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Drie Kuilen Nature Reserve

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Our Nature Reserve is situated in a beautiful part of the Montagu district, in the Klein Karoo, Western Cape. This mountainous terrain stretches over 5500ha with a rich variety of fauna and flora. Being only a two hour drive away from Cape Town, this reserve is home to a wide variety of protected game and is rich in fynbos and renosterveld vegetation types. scenic drives, mountain biking, rock art, 4×4 and hiking trails are just some of the activities available, with various accommodation options for guests to stay in.

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About the Reserve

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Eland House

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Springbok House

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Gemsbok House

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Zebra Cottage

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Mongoose Manor

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Bontebok House

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Pear Bush Campsite

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Wildlife

We offer guided Scenic & Game Drives in our open vehicles but you are also allowed to explore the reserve by yourself.

We have the Cape Mountain Zebras as well as various different antelopes (Gemsbok, Eland, Springbuck, Bontebok, Red Hartebeest, Black Wildebeest and more) on our reserve. The variety of flora & fauna makes a perfect habitat also for many bird species, reptiles and other little critters.

Rarely we find tracks. and traces of our Cape Mountain Leopard, and catch night sightings of honey badgers, jackals and aardfark.

Conservation is an important part of the reserve and measures are taken to ensure that man’s eco footprint is as minimal as possible.

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When embarking on one of the several hiking trails, guests are spoiled with unparalleled views of the valleys below the Waboom Mountains and surrounds – at the top of the summit one can see Montague to the right and Touwsriver to the left. Our tallest mountain is an astonishing 400m higher than Table Mountain! A recommended trail is the Zebra trail, with its natural rock pools and streams for people of all ages to enjoy.

Rock art can be found at the eastern section of the reserve, a reminder of the original inhabitants of the area. Seeing the rock art is a fascinating glimpse into an era long gone. Stone ruins are also found here, as left behind by settlers.

An aspect of Drie Kuilen which appeals to all ages is the intriguing natural rock formations. These are a must-see for all travellers with names like The Face and The Parrot.

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What to do at Drie Kuilen

Our family-friendly reserve focuses on conservation, with all of the activities offered in line with how nature intended including:

  • Scenic & Game Drives
  • Walking & Hiking Trails
  • Mountain Biking
  • Swimming
  • Self Drives
  • Picnics & Braais
  • Activities for Children
  • Birding
  • Photography
  • Team Building
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Climate

The climate in the area assures hot summers and cold winters, with snow occurring almost every year.

Guests are encouraged to pack for all seasons when visiting as temperatures may vary substantially between day and night.

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