservations Programs (2009); Condé Nast Traveler USA Gold List (2010); Condé Nast Traveller UK Gold List: Best Hotels for Food in Africa, Middle East and the Indian Ocean (2010); and Spa Magazine Silver Sage Readers’ Choice Awards: Favourite Resort/Hotel Spa in Africa and the Middle East (2009).
Luxury Hotel Accommodation
16 rooms can accommdate 32 guests.
7 Luxury RoomsEach of the Luxury Rooms are double or twin with private patio overlooking the landscaped gardens and with access to a nearby swimming pool.
7 Deluxe RoomsAll with large private patio and lounge area within the bedroom and some with fireplaces.
1 Suite
A spacious Suite with king size bed, large private patio and seperate lounge area with fireplace.
1 Supreme Suite
Riverside is a private, luxury cottage near the water and has a separate lounge area with fireplace, flat screen TV in both the lounge and bedroom and designer bath and shower. It boasts a spacious, secluded private patio with outdoor shower and private infinity pool.
All rooms feature: Air conditioning and ceiling fans, under-floor heating, in-room safe, direct dial telephone, mini bar, thrice daily turndown service, complimentary laundry and valet service for Suite, Satellite flat screen TV, DVD and CD player and iPod docking station in Suite and Deluxe Rooms.
Facilities
• The Homestead comprises 2 lounge areas with fireplace, satellite flat screen TV, library and business centre with wireless internet access; bar and wine cellar; as well as the Homestead fine dining restaurant and terrace.
• The Heritage Centre where guests may view ancient Bushman artefacts and photographs.
• Conference Room with state of the art equipment
• Fitness Centre equipped with spinning cycle, bar and weights, yoga mats, pilates balls, mirrors, bottled water and towels.
• The Spa at Bushmans Kloof offers a wide range of treatments using Elemis, Dermalogica and Africology products. Special outdoor areas, a dual outdoor spa gazebo and in-room treatments available.
• Makana (‘To Feast’) - Outdoor dining area at the lodge.
• Embers – Open air dining ‘under African skies’ in the reserve.
• Kadoro – (‘Tinderbox of Stories’) - A ‘secret’ dining location in the reserve, especially suitable for private dinners.
• River Boma for sunset drinks and late night storytelling around the log fire.
• Reception area at the Manor House.
• The Trading Post Gift Shop.
• Four swimming pools (including one heated pool).
• Flower and herb garden, as well as organic fruit and vegetable garden.
• The Heritage Centre where guests may view ancient Bushman artefacts and photographs.
• Conference Room with state of the art equipment
• Fitness Centre equipped with spinning cycle, bar and weights, yoga mats, pilates balls, mirrors, bottled water and towels.
• The Spa at Bushmans Kloof offers a wide range of treatments using Elemis, Dermalogica and Africology products. Special outdoor areas, a dual outdoor spa gazebo and in-room treatments available.
• Makana (‘To Feast’) - Outdoor dining area at the lodge.
• Embers – Open air dining ‘under African skies’ in the reserve.
• Kadoro – (‘Tinderbox of Stories’) - A ‘secret’ dining location in the reserve, especially suitable for private dinners.
• River Boma for sunset drinks and late night storytelling around the log fire.
• Reception area at the Manor House.
• The Trading Post Gift Shop.
• Four swimming pools (including one heated pool).
• Flower and herb garden, as well as organic fruit and vegetable garden.
Location
By road: 2½ hour scenic drive, 270km from Cape Town. Transfers available on request from Cape Town.
By air: Fixed wing and helicopter transfers are available. Approximately 45 minutes from Cape Town. Private air-strip: 1200m gravel surface – 20 minute transfer to the lodge. Coordinates: S32 02 00 E19 02 32 | Distance: 117.6NM
DIRECTIONS TO BUSHMANS KLOOF
(270km from Cape Town – allow two and a half–three hours driving time)
GPS COORDINATES:
S 32º 07†14’
E 19º 06†28’
1. Depart Cape Town via the N1.
2. Before Century City / Ratanga Junction, take the N7 off-ramp towards Malmesbury.
3. Continue past Malmesbury, towards Moorreesburg, Piketburg and Citrusdal to enter the Olifants River Valley (route takes approximately 2 hours).
