Experience the most exclusive section of Dehoop Nature Reserve, a 34 000-hectare conservancy, and marvel at one of the most glorious coastal reserves in Africa. Located a little more than 3 hours’ drive from Cape Town, along the scenic Garden Route, Lekkerwater is the perfect stay with its enviable position perched between land and sea atop the ancient dunes of De Hoop.

This coastline is well-known for offering some of the world’s best land-based whale watching. Stay during July and November and experience thousands of migratory Southern Right whales calving and breeding in the warm seas offshore. Whales are, of course, the stars of the show, however expect to see dolphins, seals and a myriad of sea birds from the comfort of the lodge. Lekkerwater offers a unique beach-safari experience in a magical setting. With a rich history, incredible fauna and flora, pristine beaches, rolling hills and abundant sea life, the focus at Lekkerwater is on an exceptional nature-based experience.

The lodge consists of 7 intimate off-grid suites and a communal area. Whether you’re simply seeking a luxurious off-grid coastal escape, or an unforgettable land-based marine safari, Lekkerwater Beach Lodge offers an entirely unique coastal experience in the heart of South Africa’s scenic Western Cape.