Goukamma Nature Reserve

Goukamma Nature Reserve

The Goukamma river estuary (near Sedgefield) forms a peaceful haven and the perfect holiday spot to unwind. The nature reserve comprises an area of about 2 500ha, with a coastline of 14km, and the adjacent marine protected area extends seawards for 1,8km. The nature reserve includes a long beach, an extensive dune field with some of the highest vegetated dunes in South Africa, the Goukamma River and estuary, and the unique Groenvlei lake which has no in-flowing river and no link to the sea.

In this marine protected area one can observe bottle-nosed and common dolphins, common visitors to this area, frolic in the surf. Southern right whales can also be seen close inshore from about July to October. Boat-based and shore-based whale watching takes place.

Accommodation

There are various accommodation options available: A spacious self-catering river house with 3 bedrooms (sleeps 9); Three double thatched rondavels on the estuary (sleeps 6). Enjoy surf-angling, canoeing, day walks and horse riding on the beach (own horses); Groenvlei bush camp � go rustic in this hideaway on the banks of the Groenvlei lake, nestled amongst milkwoods. Wooden walkways link two separate sleeping units (each sleeps 4). Kitchen/dining lapa. Dine alfresco under the stars. Enjoy great bass fishing, close-ups of fish eagles and the use of the reserve�s canoes

Contact Details

Telephone: +27-(0)44 3830042
Facsimile: +27-(0)44 3830043

Email address:
goukamma@mweb.co.za