Morukuru Beach Lodge
At A GlanceMorukuru Beach Lodge is part of the Morukuru Family, a collection of stylish but understated boutique lodges and exclusive-use safari houses in South Africa. Nestled in a wild and raw reserve amongst towering sand dunes, limestone cliffs, striking fynbos and a stretch of Indian Ocean that becomes a daily playground for dozens of southern right whales every year between August and November. Voted “Best Resort in South Africa” by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice Awards 2020 & 2021, it is an off-grid idyll for couples or small families seeking a pristine and private beach house experience. With just five private suites, all are modern and serene and fitted with floor-to-ceiling sliding doors that open onto a narrow balcony, revealing a 51-kilometre stretch of dunes and the ocean beyond. The entire ... | Room Style: SuitesCheck In: 14:00-18:00Check Out: 07:00-10:00Closest Airports: Cape Town International AirportNearby Landmarks: De Hoop Nature ReservePool: YesMore Details: Property is set on the best land-based destination in the world |
LocationLocated in the enviable location on the coastline of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, with typical Cape fynbos vegetation to one side and on the other, perfect tall white sand dunes and Indian ocean. The lodge is at the end of the scenic Whale Route in a marine protected area that stretches three miles off the coast. It is a three-hour drive or a short flight from Cape Town. Morukuru Beach Lodge’s stunning location is in a coastal nature reserve boasting the best land-based whale watching in the world including right from your room, restaurant and its bar.
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Unimpeded Views Of Ocean And DunesOcean View Family Suite: fitted with floor-to-ceiling sliding glass doors that open onto a balcony revealing spectacular ocean views. Complete with indoor and outdoor sitting areas and fireplace. Features en-suite bathroom with separate bath and shower. 2 rooms. 90sqm. Maximum occupancy 2 adults and 2 children under 16 years old. Ocean View Suite: boasts large floor to ceiling glass doors and views of the ocean. Features indoor and outdoor sitting areas and fireplace. En-suite bathroom with separate bath and shower complete with double vanity units. 2 rooms. 90sqm. Maximum occupancy 2 guests. Honeymoon Suite: fitted with ... |  |
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Decadent CuisineIndulge in pre-dinner drinks and sundowner snacks on the rooftop lounge, bar or terrace for whale watching season or simply soak in the ocean serenity. All meals are inclusive including sundowner snacks, safari style. Indulge in thoughtfully prepared three course dinners showcasing wholesome, fresh and often plant based of locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy the intimate dining room enabling guests to dine with ocean views. Fresh produce that will delight your taste buds whist continental and cooked breakfast offerings will leave you ready for a day of activities.
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Heavenly HighlightsA sea-facing daybed, cosy fireplace and lounge area make it hard to leave your room, while the communal tea-and-coffee nooks with dune-facing chairs and a well-stocked bookshelf conspire to keep you cosseted. With 2 guided activities per day included in your stay, there’s the option of joining one of the knowledgeable guides for an endemic fynbos walk where 86 mammal species including Cape mountain zebra and eland roam. There is also mountain biking, relaxed dune stroll, intricate rock pool to explore on low tide, sand boarding or an excursion drive to the nature reserve. To complete the off-grid theme ... |  |
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Best Whale Watching Destination In The WorldThe lodge’s enviable location on the coastline of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, is a sprawling World Heritage Site. Together with the nearby marine reserve, it boasts one of the best places in the world for land-based whale watching! Marvel at southern right whales as they use the shallows offshore for nursing their claves between June and November. A stone’s throw away from the beach, be captivated spotting whales from the comfort and privacy of your suite. The lodge’s entire design embraces its surroundings where massive windows offer best ocean views as well as ... |
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