We recommend that you stop at Kardoesie (Farm Style Restaurant) for a light lunch just outside of Citrusdal on your right hand side.
4. Pass the Clanwilliam Dam (located on the right hand side of the road) and turn right onto the R364 to Lamberts Bay / Clanwilliam.
5. At the T-Junction, turn right to Clanwilliam.
6. When entering the town, a petrol station is located on the left hand side of road.
NB: Fill up if petrol is required and please call the lodge on 0027 (0)27 482 8200 as there is no mobile reception after this point. This will enable the lodge to anticipate your time of arrival.
7. From Clanwilliam to the lodge gate is approximately 40km. Continue straight on the R364 towards Wupperthal and Calvinia and cross a bridge – follow this tarred road for approximately 25km, past ‘Louis Leipoldt’s Grave’ and over the Pakhuis Pass.
8. Cross a low bridge over the Brandewyns River.
9. Continue past a sign on the left hand side to ‘Traveller’s Rest’.
10. After travelling for 800m, the Bushmans Kloof gate will be on your right hand side.
11. Turn right at the Bushmans Kloof gate (recommended speed in the reserve – 40km per hour).
12. Continue straight, crossing a small bridge below the dam wall and follow the signs to the lodge.
13. Continue towards the lodge and on arrival please park your car next to the big Blue Gum trees and the building marked ‘Reception’.
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that our gate closes at 17h00 daily.
Should you expect to arrive after this time, kindly contact the lodge on 0027 (0)27 482 8200 prior to your departure to the lodge.
With advance notice we can make alternative arrangements.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO MOBILE PHONE RECEPTION BETWEEN CLANWILLIAM AND THE LODGE.
By air: Fixed wing and helicopter transfers are available. Approximately 45 minutes from Cape Town. Private air-strip: 1200m gravel surface – 20 minute transfer to the lodge. Coordinates: S32 02 00 E19 02 32 | Distance: 117.6NM
DIRECTIONS TO BUSHMANS KLOOF
(270km from Cape Town – allow two and a half–three hours driving time)
GPS COORDINATES:
S 32º 07†14’
E 19º 06†28’
1. Depart Cape Town via the N1.
2. Before Century City / Ratanga Junction, take the N7 off-ramp towards Malmesbury.
3. Continue past Malmesbury, towards Moorreesburg, Piketburg and Citrusdal to enter the Olifants River Valley (route takes approximately 2 hours).
We recommend that you stop at Kardoesie (Farm Style Restaurant) for a light lunch just outside of Citrusdal on your right hand side.
4. Pass the Clanwilliam Dam (located on the right hand side of the road) and turn right onto the R364 to Lamberts Bay / Clanwilliam.
5. At the T-Junction, turn right to Clanwilliam.
6. When entering the town, a petrol station is located on the left hand side of road.
NB: Fill up if petrol is required and please call the lodge on 0027 (0)27 482 8200 as there is no mobile reception after this point. This will enable the lodge to anticipate your time of arrival.
7. From Clanwilliam to the lodge gate is approximately 40km. Continue straight on the R364 towards Wupperthal and Calvinia and cross a bridge – follow this tarred road for approximately 25km, past ‘Louis Leipoldt’s Grave’ and over the Pakhuis Pass.
8. Cross a low bridge over the Brandewyns River.
9. Continue past a sign on the left hand side to ‘Traveller’s Rest’.
10. After travelling for 800m, the Bushmans Kloof gate will be on your right hand side.
11. Turn right at the Bushmans Kloof gate (recommended speed in the reserve – 40km per hour).
12. Continue straight, crossing a small bridge below the dam wall and follow the signs to the lodge.
13. Continue towards the lodge and on arrival please park your car next to the big Blue Gum trees and the building marked ‘Reception’.
We would like to draw your attention to the fact that our gate closes at 17h00 daily.
Should you expect to arrive after this time, kindly contact the lodge on 0027 (0)27 482 8200 prior to your departure to the lodge.
With advance notice we can make alternative arrangements.
PLEASE NOTE THAT THERE IS NO MOBILE PHONE RECEPTION BETWEEN CLANWILLIAM AND THE LODGE.