KAGGA KAMMA NATURE RESERVE
KAGGA KAMMA NATURE RESERVE
Western Cape, Game & Nature Reserve
Western Cape, Game & Nature Reserve
Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve in the Cederberg, Western Cape, is situated in a spectacular wilderness area of the Cederberg mountain range.
Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve is located in an untouched wilderness area near Ceres, in the Western Cape, a mere 3 hours drive from Cape Town.
Kagga Kamma, a luxurious resort in a unique environment, offers guests stylish accommodation, fine dining and exclusive tours and activities.
Families and friends will experience a memorable stay while preserving the natural environment at Kagga Kamma.
ACCOMMODATION
Kagga Kamma, Bushmen Lodge offers a variety of accommodation types.
Deluxe Huts/Caves (13 rooms)
Premium Deluxe Cave (1 room)
Honeymoon Suite Cave (1 room)
Outcrop Open Air Room
The Cave Suites are beautifully integrated with the sandstone rock formations. Each cave suite has a private terrace and is stylishly furnished.
The luxurious en-suite deluxe huts resembles the traditional dwellings inhabited by the clans of the area many years ago.
Enjoy a night under the starlit skies at the outcrop open air room with all the comforts of a suite, the perfect spot for couples and honeymooners. Situated on a remote rocky outcrop far away from the Lodge, the open air room is one of Kagga Kamma's most unique features.
Rock Art Tour, Sundowner Tour, early morning and late night Nature Drive, as well as a Star Gazing Tour are all included on a full board stay at Kagga Kamma.
WINING & DINING
At Kagga Kamma guests can look forward to scrumptious South African cuisine and an excellent selection of wines from the nearby Cape Winelands.
The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. The outdoor boma for dinner under the African night skies is a highlight.
Special Occasions
Kagga Kamma accommodates small intimate weddings, family functions, birthday parties, anniversaries and many more. Please enquire to suit your requirements.
Conferences & Corporate entertainment
A fully equipped air-conditioned conference venue at Kagga Kamma facilitates up to 18 single delegates and 36 delegates sharing. Delegates will enjoy luxury accommodation, breakfast, lunch, dinner, 2 coffee breaks and 1 tour per delegate.
ACTIVITIES
Kagga Kamma offers various activities in this vast stretches of Karoo Mountains and valleys, such as:
- Nature Drives
- Rock Art Tour
- Mountain Biking
- Hiking Trails
- Guided Quad Bike Safaris
- 4x4 Route
- Reptile Educational
- Star Gazing Tour
WILDLIFE & NATURE
The majestic Cederberg area is unique in that it comprises an untouched Karoo-like wilderness where guests will find beautiful wild flowers that are scarcely seen in other parts of the country.
From mid-August to mid-November the area turns into a botanist's paradise with wild flowers blooming in every direction.
Plants are described as drier mountain Fynbos and a variety of shrubs dominate the area, including Southern Cone Marigold, Klaaslouwbos, Koringbos, Renosterbos, Sneeubos, Wolwedoring, Taaibos and Skilpadbessie. Some Protea species, typical to the Cape, can be found in higher parts.
Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve is home to many different wild animals. The Burchell's Zebra and Antelope species including Eland, Gemsbuck, White-Tailed Gnu, Blue Wildebeest, Bontebok, Springbok, Grey Rhebok, Duiker, Klipspringer and Steenbuck are most common.
Smaller animals such as the Dassie, Yellow Mongoose, Rock Rabbit, Cape Hare and Striped Polecat inhabit the Reserve. The larger animal residents, which generally cause the most excitement amongst our guests, include Aardwolf, Lynx, Antbear (Aardvark), Black-backed Jackal, Caracal and Cape Porcupine. The only large predator found in these parts is the Leopard. These beautiful and illusive creatures generally prefer the safety and quiet of the canyon in the west and although real-time sightings are rare, Kagga Kamma is fortunate to enjoy the privilege of regular sightings via a motion sensor cameras and passionate and qualified guides who keep tabs on them via spoor and kill tracking.
Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve is home to many bird species. On the open plains large birds like Ostrich, Secretary bird and Kori Bustard can be seen and closer to the Lodge Cape Robin, Cape Bulbul, Cape Sparrow and House Sparrow can be found. During winter and spring, Egyptian Geese, Red Billed Teal, Black Duck and South African Shelduck are seen near open water. Among the most typical sounds of the veld at Kagga Kamma are those produced by the noisy Black Bustard and the Namaqua Sand Grouse, with its typical call of 'kelkiewyn', an apt reminder that the time for a sundowner approaches.
