Nestled in the Cederberg Mountains
Our ecological oasis is a wilderness retreat among ancient bush art sites.
Visit siteBushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Wellness Retreat
Nestled in the foothills of the Cederberg Mountains on South Africa's dramatic lesser-known west coast, our ecological oasis is a magical wilderness retreat among open plains, sandstone formations and ancient bush art sites dating back 10,000 years. We are proud that our preservation efforts of this rock art have earned the distinction of Grade 1 South African National Heritage Site. Be at one with Africa in our multi-award-winning haven, just three hours from Cape Town. Discover awe-inspiring activities, unique dining, ancient African culture, dramatic landscapes and outstanding nature experiences
Explore our oasis in the wilderness
The power of passion
"Boontjieskloof (the farm on which Bushmans Kloof resides) was once a rooibos, citrus, potato and livestock farm, before opening as Bushmans Kloof in 1996. The homestead on the farm - now the Manor House - was once the main facility for guest accommodation. Red Carnation Hotels took ownership of Bushmans Kloof in 2003 and I was delighted to become General Manager in 2016.
I am most proud of each of our outstanding conservation initiatives, including the Anatolian dog project, our work with the Cape Leopard Trust, the preservation of our Cedar tree population, and the careful protection of our rock art, dating back 10,000 years. We also have a walled garden that produces vegetables, herbs, fruit and flowers for the lodge, and offer community support to our local school.
Many of our Bushmans Kloof team have been with the lodge for over 25 years, and a great number of us hail from the local area. We are honoured to share this beautiful reserve with our guests, from the wilderness of the Cederberg Mountains to the Cape fynbos, a world-renowned floral biome with the most biodiversity of all the floral kingdoms.
Our signature experiences include dining in our shepherd’s hut or under the stars at Embers, enjoying delicious picnics in a field of flowers during flower season, visiting our rock art sites or taking a spectacular afternoon nature drive through the reserve.
We hope to welcome you to the beauty of Bushmans Kloof soon."
- Rory du Plessis, General Manager
