Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve

A distinct ecological community

A UNESCO World Heritage Site as well as a Cape
Floristic Region protected area, Baviaanskloof (Valley
of the Baboons) is a magnificent mountain kingdom
spanning 2 040km, boasting seven of South Africa’s
nine biomes - fynbos, forest, grassland, succulent
Karoo, Nama-Karoo, subtropical thicket and savannah.
At the eastern entrance to the reserve is the
World Heritage Site Interpretive Centre with
dedicated displays that showcase the reserve.
Guides are on hand to show visitors around the
centre and explain all about the rich biodiversity,
cultural heritage and natural wonders that make
Baviaanskloof one of the most spectacular regions
in the country
In addition to the scenic splendour of the region,
Baviaanskloof is fast gaining recognition as one
of South Africa’s premier adventure destinations.
Traversing this reserve by 4x4 or on mountain
bike (permission and support vehicle required), up
rugged mountain passes, through rivers and across
the plateau, is an unforgettable true wilderness
experience.
DAY VISITOR FACILITIES
▪ Komdomo picnic area and bird trail
▪ World Heritage Interpretive Centre
and picnic area
▪ Poortjies waterfall walk
▪ Combrink Pass lookout point
▪ Grasnek lookout point
▪ Smitskraal picnic area
▪ Bergplaas Plateau lookout
▪ Guided tour of San rock-art and
caves
ACCOMMODATION
Baviaanskloof offers visitors the chance to
embrace true wilderness, with campsites
on the banks of the Groot River (Komdomo
campsite) and in the Kouga Dam region
(Doodsklip and Rooihoek campsites) - in
close proximity to awesome deep river pools,
ideal for swimming. Bergplaas Trail Hut is
a rustic, self-catering hut with breathtaking
views and is used as a basecamp for hikers.
The magnificent Geelhoutbos Lodge offers
comfortable accommodation in the most
spectacular natural environment.
KOMDOMO CAMPSITE: 27 sites with
electricity, ablutions & hot water (Groot River)
DOODSKLIP CAMPSITE: 5 sites
ROOIHOEK CAMPSITE: 6 sites (Kouga Dam
region)
BERGPLAAS TRAIL HUT: 2 bedrooms with bunk
beds, 1 bathroom - sleeps 12
GEELHOUTBOS LODGE: 4 bedrooms,
1 bathroom & en-suite shower - sleeps 10
Bring your own firewood & drinking water
(Please note: a special combination code is
required for Doodsklip, Rooihoek and Bergplaas.)