Cultural Heritage
One of Kagga Kamma’s most unique attractions is the Bushmen rock art that is found in the area. This region was home to the Bushmen for centuries. The red-brown weathered sandstone formations seen here are typical to the Cederberg. Some sites depict everyday events while others are representations of spiritual beliefs. The art tells a story that is thousands of years old, about the Bushmen who painted, danced and lived in harmony with their surrounds. Some of these paintings date back approximately 6000 years. Some of the art also depicts ships and ox wagons.
The rock art shows that some animals that were previously present in the area have become extinct. Some of the art is also related to the Bushmen's religious beliefs and practises and depicts trance and healing dances. During these dances women would rhythmically sing and clap their hands while men and shamans danced themselves into a trance-like state. It was believed that during a trance state the men would be able to break through to the world of spirits, the main source of sickness, and directly communicate with these spirits to be able to become more effective healers.
LOCATION
Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve is situated in the south-eastern region of Cederberg, only 3 hour’s drive from Cape Town.
Driving Direction:
Take the N1 North, at Worcester turn off to Ceres. In Ceres follow the directions to P.A. Hamlet and Citrusdal. After passing through P.A. Hamlet and Gydo pass, turn right at "Kagga Kamma" sign just after the small town called "Op-die-Berg". Turn right at the next "Kagga Kamma" sign after about 18km. From here it is gravel road. Turn left at "Kagga Kamma" sign after 19km. You will arrive at the entrance gate of Kagga Kamma after 15km.
GPS Co-ordinates:
Latitude: S 32 44 45
Longitude: E 19 33 46
Note: All photos courtesy & copyright Kagga Kamma
Boma
Business Facilities
Conference Facilities
Credit Card Facilities
Dining Room
Fully Catered
Fully Equipped Kitchen
In the mountains
Outdoor dining area
Restaurant
Room Cleaning Service
Secure Parking
Self-catering
Small Wedding & Function
Swimming Pool
Wedding / Function
STANDARD RATES
1 SEPTEMBER 2018 - 31 OCTOBER 2018
Deluxe Huts / Caves:
R 3 770 per person sharing per night (full board)
R 2 300 per person sharing per night (bed & breakfast only)
Premium Deluxe Cave:
R 4 140 per person sharing per night (full board)
R 2 670 per person sharing per night (bed & breakfast only)
Honeymoon Suite Cave:
R 4 360 per person sharing per night (full board)
R 2 900 per person sharing per night (bed & breakfast only)
Self catering Family Chalet:
This spacious unit comprises of a fully equipped kitchen, open plan lounge and dining room area, 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. The unit can comfortably accommodate up to 6 adults (plus 2 children under 12 on double sleeper couch).
Out of Season R 1 190 per unit per night
School Holiday Periods R 1 780 per unit per night
Peak Periods (December - January) R 2 250 per unit per night
TERMS & CONDITIONS:
- Rates are quoted per person sharing per night.
- The Family Unit is quoted per night.
- Full Board Rates: air-conditioned room with en suite bathroom, three meals and two complimentary excursions per day.
- Bed and Breakfast Rates: air-conditioned room with en suite bathroom and breakfast per day.
- Outcrop - Open Air Room can be booked at an additional cost of R 950 per night, a picnic basket will be available at an additional cost if guest has not booked in on a Full Board package basis.
- Star Suite - Open Air Room can be booked at an additional cost of R 1 120 per night, a picnic basket will be available at an additional cost if guest has not booked in on a Full Board package basis.
- Excursions for the Full Board packages include: Rock Art Tour, Sundowner Tour, Morning Nature Drive or Late Night Nature Drive.
- Stargazing Tour, Quad Bike Safaris and Kagga Kamma Spa treatments are for guests own account.
- .All rates are per person per night in ZAR (South African Rand).
- 1% TOMSA levy and 14% VAT included.
- Children 2-12 years sharing a room with adults pay 50%.
- No pets allowed.
Please note: All rates, terms & conditions are subject to change without prior notice.
4x4 Trail
Birds & Birding
Botanical
Bush Dining
Bush Walks
Business & Hospitality
Cultural Attractions
Eco & Nature
Game Viewing
Game Walks
Guided 4x4 fynbos nature drives
Guided Quad Bike Safaris
Guided Tours
Hiking
Hiking Trails
Historical Attractions
Mountain Biking
Nature Drives
Outdoor
Pre/Post Conference
Private nature drives
Quad Biking
Rock Art
Romantic sleep-out
Spa Treatments
Spa Treatments
Star Gazing
Star Gazing Tour
Swimming
Team Building
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