Protea Hotel Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

The Hotel

Situated on a 3000ha game farm in spectacular mountains, between Mossel Bay and George, the children-friendly and malaria-free Protea Hotels Botlierskop Private Game Reserve offers a great diversity of wildlife and activities, as well as luxurious, tented accommodation in private suites along the river. Day activities at Botlierskop include luxury 4x4 game drives, rugged mountain terrain and informative nature walks through diverse habitats, as well as elephant back ride, picnic with the elephants, two hour horseback safaris and helicopter flips.

Each of the 15 luxury-tented suites at Botlierskop is elegantly decorated in a romantic colonial theme with 4-poster beds draped with mosquito nets. The en-suite bathrooms are lavishly equipped with deep baths, open-air showers and stunning views. The Fireplace restaurant provides GUESTS with authentic South African meals, whilst sundowners on the deck or in the lounge are ideal for general relaxation.

• Please Note:
• Child Policy: No children under the age of 6 years will be accommodated.
  Children between the ages of 6 - 12 years, sharing with parents, will be half price of adult rate.

Protea Hotel Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - A Big Game Experience on the Garden Route

Features

Dining facilities
A large open-air deck, overlooking the valleys, brings together fauna and flaura with relaxing African sounds in the distance. Here, where heaven and earth collide you can relax and enjoy glorious sunsets on summer nights, while two indoor fireplaces can assure a cosy winter atmosphere. This elegant thatched roof and volcanic rock restaurant provides the perfect setting for a unique dining experience you won't want to miss.

Fine Dining
At "The Fireplace", you can indulge in our well renowned traditional a la carte menu, serving true South African cuisine with a modern twist and not to forget our scrumptious salads, light lunches and ever so famous speciality coffees and confectionaries!

The Fireplace is a 120 seater restaurant, designed to accommodate and spoil GUESTS without compromising on intimacy and comfort. To further enhance the experience, locally produced live entertainment in the form of a pianist, drumming circles and African dancers can be arranged. Both of these are highly recommended and add to the uniqueness and special memories.

True South African hospitality
At Protea Hotel Botlierskop Private Game Reserve, GUESTS can enjoy refreshments before and after game drives while relaxing with the tranquility of the river, valley and unspoiled vegetation as backdrop. It serves as meeting place from where game drives depart as well as an oasis to replenish thirsty souls on the return.

Day Centre
The Day Centre at Protea Hotel Botlierskop Private Game Reserve opened in November 2008. Here, day visitors can enjoy all our activities, as well as lunch. It is also ideal for private events, large or small groups and even incentive groups looking for an unforgettable experience.

Swimming pool
GUESTS can take advantage of the newly built pool, to relax and unwind with breathtaking views of the valley below.

Location

Directions by Car

1. Take the N2 from Cape Town to George
2. Pass the following exit: Hartenbos (Exit 397)
3. Take the Klein Brakrivier / Little Brak River (Exit 401)
4. Turn Left at STOP street
5. After 500m, at T-junction: Follow our brown Botlierskop signboard with the lion footprint, from this point. Turn Right
6. 4km ahead: go over causeway, 200m after causeway, turn right at our brown Botlierskop signboard, onto the Gannakraal road
7. 4km on Gonnakraal road, see earthdam on right, turn right after earthdam at white pillar gate: Botlierskop

By Train
Take the train to George train station. Organise a pick up with Botlierskop or hire a car and follow directions:

1. Take the the N2 towards Mossel Bay
2. Pass the following exits:
   Glentana (Exit 419)
   Great Brak River (Exit 409)
3. Take the Klein Brakrivier / Little Brak River (Exit 401)
4. Turn Right at STOP street and cross the bridge over the N2
5. After 500m, at T-junction: Follow our brown Botlierskop signboard with the lion footprint, from this point. Turn Right
6. 4km ahead: go over causeway, 200m after causeway, turn right at our brown Botlierskop signboard, onto the Gannakraal road
7. 4km on Gonnakraal road, see earthdam on right, turn right after earthdam at white pillar gate: Botlierskop

From George Airport

1. Take the the N2 towards Mossel Bay
2. Pass the following exits:
   Glentana (Exit 419)
   Great Brak River (Exit 409)
3. Take the Klein Brakrivier / Little Brak River (Exit 401)
4. Turn Right at STOP street and cross the bridge over the N2
5. After 500m, at T-junction: Follow our brown Botlierskop signboard with the lion footprint, from this point. Turn right
6. 4km ahead: go over causeway, 200m after causeway, turn right at our brown Botlierskop signboard, onto the Gannakraal road
7. 4km on Gonnakraal road, see earthdam on right, turn right after earthdam at white pillar gate: Botlierskop

Attractions

Attractions and activities at Protea Hotels Botlierskop Private Game Reserve include

1. Evening Entertainment
2. Fishing (accommodation guests only)
3. Bush Walks
4. Bird watching
5. Boat/River cruise
6. 4X4 guided Game drives
7. Elephant rides
8. Horseback safaris
9. Helicopter flights (accommodation guests only)
10. Shark-cage diving at Mossel Bay
11. Diaz Museums in Mossel Bay
    

Rooms

Each of the 15 secluded luxury-tented suites at Protea Hotel Botlierskop Private Game Reserve is elegantly decorated in a romantic colonial theme with 4-poster beds draped with mosquito nets. The en-suite bathrooms are lavishly equipped with deep baths, outdoor showers and stunning views.

Luxury rooms: Luxury tented suites on private wooden decks with breathtaking views and mountainous surroundings. Elegantly decorated in colonial style with 4-poster beds and mosquito nets. Fully equipped with mini bar, coffee & tea facilities, telephone air-conditioning and a safe. The en-suite bathroom is lavishly equipped with deep baths and outdoor shower.

Deluxe rooms: These deluxe tented suites with private wooden decks are situated on the river's edge with stunning views of the river and mountainous surroundings. Elegantly decorated in colonial style with 4-poster beds and mosquito nets. The rooms have their own private outdoor bush shower as well as an en-suite bathroom with a deep oval bath.

Fully equipped with mini bar, coffee & tea facilities, telephone, binoculars and a safe.

Executive Suites: These spacious executive en-suite rooms with separate large lounge area are elegantly decorated in colonial style with 4-poster beds and mosquito nets and on the river's edge, with the picturesque Outeniqua mountains as a backdrop. Fully equipped with mini bar, air-conditioning, coffee & tea facilities, telephone and a safe. The en-suite bathroom is lavishly equipped with deep baths and an outdoor bush shower. You can also relax next to your own private splash pool. Here you will also find the exciting bush swing between the trees. Perfect for a honeymoon!

All suites are equipped with a mini bar, telephone, air-conditioning and personal ranger service.

Other in-room facilities include Private Balcony, Heater, Private Terrace.

All rooms are non-smoking rooms.

• Please Note:
• Child Policy: No children under the age of 6 years will be accommodated.
  Children between the ages of 6 - 12 years, sharing with parents, will be half price of adult rate.

Specials

Western Cape

Special Offer

Block out dates: 20-23 September 2010

Rate includes free breakfast, dinner & a 1 hour game drive per day OR swop your second day game drive for a helicopter flight or horseback safari!

Valid from 01-03 September 2010

Terms & Conditions:
Single rate R1875. Minimum 2 night stay. Valid 7 days a week. Children 6-12 years sharing with parents will be charged half the adult rate. No children under 6 years allowed. Full pre-payment required. Subject to availability. Block out dates applicable.

R 1250.00
per person sharing