Highlights of South Africa
Love To Explore Rating: Business Class
Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat is a tranquil lodge nestled in the rugged Cederberg Mountains. Set within a 7,500-hectare private reserve, this Relais & Châteaux property offers a luxurious escape, adventure and cultural heritage.
With just 16 rooms and two private villas, Bushmans Kloof fosters an intimate atmosphere, with friendly, personal service. Each room and suite is individually decorated with antiques and local art, and every one enjoys a private terrace with beautiful mountain or river views.
Cuisine at Bushmans Kloof focuses on local flavours and seasonal, organic produce alongside South Africa’s finest wines. Guests can enjoy more formal dining in The Homestead or memorable al fresco meals by the river or under the stars.
The onsite spa is a must-visit, offering treatments that draw from ancient African rituals and indigenous plant extracts alongside luxury brands. Guests can enjoy four treatment rooms, a crystal steam room, an outdoor riverside gazebo, a fitness centre, a heated pool and a relaxation lounge.
The retreat offers a wide variety of activities, from guided nature drives, rock art excursions to over 130 ancient San sites, botanical walks, mountain biking, canoeing, archery, fly‑fishing, and a variety of hikes.
At Love To Explore we would recommend the resort for these unique selling points:
- Excellent wellness facilities
- Relais & Chateaux property
- Wide variety of outdoor activities
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Why book a tailor-made holiday with a luxury travel specialist?
The best trips feel effortless, but behind every seamless journey is thoughtful planning and genuine expertise. A luxury travel specialist brings first-hand destination knowledge, trusted recommendations and personalised service to every itinerary, ensuring your holiday is shaped around you. From choosing the finest hotels and experiences to managing all the finer details, tailor-made travel allows you to make the most of your time away without the stress of organising it yourself.
What types of holidays do you specialise in?
Love To Explore specialises in thoughtfully crafted journeys designed entirely around each individual traveller. From slow, sun-drenched escapes on idyllic Indian Ocean islands to immersive, adventure-led safaris through the African wilderness, every trip is shaped by personal style and pace. While Africa and the Indian Ocean remain at the heart of what we do, our trusted network of local experts allows us to extend far beyond, opening the door to extraordinary destinations across the globe.
How far in advance should I book a holiday?
There is no single rule when it comes to booking your next escape, as every journey is completely bespoke. Whether you’re planning a special milestone trip years in advance or seeking a spontaneous last-minute escape, we can help shape it at any stage. That said, for the best choice of boutique lodges and the most sought-after properties, we recommend beginning the planning process around nine months to a year ahead, allowing the widest possible access to availability and experiences. For certain safari lodges and iconic seasonal moments, such as Japan’s cherry blossom season, we would advise planning up to two years in advance.