Cradled by the Cape Fold Mountains, far away from the city rush, lies Simonskloof Mountain Retreat – your ideal destination for a digital detox and soul recharge.
Located 50 kilometres west of Montagu in the Western Cape of South Africa, Simonskloof is just a scenic two- to three-hour drive from Cape Town. Here, life begins at the end of the road!
Established in 1999 by Ninon Roos and Jurgen Wohlfarter, Simonskloof is an eco-friendly, off-grid, 2 000-hectare retreat. This unique hideaway offers a perfect place to rest, relax and recharge your weary soul.
Enjoy small rock pools, hiking trails, mountain bike trails and guided outdoor activities such as canyoning, wilderness trekking and abseiling.
Nestled at the ecotone of the succulent Karoo and mountain fynbos, this kloof is home to countless medicinal plants and abundant wildlife, making it an ideal venue for yoga and healthy living workshops.
Accommodation
Three colourful, mountain cottages – Faraway, Orange and Eric’s Place – along with eight campsites are all off-grid, private and surrounded by mountains. At night, a starry sky looks over them. This cabin accommodation in the Western Cape is perfect for a serene mountain getaway.
The cottages are equipped with solar geysers and gas backups for hot water, cooking and refrigeration.
Occasionally, a Dinner Bed & Breakfast option is provided, featuring unique African-Swiss cuisine, prepared on an open fire and served by candlelight. The morning air filled with the aroma of freshly ground organic coffee, wood-fired bread and birdsong provides a perfect start for an enjoyable day in the mountains.
Activities
From 310m above sea level to the top of Keeromsberg at 2 072m, we’ve got you covered with a variety of activities. Since 1999, we’ve created a 60km network of hiking trails that lead up mountains and into deep gorges. The Gecko Trail, part of the 720km Rim of Africa annual mountain traverse, is Africa’s toughest wilderness hike.
We also offer guided wilderness trekking, abseiling trips and overnight canyoning in the Nuy River Gorge. Since 2020, we have included rock climbing, both sport and trad. Alternatively, cool off in our rock pools, perfect for birdwatching.
Simonskloof Mountain Retreat is the ideal mountain cabin experience in the Western Cape. Nature wants you back!