Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

Botlierskop Private Game Reserve Discover luxury in nature at Botlierskop Private Game Reserve. Exclusive experiences in South Africa's Fynbos Kingdom.
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We are open to overnight guests as well as day visitors. Situated in Little Brak River, on the Garden Route close to Mossel Bay. Botlierskop is home to free roaming wildlife including lions, cheetah, white rhino, buffalo and elephants. We also have giraffes, hippos, the endangered Cape Mountain Zebra and Bontebok as well as the rare black impala and golden wildebeest. We are also home to a variety

of antelope including water-buck, eland, springboks and more! The reserve offers a variety of accommodation options; we have our Luxury Tented Lodge with Tented Suites overlooking the mountains and river below where wildlife come to drink. The Fireplace Restaurant is conveniently at the Tented Lodge with open spacious decks with pool overlooking the river and a big fire in the evenings with African drumming. Our child-friendly Village Lodge, on the Northern side of the reserve was built with families in mind with lots of space and play areas for the little ones. There are plenty of activities to keep the children entertained. Our self-catering Bush Villas are tucked away in a Northern corner of the reserve and is where luxury, privacy and wildlife meet. Fully equipped self-catering villas overlooking an active waterhole that wildlife frequently visit. Our Day Visitor Facilities were designed for day visitors with limited time to also be able to experience Botlierskop. With Spekbos Restaurant, spacious deck overlooking the grassy plains where wildlife freely roams, curio shop, leisure area with childrenโ€™s playground, pool, luxury picnic spots and a variety of activities on offer. Activities for overnight guests as well as day visitors includes: 3-hour guided game drives, horseback safaris, veterinary safaris and guided bush trails. We believe in creating space, space for nature to thrive and for wildlife to call home. The balance of hospitality, conservation and community is what sets us apart, and has been at our core from the very beginning. Come experience a uniquely South African Safari right here on the Garden Route!

A NEW SEASON | A new beginningSpring brings a fresh rhythm to the wilderness, new life, and a renewed sense of possibili...
01/09/2026

A NEW SEASON | A new beginning

Spring brings a fresh rhythm to the wilderness, new life, and a renewed sense of possibility.

From the smallest flower to the largest animals, every living thing depends on a healthy, thriving habitat. Protecting these spaces means giving wildlife the freedom to grow, nurture, and flourish for generations to come.

This Spring Day, we celebrate new life, wild places, and the importance of protecting both.

Happy Spring Day from all of us at Botlierskop!

๐Ÿ“ธ Photos beautifully captured by Jared Meyer

30/08/2026

YOUR WILD ADVENTURE | Game Drives

Leave the ordinary behind and venture into the wild on an unforgettable game drive through Botlierskop.

Explore rugged valleys, sweeping fynbos, and open wilderness while discovering incredible wildlife and learning about the conservation efforts that help protect this special landscape. Every drive offers a new adventure and a deeper connection to nature.

๐Ÿ“ Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

๐ŸŽฅ Hayden Brown

GENTLE GIANTS | Growing up wild With spring just around the corner, new life is all around us. Moments like these remind...
28/08/2026

GENTLE GIANTS | Growing up wild

With spring just around the corner, new life is all around us. Moments like these remind us why protecting natural habitats matters, ensuring every generation has a wild place to call home.

๐Ÿ“ธ Jared Meyer

26/08/2026

A MOMENT TO UNWIND | Fijnebos Spa

A quiet moment at Fijnebos Spa, surrounded by the natural beauty of Botlierskop. Take your time, slow down, and simply enjoy the stillness.

๐Ÿ“ Fijnebos Spa, Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

๐Ÿ“ธ Hayden Brown

RARE WILD ENCOUNTER | Bat-Eared FoxSmall, elusive, and mostly active under the cover of darkness, the bat-eared fox is a...
23/08/2026

RARE WILD ENCOUNTER | Bat-Eared Fox

Small, elusive, and mostly active under the cover of darkness, the bat-eared fox is a special sighting in the wild.

One of those rare moments that makes every safari a little more unforgettable.

๐Ÿ“ธ Jaym

21/08/2026

YOUR WILD ADVENTURE | Horseback Safaris

Trade four wheels for four hooves and experience the reserve from a whole new perspective.

Ride through rugged valleys, beautiful fynbos, and untouched wilderness. An unforgettable way to slow down, explore, and get closer to nature.

๐Ÿ“ Botlierskop Private Game Reserve

๐Ÿ“ธ Hayden Brown

THE ART OF THE WILD | World Photography DaySome moments simply deserve to be remembered.Captured by Jared Meyer, this is...
19/08/2026

THE ART OF THE WILD | World Photography Day

Some moments simply deserve to be remembered.

Captured by Jared Meyer, this is the kind of image that reminds us why we love wildlife photography, the patience, the timing, and that little bit of magic that turns a moment in the wild into something you can keep forever.

๐Ÿ“ธ Beautifully captured by Jared Meyer

16/08/2026

YOUR LUXURY ESCAPE | Tented Lodge

Luxurious tented suites, beautiful river views, refined dining, and unforgettable wildlife experiences, all surrounded by the beauty of the reserve.

A place to slow down, reconnect with nature, and experience the wild in style.

๐Ÿ“ Botlierskop Tented Lodge

๐Ÿ“ธ Hayden Brown

UP CLOSE WITH CONSERVATION | Lion Veterinary SafariGo behind the scenes of wildlife conservation on 13 September 2026 an...
14/08/2026

UP CLOSE WITH CONSERVATION | Lion Veterinary Safari

Go behind the scenes of wildlife conservation on 13 September 2026 and join our wildlife vet for an exclusive four-hour Lion Vet Safari.

Guests will have the opportunity to witness important conservation work, including the replacement of the lionโ€™s satellite collar and a dental examination.

๐Ÿ“… 13 September 2026
๐Ÿ•™ 10:00
๐Ÿ“ Departing from Botlierskop Tented Lodge
โฑ๏ธ 4 hours

๐Ÿ“ธOur male lion, beautifully captured by Jared Meyer

13/08/2026

YOUR WILD GETAWAY | Village Lodge

Comfortable rooms, beautiful surroundings, family-friendly experiences, and plenty of ways to enjoy the wild โ€” from game drives to horseback safaris and more.

This is the kind of getaway where thereโ€™s something for everyone.

๐Ÿ“ Botlierskop Village Lodge
๐Ÿ“ธ Hayden Brown

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Botlierskop Reserve, Mossel Bay, Gonnakraal Near Little Brak River
Klein-Brakrivier
6503

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