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Platbos Forest Reserve
Platbos is an ancient indigenous forest situated at the foot of Africa. Described by botanist and author, Professor Eugene Moll, as a "unique South African forest jewel", this is a forest that enchants and inspires all who come to visit. Please note that we do not do Sunday check-ins. Please do not start your booking on a Sunday. Exceptions may be made for stays of 4 or more days.
Area Info
The forest, found on the slopes of the Baviaanspoort Hills, is located on the Grootbos Road between the fishing village of Gansbaai and the seaside town of Hermanus in the Western Cape Province. Southern Right Whales gather each year in Spring to birth their young in the blue waters of Walker Bay, a few kilometers away from the forest. The vegetation surrounding the forest comprises low-growing limestone fynbos (an endangered ecosystem of immense floral biodiversity), coastal thickets, cultivated fields and dense stands of invasive alien vegetation. The discovery that the landscape also nurtures this unusual gem of an indigenous forest, takes many by surprise.
Units and Rooms
Olive Cabin
Guests: 3
Bedroom with double bed All linen, towels and bedding provided Hot Tub Open plan kitchen/sitting room with a sleeper couch that folds out into a double bed Fully equipped kitchen with minibar fridge Double gas plate for cooking
Bush Buck Suite
Guests: 2
With French doors and generous windows, this open-plan cabin is airy and light, yet with its indoor fire place, is cozy and snug for cold weather stays. All linen, towels and bedding provided. Fully equipped kitchen. Gas for cooking
Honey Bee Suite
Guests: 2
This unit offers private and secluded accommodation and sleeps 2 guests in a free-standing tented room with a double bed. All linen, towels and bedding provided. Fully equipped kitchen with indoor fireplace. Gas for cooking.
Forest Camp
Guests: 6
Our Budget Friendly Glamping Campsite - Our rustic tented bedroom caters for 2 guests. Additional guests to a maximum of 6 in total can set up their own tents for the night.
