The Secret Season

The Epitome of Luxury at our Exclusive Grootbos Villas

Special valid from 10 April to 31 August 2024 for South African Residents only  

Indulge in a leisurely getaway at the Grootbos Private Villas where luxury is found in every detail. 

The change of season brings exciting gifts to the land surrounding Grootbos. Known as the Secret Season, the earth starts to come alive after winter's first rains are welcomed, and the sensational show begins. Stunning colours transform the fields of fynbos as we start to see the winter blooms.  

Your private and knowledgeable guide will ensure a tailor-made experience as you customise your exclusive villa stay with us. Enjoy stimulating flower safaris or welcome the southern right whales as they make their annual voyage to our warmer waters.

Relax back at the villa and let your dedicated Grootbos team ensure your absolute comfort. Rejuvenating spa treatments assure relaxation and award-winning wines from our exclusive collection are to be enjoyed at dinner where your private chef prepares deliciously innovative meals that are perfectly paired with mesmerising sunsets.

Nature holds many secrets waiting to be told. Allow us to share them with you during our Secret Season.

**PLEASE NOTE: This special does not apply to group bookings consisting of 4 rooms or more.

Book our Secret Season Special at Grootbos Private Villas and Receive up to 55% off your stay and 50% off spa treatments

Example itinerary of your Secret Season Experience

Overview

Delight in the magnificent views from the Grootbos Private Villa as you arrive and enjoy a refreshing welcome drink. Your personal chef has prepared a delicious lunch with the finest fresh ingredients, grown on our organic farm. Discuss your ideal adventure at Grootbos with your private guide.

Allow us to introduce you to some of the Reserve on horseback from our stables or take things slow with a revitalising spa treatment after lunch. At sunset, enjoy a delicious sundowner of your choice as the sky shows off its winter palette, exploding with warm colours and bidding the day farewell.

The Experience

Overview

The Marine Big-Five tour is worth the early start. Just a short drive from Grootbos, board a luxury boat at Kleinbaai harbour and head out for an exciting morning. Look out for the Marine Big-Five which includes whales, sharks, penguins, dolphins and seals and then return to the lodge for a little bit of downtime.

In the afternoon, learn about the Cape Floral Kingdom, her plants and their fascinating pollinators on an exhilarating 4x4 flower safari with your private nature guide. Choose from our world-class collection of wine, which, pairs well with the delectable cuisine prepared just for you.

The Experience

Overview

A coastal safari is in store for you today. Learn about the historic Klipgat caves and the people who lived there many millennia ago. Experience Walker Bay and its magnitudinal beauty as you enjoy a leisurely drive along the coast of the Atlantic Ocean.

Indulge in your final dinner to end it all off with a five-course feast, a celebration of local flavours made especially for you by innovative culinarians.

The Experience

Overview

A wholesome breakfast follows a relaxed morning listening to the sweet birdsong from the comfort of your luxurious canopy bed. Birders rejoice in the Lady Stanford River Boat, where you can see a bevvy of bird species.

After you have returned to Grootbos Private Villas, savour your final moments with a mouthwatering lunch prepared with love by your private chef and once you are packed and ready, bid farewell to the luxurious Villa and leave with unforgettable memories made.

The Experience

Secret Season Special Accommodation

Up To 55% Off the Normal Rates

Private Villas
From R64,500 pn

Private Villas

Experience luxury, privacy and stunning views paired with personalised service in our secluded villas overlooking Walker Bay and Grootbos' fynbos covered hills. Our two luxury villas (4 and 6 bedroom) offer state-of-the-art amenities, a private chef, butler and private guide. Indulge in superb culinary delights and immersive nature experience tailored to your desires.

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Forest Lodge
From R6,950 pppn sharing

Forest Lodge

Surrounded by an ancient milkwood forest on one side and fragrant fynbos on the other, Forest Lodge offers a relaxing and tranquil experience. The 16 spacious and exquisitely decorated suites provide the perfect retreat to connect with nature and loved ones while soaking up the stunning panoramic views.

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Garden Lodge
From R6,950 pppn sharing

Garden Lodge

The spacious and elegant Garden Lodge with its floor-to-ceiling windows create a feeling of being connected with the pristine nature outside. Enjoy one of the best views in Africa from the luxurious lounge area and dine amongst some of South Africa’s finest wines in our brand-new wine cellar.

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Your stay at the Villa includes

5 STAR LUXURY ACCOMMODATION IN THE PRIVATE VILLA

Enjoy a luxurious stay in our six- and four-bedroom Grootbos Private Villas. The villas are a perfect space for friend groups or family to make life-long memories.

50% OFF SPA TREATMENTS

Our Secret Season Special includes 50% off spa treatments. Enjoy a luxurious pamper session in the privacy of your villa, in our elegant treatment rooms, or even in the milkwood forest.

PRIVATE GUIDE

A private guide and vehicle for your entire stay, for guided adventures and transfers to and from activities.

PERSONAL CHEF

A private chef is available to customise your food experience during your villa stay.

FULLY INCLUSIVE MEALS

As part of your Grootbos Private Villa experience, a private chef is on hand to create world-class meals, specifically for you and your guests.

FYNBOS HORSEBACK EXPERIENCE

Horse riding on the reserve, for both experienced and beginner riders.

GUIDED WALKS

Guided walks include fynbos nature tours and Milkwood forest walks.

NATURE ADVENTURES

Nature, marine and coastal drives, including visits to the Walker Bay Nature Reserve, De Kelders Klipgat Cave, as well as seasonal land-based whale watching.

Experience Grootbos This Secret Season

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En-route to Grootbos

We may be an unforgettable destination but the journey here is an experience in its own right.  Marvel at dramatic unspoilt views, stop in at some unique attractions and absorb all the exquisite natural beauty that surrounds you.

A UNIQUE SOUTH AFRICAN EXPERIENCE

Grootbos invites you to experience our country's most precious floral biome and marine wilderness like never before. Enjoy unique guided experiences while being treated to five-star luxury at our lodges and villas. We offer South African residents an exclusive discounted rate and additional benefits.