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Formosa Nature Reserve

 

Description

Lying inland and north of Nature's Valley is the relatively undiscovered Formosa Nature Reserve.

Most travellers to the Garden Route cling to the lovely coastline and miss the beautiful wildness of the Tsitsikamma Mountain range. But if you’re after the solitude of a pristine reserve that is seldom disturbed, look no further.

You can spend days exploring this long stretch of wilderness that lies between the Tsitsikamma National Park, Nature's Valley, and the Baviaanskloof Wilderness Area. There are no formal hiking trails in the 5 0000-hectare reserve – just lots of lovely footpaths to discover the stunning mountain forest and wet fynbos.

Abundant bird life draws twitchers from far beyond the limits of Kareedouw and Misgund, the Klein Karoo villages on either side of the park.

Don’t miss one of the reserve’s major attractions – trek up the famous Formosa Peak to summit the highest pinnacle in the Tsitsikamma Mountains.

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Accommodation near Formosa Nature Reserve

*Distances are shown as the crow flies and not necessarily the actual travelling distance.

 
Apple Valley Guesthouse |

Apple Valley Guesthouse

Krakeel Bed and Breakfast, Krakeel Camping and Caravanning in Krakeel
8.63km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Apple Valley Guesthouse is a fully equipped bed and breakfast Guesthouse, with five luxury units in Krakeel near Joubertina on the R62.

  • R70 p/p sharing
    R240 Rooms/Units
    R350 Single
  • 44 Guests
 
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Bloukrans Backpacker Lodge |

Bloukrans Backpacker Lodge

Tsitsikamma Backpacker in Tsitsikamma
10.00km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Bloukrans Backpacker Lodge is located a stone’s throw away from the highest bungee jump in the world; 216 metres off the Bloukrans Bridge.

  • R100 p/p sharing
    R100 Single
  • 26 Guests
 
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Grootnek Guest Farm |

Grootnek Guest Farm

Joubertina Self-catering in Joubertina
10.11km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Grootnek Guest Farm is situated in the Langkloof Valley along the scenic Cape Route 62 between Joubertina and Krakeel River. Resting in the heart of this scenic valley, Grootnek Guest Farm offers a unique accommodation experience for visitors to the Eastern Cape.

  • R360 Rooms/Units
  • 16 Guests
 
 
Serenity Retreat |
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Serenity Retreat

Stormsriver Self-catering in Stormsriver
12.59km from Formosa Nature Reserve

A peaceful alternative to the often hectic Travel trail this Self Catering Retreat is a Safe Haven for Travellers seeking Time Out in the Tsitsikamma. Find some Serenity whilst surrounded by the Perfect Fusion of Nature and Adventure that is Tsitsikamma. Affordable, clean and comfortable self catering accommodation.

  • R190 p/p sharing
    R800 Rooms/Units
    R275 Single
  • 12 Guests
 
 
Plateau Country House |

Plateau Country House

Natures Valley Country House in Natures Valley
14.88km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Plateau suites are air-conditioned suites available each with a lounge, internet, LCD TV, DStv, en-suite bathroom, double basin, double shower, underfloor heating, honeymoon bath, separate toilet, velour gown, slippers and salon range amenities.

  • R1 280 p/p sharing
    R1 790 Single
  • 24 Guests
 
 
Nature's Valley Rest Camp Garden Route SANParks |

Nature's Valley Rest Camp Garden Route SANParks

Natures Valley Self-catering in Natures Valley
17.94km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Nature's Valley Rest Camp is situated in the De Vasselot section of the Tsitsikamma Coastal on the banks of the Groot River. It is about 30 km from the town of Plettenberg Bay and about 40 km from Storms River Rest Camp. This camp is a bird watchers' and hikers' paradise with a variety of trails to

  • R170 Single
  • 284 Guests
 
 
Amicus |

Amicus

Natures Valley Self-catering in Natures Valley
18.55km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Spacious accommodation is available in three separate dwellings, 300 m from the beach, and a five-minute stroll takes one to the lagoon. The houses are comfortably furnished for self-catering and consist of a four-bedroom house, a three-bedroom house, and a flat sleeping four.

  • R545 Rooms/Units
  • 18 Guests
 
 
Natures Valley Guest House |

Natures Valley Guest House

Natures Valley Bed and Breakfast in Natures Valley
18.57km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Discover Nature's Valley, near Plett, and this delightful thatched Guest House, offering affordable "home from home comfort, in Nature's own Paradise".

  • R275 p/p sharing
    R550 Rooms/Units
  • 12 Guests
 
 
Punt in die Wind |

Punt in die Wind

Natures Valley Self-catering in Natures Valley
19.04km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Punt in die Wind is a fully equipped, self contained cottage with all its own private facilities in Natures Valley, Tsitsikamma. The village lies inside the Tsitsikamma National Park with a 3 km pristine beech, beautiful lagoon and the indigenous Tsitsikamma Forest.

  • R1 300 Rooms/Units
  • 6 Guests
 
 
Sea Why |

Sea Why

Natures Valley Self-catering in Natures Valley
19.52km from Formosa Nature Reserve

Sea Why is a self-catering apartment with private facilities and a separate entrance, situated in Nature’s Valley. Sea Why is situated within an area of exceptional beauty, the Tsitsikamma, the largest remaining rain forest in southern Africa.

  • R500 Rooms/Units
  • 4 Guests
 
 
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