Activities
Activities within walking distance:
2 km sandy beach; lagoon, Groot River estuary; Salt River mouth; paddling; surfing; swimming; well laid out hiking trails; birding; game viewing; fishing and spear fishing (permit needed); snorkeling, cycling/mountain biking; Information Centre of Nature’s Valley Trust (a conservation NGO); Small shop (limited stock) and restaurant.
Activities within close driving distance:
Only 29km from Plettenberg Bay and about 60km from Knysna. These coastal towns are definitely worth a visit and provide many other diversions and necessities. Both towns have large shopping centers for shopping and many restaurants and coffee shops. Knysna also has a fantastic street craft market for some souvenirs. While driving, also be sure to look into the range of establishments next to the N2. From animal sanctuaries to food markets and restaurants, they are worth a visit. For the golfing enthusiasts, there are several of the countries best courses as well.
Blue-flag Beach
Hiking
Lagoon
House is only a 300m walk from the pristine beach at Nature's Valley. The 2km stretch of beach is ideal for swimming, surfing, fishing or exploring the inter-tidal rock pools at the western point. The property has a outdoor shower for rinsing off sand when returning home.
Ideal for families with smaller children, the Groot River mouth and lagoon is shallow and safe providing an opportunity for a array of water sports like paddling, swimming, fly fishing and windsurfing.
Nature's Valley has a large number of well marked hiking trails to explore, from leisurely to challenging. Meander through the indigenous forest, climb to one of the several spectacular viewpoints or just explore and discover. Ideal for the birding enthusiasts as well.