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Overview

Western Cape, Langeberg Region - Grootvadersbosch is one of the less well-known reserves in the Western Cape. Originally known as Melkhoutskraal, it encompasses 250 hectares of indigenous forest in the Langeberg region, close to Heidelberg.

Sites

3 different campsites - Campsite A (5 sites only) for caravans motorhomes and campervans, Campsite B has 3 sites, each with a wooden deck and screen for tents only and five glamping tents, structured and pitched on decks separate from the main campsite. • Other accommodation: Glamping, Cabins

Site Essentials
  • • Power point & USB port for each site.

  • • Braai facilities on each site. Bring your own grid. Firewood may NOT be brought into the Reserve. Eco-logs, charcoal, and fire lighters are sold at reception.

  • • Water points on each site.

Amenities
  • • Communal ablutions with hot water, showers, basins and flushing toilets for Campsites A & B. Glamping sites have en-suite bathrooms.

  • • Scullery for washing dishes.

  • • No laundry facilities.

Food, Drinks, Supplies
  • • No onsite bar and restaurant. Bring everything you need - no closeby options.

  • • No onsite shop - stock up in Heidelberg 21kms

Activities
  • • Swimming Pool

  • • Day walks • Mountain biking - bring your own gear • Birding

  • • Kiddies play area

Access
  • • Suitable for all types of vehicles. Campsites A for caravans, motorhomes and campervans. Campsite B for tents only. Road caravan owners should be aware of gravel road.

  • • Approximately 7kms of gravel road.

Other
  • • Pets not allowed

  • • Malaria-free area.

  • • Cell signal unverified

  • • No WiFi hotspot

  • • As a general precaution wherever you travel, keep valuables secured away.

In Town

• Heidelberg 21kms: Places to eat - Supermarket - Fuel - ATM - Pharmacy - Common Services

Contact Details
  • Tel: 087 087 8250 |
  • reservation.alert@capenature.co.za
  • https://www.capenature.co.za/reserves/grootvadersbosch-nature-reserve/
  • -33.98440 20.82317
Rates
  • 2024 Camping Rates*

    Campsite A: Vans & Motorhomes
    Peak Season - R470 per site per night
    Off-Peak Season - R250
    Additional persons - R70 pp to a max of 6 per site)

    Campsite B: Tents only
    Peak Season - R530 per site per night
    Off-Peak Season - R370
    Additional persons - R90 pp to a max of 6 per site)

    Glamping:
    Peak Season - R1570
    Off-Peak Season - R910
    Additional persons - R340 pp to a maximum of 4 people

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