Grootbos Forest Lodge

$700 - $1,015

per person sharing

Overview of Grootbos Forest Lodge

South Africa, Whale Coast

Grootbos Forest Lodge is located in the almost 2 800ha Grootbos Private Nature Reserve. Overlooking the Atlantic Ocean and Overberg Mountains, this award-winning lodge features a sophisticated design and has been constructed using local sandstone and sustainably harvested timber. Ideal for a honeymoon or romantic getaway, Forest Lodge offers only 16 suites and provides an intimate and elegant experience.

Explore the magnificent area on guided drives and walks through the reserve as you learn about the fascinating fynbos and delicate relationships of the indigenous flora and fauna. Go horse riding, whale watching, on a flower safari, or even a thrilling scenic flight over the gorgeous landscape. Grootbos has a strong focus on conservation and sustainable tourism, and is a member of Fair Trade in Tourism, South Africa (FTTSA).

 

Make a Positive Impact Through Travel

Grootbos Foundation is a non-profit organisation that works to conserve the critically endangered fynbos, while also focusing on the training and skills development of the surrounding communities. It is an organisation dedicated to empowering others through ecotourism, enterprise development, sports development and education. All projects are replicable and scalable, with many generating their own income or becoming partially self-sustaining. From coaching soccer and computer training to clearing alien vegetation, each programme has been carefully considered to build a brighter future for the people who live here, as well as the environment.

Bookings & Pricing

Competitive Rates For Unforgettable Experiences
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16 Jul 2025 - 15 Dec 2025

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$915

16 Dec 2025 - 10 Jan 2026

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$970

11 Jan 2026 - 30 Apr 2026

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$915

1 May 2026 - 15 Jul 2026

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$700

16 Jul 2026 - 15 Dec 2026

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$955

16 Dec 2026 - 10 Jan 2027

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$1,015

11 Jan 2027 - 30 Apr 2027

Full Board (Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner)

$955
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Our rates are per person sharing unless we note differently.

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Highlights & Activities

What's on offer whilst on this itinerary?
  • Located in the Grootbos Private Nature Reserve on the Whale Coast
  • A modern, light & spacious lodge with fantastic views over the reserve
  • Luxurious suites, all tucked within the forest - all very private & romantic
  • Amazing cuisine, prepared with ingredients from the Grootbos gardens

Beach activities

Bird watching

Day tours

Guided walks

Hiking

Horse riding

Picnics

Whale watching

Rooms at Grootbos Forest Lodge

Unwind and relax, in your own private luxury
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One-Bedroom Luxury Suite

Grootbos Forest Lodge offers 16 private Luxury Suites hidden in a fairytale forest.

Each suite is elegantly furnished for both comfort and beauty, and features a fireplace, romantic canopy bed, under-floor heating, and a spacious en suite bathroom with double showers and/or bathtubs. In addition, the suites also offer superb views from the wooden deck, and mini-bars.

General Facilities

Spend lazy afternoons beside the swimming pool where you can enjoy exceptional views over Walker Bay.

The main lodge complex houses the bar area where you can enjoy a refreshing drink or complimentary tea, coffee and sweet treats and nibbles.

Bar

Beauty therapist

Computer facilities

Laundry service

Private garden

Restaurant

Swimming pool

Wi-Fi available

Dining

Dine at the Red Indigo restaurant where you can enjoy a range of excellent dishes created using local and fresh produce. Look out at the incredible views of Walker Bay through huge windows, while the friendly staff attends to your every need. Complement your meal with a fine wine from their extensive collection.

Expert Opinion

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Monique Lange

Monique Lange

Africa safari Expert

Tucked away in nature and away from the Hermanus hubbub, Grootbos boasts unparalleled views of the bay while providing a luxury, tailor-made experience for discerning guests.

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Traveller Reviews

  • ML
    Monique Lange
    employee

    Truly one of the most unique spaces I've ever encountered in the Western Cape. The perfect balance between bush & beach, Grootbos embodies everything there is to love about being surrounded by nature. Enjoy views of the many indigenous fynbos fields with the added element of having the occasional crisp, ocean breeze drift past from nearby Walker Bay.

  • LV
    Lauren Vorster
    employee

    Tucked away in nature and away from the Hermanus hubbub, Grootbos boasts unparalleled views of the bay while providing a luxury, tailor-made experience for discerning guests.

  • MG
    Martin Goh
    traveler

    Grootbos was sensational. We can’t say enough good things about the place. It was a beautiful property, matched only by the warmth and professionalism of the service staff. The outdoor activities were very enjoyable and well-run. Absolutely fabulous.

  • PR
    Peter Richardson
    traveler

    Grootbos – what can we say – fantastic. Definitely the best small hotel we have stayed at and on a par with Four Seasons. Accommodation, food, service and the staff were all first class. The nature drives and trips were very good and Christoff our guide on the 4 x 4 nature safari and nature walks was quite exceptional. Five stars does not seem enough – we did not want to leave.

  • TF
    Todd Fleischhauer
    traveler

    The highlight of our trip was Grootbos – we loved the room, the on site activities including whale / seal / penguin watching and the social responsibility tour and wished we had left the previous hotel earlier to enjoy Grootbos to its fullest. What a treat.

  • MR
    Matt Riggs
    traveler

    Grootbos – another fantastic place with great food. We really liked the modern/contemporary design of the lodges and the fact that we were staying in a nature reserve. Once again all the staff were extremely helpful and all the activities well organized. We enjoyed Whale watching and I went cage diving, which really didn’t live up to expectations (I think I would prefer to be in open water as opposed to cooped up in a cage!). Unfortunately, it was a very long trip with lots of waiting around on the boat etc. Apart from the cage diving trip (which isn’t operated by Grootbos), we loved the place. I especially like the fact that they are training and educating local people from the shanty town to act as guides, thereby putting something back into the community.

ML
Monique Lange
employee

Truly one of the most unique spaces I've ever encountered in the Western Cape. The perfect balance between bush & beach, Grootbos embodies everything there is to love about being surrounded by nature. Enjoy views of the many indigenous fynbos fields with the added element of having the occasional crisp, ocean breeze drift past from nearby Walker Bay.

LV
Lauren Vorster
employee

Tucked away in nature and away from the Hermanus hubbub, Grootbos boasts unparalleled views of the bay while providing a luxury, tailor-made experience for discerning guests.

MG
Martin Goh
traveler

Grootbos was sensational. We can’t say enough good things about the place. It was a beautiful property, matched only by the warmth and professionalism of the service staff. The outdoor activities were very enjoyable and well-run. Absolutely fabulous.

PR
Peter Richardson
traveler

Grootbos – what can we say – fantastic. Definitely the best small hotel we have stayed at and on a par with Four Seasons. Accommodation, food, service and the staff were all first class. The nature drives and trips were very good and Christoff our guide on the 4 x 4 nature safari and nature walks was quite exceptional. Five stars does not seem enough – we did not want to leave.

TF
Todd Fleischhauer
traveler

The highlight of our trip was Grootbos – we loved the room, the on site activities including whale / seal / penguin watching and the social responsibility tour and wished we had left the previous hotel earlier to enjoy Grootbos to its fullest. What a treat.