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Danny is a registered Western Cape and Garden Route Tour guide - he speaks fluent Swiss German, German and English!!!
He offers personalized guided experiences of the Tsitsikamma and Surrounds and guided Forest and Coastal hiking experiences.

SERENITY Retreat is ideally situated in the quaint and peaceful village of Stormsriver – in the Heart of the Tsitsikamma. Surrounded by an abundance of cool green indigenous forests and the shelter of the majestic Tsitsikamma Mountains.

Ancient trees cloak the mountain slopes and stand guard over the coastal plateau. Cape fynbos, impenetrable gorges, black water rivers, 220 bird species and shy nocturnal animals are some of the varied aspects of the Tsitsikamma and Beyond.

The ancient Khoisan people called Tsitsikamma “place of abundant water”. The Tsitsikamma can change her mood in an instant – her mercurial temperament dims the sun and sends lashing winds along the coast in a matter of minutes as the forest trees lean and bend in the fierce weather, blankets of mist roll over the mountains and settle in the forests.

Just as quickly, calm is restored and all who live in Tsitikamma are reminded of the forceful, enigmatic power of nature.
(Text courtesy of hph publishing)
 

Halfway between George in the Western Cape and Port Elizabeth in the Eastern Cape, Stormsriver sits on the border of the two provinces - less than 100 kms from the world-famous Garden Route towns of Plettenberg Bay and Knysna and the surfing Mecca of Jeffreys Bay.

A Safe and Serene location for local and overseas guests to base themselves whilst exploring the many aspects of the Garden Route and Eastern Cape which invite you to linger longer.

The Garden Route is a world renowned scenic and adventure route catering for the very energetic visitor to the more reserved tourist and definitely has something to offer for every budget.

The Tsitsikamma and surrounding areas of the Garden Route have a balance of adventure activities, culture, scenic beauty, wildlife, arts and crafts, spectacular beaches of Natures Valley and Plettenberg Bay, winding mountain passes, dramatic gorges, black rivers, majestic mountains and fynbos, private game reserves and animal sanctuaries.

Many areas along the Garden Route are protected by the State as Heritage sites and National Park areas.
ENERGY & EXPLORATION

Nature Trails, Hikes and Mountain bike trails, the awesome beauty of the Tsitsikamma National Park – start of the world famous Otter Trail - and Storms River Mouth surround the Retreat.

Also home of the Tsitsikamma Trail and the Dolphin Trail.
ECO EXPERIENCES YOU WILL NEVER FORGET
Stormsriver Village is the home of the world famous Tsitsikamma Tree Top Canopy Tours and the Woodcutters Journey; 2 of the amazing Forest experiences offered by Stormsriver Adventures.

The world renowned ‘Tsitsikamma Canopy Tour’ attracts thousands of local and international tourists to Storms River every year.

As an accredited ‘Fair Trade’ Company, Stormsriver Adventures ensures that the benefits of Eco Adventure Tourism, is translated into meaningful Community Upliftment.
ACTION & ADVENTURE ATTRACTIONS
Zipline Waterfall tours, the world’s highest Bungi Jump and Flying Fox at Bloukrans and Helicopter Flips get the adrenaline flowing.
WONDERS & WILDLIFE

The nearby Crags area is home to a number of Wildlife Sanctuaries and Craft Markets.

  • Monkeyland Primate Sanctuary
  • Bird Sanctuary
  • Elephant Sanctuary
  • Tenikwa Wild Cat Rehabilitation centre
  • Lawnwood Snake Sanctuary

These are some of the host of attractions of the Tsitsikamma and nearby Crags which our guests can explore and enjoy.

SPECTACULAR SURROUNDING SCENERY

The Big Tree, Stormsriver Pass, the ancient Tree Ferns of the Goesa Trail; the Tsitsikamma Trail; The Fernery at Forest Ferns, Cheese Farms and the contrasting scenery of the Langkloof; a short trip over the mountain pass.

Blackwater Tubing is another addition to the many attractions of our Fun Filled Forest Dorpie – a scenic adventure in the Storms River Gorge.
Visitors can choose the pace of their holiday – either embarking on a whirlwind rollercoaster ride of adventure or make their journey relaxed and laid back whilst soaking up the tranquility of the surroundings; marvel at the patience and permanence of an 800 Year old Outeniqua Yellowood Tree or take a meander through the Craft shops and Wildlife Sanctuaries at the nearby Crags
"Mirth is like a flash of lightning that breaks through a gloom of clouds and glitters for a moment; cheerfulness keeps up a kind of daylight in the mind and fills it with a steady and perpetual serenity"

 - James Addison
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