Accommodation near Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve

If you have done any research into the Garden Route's attractions, you will be familiar with the wide range of activities offered in the area. Among them are beach outings, visits to animal sanctuaries and meals at scenic restaurants, among other things. However, if you are interested in getting to know South Africa's wildlife, none of these attractions will come close to a visit to the Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve.

The reserve is situated in the hills above the Garden Route coastline, roughly 12 kilometres outside of Plettenberg Bay itself. It sits at the confluence of 2 rivers, the Keurbooms and the Palmiet, which in turn contribute to the diversity of the reserve. The area consists of 3 biomes - fynbos, grassland and indigenous forest, which provide a home to no fewer than 35 species of mammals and over 100 bird species. The animals you can hope to see include lion, hippos, rhino, buffalo, giraffe, crocodiles and many species of antelope.

While the Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve has a wonderful lodge which allows you to stay over and have a multi-day safari experience, it also has excellent day-visitor facilities, and everything is well suited to children.

You can choose between a canoe trip, a horse-back safari, a walking safari or a traditional safari in an open game viewing vehicle. All safaris are conducted by friendly, experienced guides. A major plus is that they all take place in this beautiful malaria free environment.

After your chosen activity, you can make your way back to the reception area where you can enjoy the coffee shop or order some drinks and snacks at the bar. In winter they stoke up the fire, making for a cosy encounter, while in summer the kids are free to play on the jungle gym outside.

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