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In Full Bloom: Grootbos Private Nature Reserve

by Gtrav

Aug 1, 2011
2011 / August 2011

 

Come experience the magic world-renowned British conservationist David Bellamy felt when he said, “The best example of conservation of biodiversity I have ever seen — Grootbos says it with flowers.” At Grootbos, one knows they have discovered a truly exceptional nature destination.

The Eden Project in Cornwall has adopted Grootbos as a major partner in its quest to develop its South African display and promote the link between people and plants internationally. Situated less than two hours from Cape Town and overlooking the spectacular Walker Bay, Grootbos encapsulates not only brilliant service, but also a unique environment of conservation and human development.

Spectacular Flora
Fundamental to this ethos is the amazing diversity of flowering plants at Grootbos. Protecting more than 6,000 acres of unique Cape Floral Kingdom, with more than760 species of indigenous flowering plants, a walk, horse-back ride or four-wheel drive through Grootbos Nature Reserve offers young and old an introduction to nature’s more subtle nuances. In September, the Western Cape is famous for displays of wild flowers, which form colorful carpets.

Most visitors head along the west coast from Cape Town, but Grootbos boasts the most spectacular, and least visited, collection of flora. With 6,000 acres of wilderness at your disposal and indigenous fynbos abounding, the kaleidoscope of colors and diversity of flowers is simply breathtaking!

Grootbos Has It All
Whether one’s interests are birding, gardening, wild flowers, whale watching, diving with great white sharks or relaxing on spectacular unspoilt beaches — Grootbos has it all.

The gourmet cuisine is crafted from the finest and freshest local ingredients, including seafood specialties and excellent South African wines. One can experience a fusion of culinary delights and an unforgettable combination of hospitality, friendship and professionalism while marvelling at mesmerising views of Walker Bay.

Accommodations are spacious luxury suites, all with sweeping views across the dunes and ocean, private wooden decks, bathrooms, fine bedding and separate living rooms with cozy fireplaces.

A sunset at Grootbos is one of the most beautiful, with views sweeping across vast expanses of ocean and distant mountain ranges. Grootbos provides, especially for honeymooners and lovebirds, the ideal and most spectacular setting imaginable. Nothing is quite like relaxing during the magnificent sunset in the privacy of your suite in the embrace of your love. Grootbos offers romantic and unique wedding packages.

At Grootbos, feel welcomed in a truly unique place where conservation, luxury and relaxation have found the perfect home.

Learn more at www.grootbos.com.

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