Under watchful African skies, rugged and yet graceful, a land once the very cradle of humankind has been rediscovered and brought to life . . . Bushmans Kloof, the heartbeat of an African wilderness . . . the rebirth of a long forgotten land. Immense open plains, deep ravines, spectacular waterfalls and prehistoric rock formations characterise this ecological oasis, nestled between the majestic mountains of the Cederberg and the vast plains of the Great Karoo. 270 Kilometres north of Cape Town, unique and unspoilt, this once hunting ground of the intrepid San, is home to an incredible variety of wildlife and plant species, and is a premier spring flower destination. Since 1992, Bushmans Kloof has embodied the rebirth and development of this sanctuary, with a mission to create a thriving wilderness which nurtures its indigenous life, protects its history and secures its future.

Bushmans Kloof is a privately owned wilderness reserve and is world renowned for its 130 rock art sites. In recognition of its rich cultural, historical and environmental significance, Bushmans Kloof has been declared a South African Natural Heritage site.

DINING:

Bushmans Kloof is renowned for its stylish and contemporary country cuisine. The chef specializes in seasonal dishes with a touch of Cape heritage cooking, using organically grown farm produce, and fresh ingredients from the expansive walled vegetable, fruit and herb garden. Guests are invited to the wine cellar to select their wine from an award winning wine list which features top South African wines.

FACILITIES & SERVICES:

Two lounges with fireplaces, one with satellite TV, library, billiard room, bar, wine cellar, Trading Post Gift Shop, dining room and outdoor dining terrace.

Other facilities include swimming pools, sauna, a walled herb, fruit, flower and vegetable garden, seminar facilities and a Spa offering an extensive selection of body & beauty treatments.

Bushmanskloof offers fax, photocopying and postal services, guest email facility in the library, car valet, undercover parking and room service but regret no mobile phone reception.

ACTIVITIES & OUTDOOR PURSUITS:

Daily guided rock art excursions

Nature trails

Botanical tours

Mountain hikes

Bird watching

River walks

Canoeing

Archery

Rock climbing

Mountain biking

Croquet

Game viewing and sunset game drives in open game viewing vehicles.

Swimming in crystal clear natural rock pools.

Perfect environment for painting, fly-fishing, photography, stargazing, picnics, reading and studying the history of the San and their famous rock art and lectures in the heritage centre.

ACCOMMODATION:

7 Luxury Rooms - All with private patio and bathroom en-suite. Waters Edge 1 & 2, River Reeds 1 & 2, Karoo Plains 1,2 & 3

6 Deluxe Rooms - All with large private patio, bathroom en-suite with heated towel rails, lounge area within bedroom and some with fireplaces. Cedar Falls 1 & 2, Rock Pools 1 & 2, Gordon and Masson.

3 Suites - All with large private patio, bathroom en-suite with heated towel railis and separate lounge area and some with fireplaces. Paterson, Niven and Riverside Honeymoon Suite.

Manor House - 4 suites, lounge and fireplace, television room, bar, dining room, covered veranda. All rooms and suites have mini-bars, private terraces with mountain and river views. Check in at 14:00. Afternoon tea is served at 16:30 and game drive departs at 17:00. Check out at 12:00 (After rock art excursion and buffet brunch)

The rates are fully inclusive of a light continental breakfast, coffee and muffins, a scrumptious brunch buffet after the morning excursion, afternoon teas - around a crackling log fire in winter, or on the riverbanks in summer - and delicious four-course dinners served in the elegantly appointed dining room al fresco, or at Spanners, capturing the true flavour of an African night under a million stars.

EXTENSIVE DIRECTIONS ON REQUEST.