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Matroosberg Reserve - Accommodation near Ceres, Western Cape, South Africa

For an unique mountain experience. The Matroosberg Reserve is situated on the farm Erfdeel, approximately 35 Km from Ceres. The Reserve covers more than 1000 Ha of Mountain-area, and reaches the Matroosberg Peak, which at the altitude of 2247m, is the highest in the Boland. (About 250m higher than Sneeuberg in the Cedarberg.) During the winter months, Matroosberg is often covered with snow. After a good snowfall, the Northern slopes remain snow-clad for quite some time and you can drive to the snow. This area is also well known for the private Ski-slope situated on the neighboring land. From the mountain road (access only by 4x4) a beautiful panoramic view over the Warm Bokkeveld, Ceres, Droë Hoek, Koue Bokkeveld and the Ceres Karoo can be enjoyed. From the Matroosberg Peak you have a wonderful view of the mountains of the Western Cape. Many other mountain peaks can be identified, such as the Witzenberg, Cedarberg and Du Toitskloof mountains, and on a clear day even Table Mountain is visible. The Groothoekkloof, with its dazzling height and rock cliffs, also presents you with a breathtaking view. Fauna and Flora include klipspringers, grysribbok and dassies. Baboons living in the Reserve permanently, is an open invitation to the occasional leopard paying a visit. 12 Species of Proteace have been identified, and the evasive bergrosie, the skaamrosie and Nuwejaarblom, together with a host of fynbos species are to be seen. Birdwatchers can enjoy 66 listed species of birds.

Price: 2

self-catering

26 beds

The Self Catering Goatherds house is equipped for six persons, with a hot shower, fridge, stove and a big fireplace (indoor braai). Bedding, towels and cutlery are supplied. The Self Catering Ski Hut sleeps 20 and is equipped with two bathrooms (hot showers, flush toilets). It is situated at the foot of the mountain behind the first row of rocks. The Camp Site is in a pine forest and has bathrooms with hot showers.

During the winter months, Matroosberg is often covered with snow. After a good snowfall, the Southern slopes remain snow-clad for quite some time and you can drive to the snow. This area is also well known for its private ski-slope. Abseiling (Rappel) is done on a variety of slopes, from an easy beginners slope to a long overhang. All equipment and tuition is supplied. For the ultimate abseiling and kloofing experience you can take a guided two day adventure through the Groothoek Kloof. It includes pool jumps and 15 abseils with some going straight down waterfalls. Fishermen can enjoy a large, clear-water farm dam stocked with wide mouth bass. TEAM BUILDING, FUNCTIONS, GROUP OUTINGS AND CATERING For groups we combine the 4x4 Mountain Safari with catering in our picnic area. (Potjiekos, steaks, braai, breakfasts etc.). Activities such as abseiling, hiking, waterskiing and snowboarding can be included. We can accommodate groups from 6 to 75 persons. The 4x4 Trail has an average degree of difficulty and takes you up to 2240m above sea level. The turning point is right at the Matroosberg Peak, the highest point in the Boland. There is a 7 km circular route at the top of the mountain taking you past spectacular rock formations. This part is more challenging, but as an alternative, an escape route can be followed. The route takes you right to the snow, and after a good snowfall, the Southern slopes remain snow-clad for quite some time. The presence of snow turns a 4x4 drive during winter into a unique experience and challenge. During high demand snow periods the cut-off time for entry onto the trail is 11:00, in order to have one way traffic going up in the morning. 4x4’s may not turn back before 13:00. This ensures one-way traffic coming down in the afternoon. Apart from the trail up the mountain, there is a 4x2 trail leading to rock pools for swimming, a challenging 4x4 trail along the river bed and a 4x4 practice area (obstacle course).