Cedar Falls
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Area Info
The Baviaanskloof World Heritage Site is a breathtaking nature reserve with spectacular rugged mountain and valley landscapes. The river that flows through the valley keeps it green and inviting. The Baviaanskloof is one of the eight protected areas within the Cape Floral Region Protected Areas, which is a World Heritage Site. The Baviaanskloof - "Valley of the Baboons" - lies roughly 120km west of Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, South Africa. The mega-reserve comprises of approximately 200 square kilometers of unspoiled, rugged, mountainous terrain. Beginning in the east at Komdomo Campsite, the road leads through the rugged beauty of the Groot River Port, winding its way through pristine conservation areas, towards Willowmore in the west. This covers a distance of approximately 250km. The Baviaanskloof Mega-Reserve is one of the largest wilderness conservation areas in the country where about 500,000ha of land, owned by the government and the private sector, is collaboratively managed by Eastern Cape Parks. It represents seven out of eight of South Africa's biomes, which are distinct ecological communities of plants and animals that live together in a particular climate. For the more adventurous, the vast mountain kingdom offers a unique wilderness experience. It offers visitors various nature-based opportunities which include, rock and mountain climbing, camping, bird watching, and scenic drives. To the traveler, it offers a memorable traveling experience through stunningly beautiful landscapes of a type to be found only in the Eastern Cape. As part of the Cape Floral Kingdom and due to the area's diverse habitat, the spectacular landscapes are home to more than a 1,000 different plant species. These include species of the well known and magnificent Erica and Protea families. The flora of the area encompasses a wide range of genetic diversity, which includes the genetically distinct, ancient cycads. Two surviving species of these ancient plants are found in the Baviaanskloof area. The reserve provides a habitat for more than 50 mammal species, over 300 bird species, and other species of animals, such as reptiles and amphibians.
Units and Rooms
Cedar Farmhouse
Guests: 10
4 rooms - 1 room with 2 singles and a bunkbed, 3 rooms with 2 single beds in each. 2 separate bathrooms, both with baths & 1 with bath & shower. Private outside shower, lounge, dining, well-equipped kitchen, wraparound verandah. Garden with braai area.
Red Cliffs Farmhouse - whole house
Guests: 12
There are four bedrooms. 2 rooms with 3 single beds, 1 rooms with 4 single beds, 1 room with 2 beds. Bedding is provided. There are 2 separate bathrooms, 1 with a bath and 1 with a shower. Open plan lounge, dining and well-equipped kitchen.
Cob Cottage
Guests: 2
Very private 1 bedroom with queen size bed & comfortable lounge. Fully-equipped open plan kitchen with gas appliances. The bathroom has an open-air bath & undercover toilet. Solar power is provided for lighting. Indoor fireplace.
Back Packers Room 1
Guests: 4
The Back Packers consists of 3 rooms with 4 beds, each room has its own private entrance. (sold per room). No bedding provided. A communal bathroom with showers and toilets. A communal kitchen. A gas stove top and gas fridge/freezer in the kitchen.
Back Packers Room 2
Guests: 4
The Back Packers consists of 3 rooms with 4 beds, each room has its own private entrance. (sold per room). No bedding provided. A communal bathroom with showers and toilets. A communal kitchen. A gas stove top and gas fridge/freezer in the kitchen.
Back Packers Room 3
Guests: 4
The Back Packers consists of 3 rooms with 4 beds, each room has its own private entrance. (sold per room). No bedding provided. A communal bathroom with showers and toilets. A communal kitchen. A gas stove top and gas fridge/freezer in the kitchen.
Heuningboshuisie
Guests: 3
The cottage has 1 bedroom with queen bed and one sofa couch (arranged separately). There is an indoor and outdoor bathroom. There is solar and there are gas appliances. Small plunge pool.
Rietrivier Cottage - unit
Guests: 8
There are 3 rooms with single beds and one pull out couch (for 2) in the living area. Bedding and towels provided. There is a solar powered fridge/freezer and gas stove top in the kitchen area. There is a outside braai area and pool.