ECO RETREAT
This retreat is conveniently located in the most scenic parts of the Eastern Cape, only 50 km west of Port Elizabeth, and close to the N2. The very popular beach resort at Jeffreys Bay, is only 35 km away to the southwest. 180km from Uniondale and Baviaans Kloof
This retreat is a privately owned conservancy and sanctuary to many endangered fauna and flora.
ACCOMMODATION
Visitors have a choice in unique and extra-ordinary accommodation: fully equipped chalets, log cabin, cottages, pioneer ox wagons, base camp for hikers and camping sites.
We have four chalets with spectacular views over the hills and valleys. All our chalets are fully equipped for self-catering. Linen and towels are provided. Every chalet has a BBQ area.
Wood is available. You only have to bring your clothes, food and drinks.
CHALETS
Rates Available On request Only
BACK PACKER’S UNITS & CAMP SITE
This camp site is situated in a picturesque area of the farm close to a mountain stream. It is a favorite past-time amongst campers to hike along the stream to our waterfall with a rock pool to swim in.
The campsite and Back packer’s units are ideal for larger organized groups.
The Back Packer’s units are situated at our Camp site.
There are 2 buildings:
BERGRIVIER ACTIVITIES
HIKING TRAILS:
here is a whole network of day trails to be enjoyed.
All trails are color coded,well-marked and easy to follow. Trail maps available.
BIRD WATCHING
Bergrivier is blessed with a big number of beautiful bird species. It is a paradise for bird watchers!
Knysna Louries are seen very often.Crown Eagles have nested in our “kloof” close by, Fish Eagles, Jackal Buzzards, African Goshawks are soaring over our hills regularly.
You will also see a number of the Cuckoo families, Coucals, Owls, Black headed Orioles, Bokmakieries, Fly catchers, Sun birds – just to name a few.
At nighttime you will hear the well-known call of some night jar species too. So, bring your bird lists, books and binoculars!!!
4X4 TRAILS
Proudly presented, are our new and exciting 4 x 4 trails