Boardwalk Lodge, a four-star guest lodge and self-catering accommodation in Wilderness, is arguably one of the most successful and popular retreats in the tranquil seaside village of Wilderness in the famous Garden Route, South Africa.
Set high on the slopes above the village, a short stroll from the beach and lake below, the lodge’s innovative design, exclusive features and excellent facilities provide the ultimate Wilderness experience and is seen as one of the best hotels in Wilderness. Whether staying for a night, a weekend or a week, Boardwalk Lodge with its picture-perfect views and lovely setting amidst natural forest vegetation provides the perfect venue for a glorious holiday. Boardwalk Lodge is an ideal venue for intimate weddings, honeymoons, celebrations, meetings, small conferences, team building events, or other corporate functions.
Since 1999, when the main Boardwalk Lodge guesthouse and first self-catering chalets were opened to the public, the lodge has hosted visitors from all over the world. Situated within the boundaries of the Garden Route National Park and the Constantia Kloof Conservancy, Boardwalk Lodge offers a peaceful retreat from where to discover the treasures offered by Wilderness and the Garden Route.
Boardwalk Lodge takes its name and inspiration from the famous lagoon-side boardwalk at the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park – an inspiration carried through to the resort’s unique construction.The various units are linked with wooden walkways.
Accomodation
Boardwalk Lodge offers superb accommodation in the Garden Route to suit your pocket and purpose, ranging from the convenient luxury Bed & Breakfast rooms and studio suites, to the superior fully-equipped, self-catering timber chalets. All the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with both shower and bath. The main guest house buildings are styled in a luxurious yet modern Afro-contemporary manner and consist of 4 luxury bedrooms, 2 luxury 1-bedroom studio suites, each with private deck.
The Breakfast Room is also located in the building. The rim-flow swimming pool is located below the luxury rooms and Breakfast Room in lush, landscaped gardens. Between 20 and 30 steps link the main guest house buildings.
Activities
Some of the Adventure activities in the Garden Route include:
Abseiling: abseil the Kaaimans Gorge next to a magnificent waterfall
Boat Trips: closest to Wilderness is Gouritzmond, Knysna, Mossel Bay, Plettenberg Bay
Bungee Jumping: Gouritz River Bridge in Albertinia; Mossel Bay and the Blaaukrantz Bungi in Tsitsikamma, the world’s highest bungi jump at 216 m
Canoeing: Wilderness section of Garden Route National Park
Cycling: Witfontein Forestry Station in George; Goukamma Beach Ride in Sedgefield. Cycle through the Seven Passes – the best place in the world to come and ride your bike. Extremely scenic!
