Accommodation near Elephant Sanctuary - Plettenberg Bay
The Elephant Sanctuary - Plettenberg Bay provides a
wonderfully enriching wildlife experience on the doorstep of one of the Garden
Route's prettiest destinations, Plett. The Elephant Sanctuary is one of
numerous wildlife sanctuaries in the area, but given the African elephant's
iconic status on the continent, if you are going to visit just one of the
sanctuaries, make sure that this is the one!
Situated just 16 kilometres from the seaside resort town of
Plettenberg Bay, the sanctuary is easily accessible and makes an inspiring day
trip. You will find it at The Crags, just off the N2 highway near Nature's
Valley.
The African elephant is one of the 2 elephant types in
existence, and is larger, with a softer, less point head than its Asian
counterparts. It is a member of Africa's famous Big 5 group - of which lion,
leopard, buffalo and rhinoceros are also members. Anyone who knows anything
about African conservation and elephants will also tell you that the ivory
which makes up their tusks is highly coveted by certain groups in the Far East.
They are hence considered threatened, which just goes to make an intimate
elephant encounter even more special.
At the sanctuary elephants are trained using a method of
positive re-enforcement, thus the animals you encounter are relaxed, happy and
well-cared for, which translates into a magical experience for all involved.
There are numerous tour options available to visitors at the Elephant Sanctuary - Plettenberg Bay, among them the trunk-in-hand walk, a tour
of the sanctuary and stables, a brush down experience in which you get to rub
the gentle giants down with a soft brush, and a short elephant ride. You will
get the chance to touch the elephants and feed them, and generally experience
them up close and personal - an experience you won't easily forget!
Before or after the tour you can shop for curios
in the on-site shop, or enjoy a pizza straight from their wood-fired oven.
Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.
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That Place is a comfortable, friendly home where you can spend a good relaxing holiday. Forests and pastoral views, rich bird life - and, if you are lucky - elephants wandering through their paddocks... More Info
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Relax in exquisite luxury suspended in the tree tops of an indigenous forest reserve stretching untamed to the Tsitsikamma Mountains and beyond.
Trogon House and Forest Spa comprises of two lodges... More Info
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A private nature reserve, set on the edge of indigenous forest, Hog Hollow has breathtaking views of the surrounding valleys and Tsitsikamma Mountains. Enjoy outstanding cuisine, personalized accommo... More Info
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Antler Country Lodge is located in a country setting just outside of Plettenberg Bay. The lodge offers comfortable accommodation in a variety of log cabins and self-catering units. It is set in beauti... More Info
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Ambassador to the finer things in life, Kurland is the ideal family and honeymoon retreat along The Garden Route. Situated in the foothills of the Western Cape Mountains on on a vast and beautiful pri... More Info
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Katuri Country Cottage is an EXCLUSIVE 2 BEDROOM COTTAGE on Brackenburn Private Nature Reserve. Tucked away at the end of Askop Road in The Crags. 17 km or 15 minutes from Plettenberg Bay in the Garde... More Info
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We have a charming and modern, but rustic self-catering cottage overlooking the indigenous forest in a quiet, and very beautiful part of The Crags.
The Carraighs has a wooden deck overlooking the p... More Info
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Ingwe Forest Cabins & Adventures is situated in The Crags just 16kms East of Plettenberg Bay on 200 hectares of privately owned land. We are an outdoor educational and adventure centre offering Teamb... More Info
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Exclusive Country Style Retreat between Plettenberg Bay and Nature Valley's incredible beaches.
Its 10 suites and rooms, each with a private wooden patio, view beautiful lily ponds. Surrounded by 12 ... More Info
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Situated 9 km from Nature's Valley, Natures Way Farmhouse is set on a family-run working dairy farm. This holiday home is surrounded by gardens and pastures, and boasts views of the mountains.
Natu... More Info
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Plettenberg Bay Reviews
Plettenberg Bay
A beautiful part of the Western Cape. Caters for all one's needs and always welcomes the traveller with open arms.
- Louise Cloete
Plettenberg Bay
Nice & friendly city
- Simbarashe Chikonyora
Plettenberg Bay
Love Plett
- Karel De Jager
Plettenberg Bay
The beach is beautiful and clean. There are lots of activities, i.e. boat excursions, etc. to take part in, as well as many restaurants. On the way to Knysna or to Nature's Valley, which are either side of Plett, we came across many more activities such as horse riding and the Knysna Elephant Park. There is such a variety of things to do to keep busy and the Robberg hikes are a big hit too. There are also farm stalls next to the main road in both directions. Such a worthwhile place to visit!
- Diana Eksteen
Plettenberg Bay
Great little town with plenty of options in terms of dining and entertainment. Most restaurants were ok but one served me off calamari which was the weirdest thing to me with Plett being a coastal town. Street kids are a bit of a nuisance when they see your car registration isn't from Plett itself. Service is generally ok but I had an instance where a waitress was rude by making snide comments about me to a colleague and she assumed I didn't speak or understand afrikaans so went on to make the comments in front of me. I left it at that and thought that oneday someone would give her a go.
- Simone Hasselbach