The Breede River Lodge is situated on the Garden Route midway between Cape Town and Plettenberg Bay, on the unspoilt bank of the mighty Breede River that flows into the warm Indian Ocean. This water course is tidal and navigable for up to 40km. The area is a mariners dream both on the river and the sea. Angling features as the number one attraction with many record breaking catches over the years - as will be seen on the Breede River.
Activities: The Breede River is the Cape's premier fishing estuary and boasts a history of record catches of Spotted Grunter, Leervis, Cob and White Steenbras. Up-river at Malgas, a hand operated pont still ferries vehicles across the river... For the fishing or boating enthusiast, there is a private harbour with ample mooring facilities and a slipway. One can also charter a boat for a wonderful day of river adventures. Sailing, boating, river boat hire, deep sea fishing, estuary fishing. Exceptional whale watching (May - October) where the highest concentration of Southern Right Whales in the Southern Hemisphere, migrate to breed.
It is a bird watching paradise - 197 species have been recorded. Expansive beaches and dunes with marvellous walks and trails. 4x4 self drive trails and mountain bike routes. Game viewing in the nearby De Hoop Nature Reserve and Bontebok Park. Wine tasting on the Bonnievale Wine Route.
White water rafting, canoeing, scuba diving and bungi-jumping by prior arrangement...
A Kayaking paradise with other activities such as deep sea charters, river cruises and fishing and bird watching excursions for the less intrepid explorer. Imagine the delight of seeing Raptors in their natural environment, a plenitude of varied local birds, and the odd international traveller - catching a breather on his way to Europe.
Add to this the highest concentration of migrating Southern Right Whales on the coast of Southern Africa which can be seen from June to November. For the more energetic there is Deep Sea Fishing/Snorkeling, Quad biking, Camel Rides, Horse Riding, Hiking, guided walks and a 9-hole Golf Course in Heidelberg (38km from the lodge).
Located at the mouth of the Breede River Mouth, Cape South Coast - at the tranquil meeting of the waters of the mighty Breede River and the Indian Ocean. Guests are welcomed with genuine South African hospitality...
Accommodations: Waterfront hotel cabins, thatched one and two bedroom suites & fully serviced thatched self-contained cottages. There are open log fireplaces in all suites and cottages...There are currently two phases to the breede river lodge. The existing phase one of The Breede River Lodge, comprises 23 units, varying from one bedroom suites to Simplexes with lofts, and Duplexes of. In each case all bedrooms are complimented by their own private bathrooms. All units are fully furnished.
The Simplexes, Duplexes and Cottages come standard with fireplaces and kitchen accompaniments making self catering easy and comfortable.
Conference Facilities: Host Conference centre caters for up to 60 delegates. If you are a company wanting to promote team building amongst your employees, then give us a call. Host conference centre, together with host great team building activities, make it an ideal host venue.