Tsala Treetop Lodge
Plettenberg Bay, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa
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TSALA TREETOP
LODGE -
PLETTENBERG BAY, THE GARDEN ROUTE, SOUTH AFRICA
 Rising
out of the ruins of an ancient civilization is Tsala Treetop Lodge,
a unique celebration of the African spirit.
Tsala Treetop Lodge is
a symphony of stone, wood, glass and water high
above the floor of the magnificent
indigenous
forests
of
the Garden Route, between Knysna
and Plettenberg Bay. Eastern and European flavours blend with
the cultures of Africa to reflect in the tastes, rhythms and colours
of the hand crafted fittings and superb cuisine.
Elevated wooden
walkways meander through the trees to ten exclusive and very private
suites, each with its own infinity pool. These
seductive structures rise to heights exceeding six metres,
each one a harmonious
combination of craftsmanship of ancient times and indulgent
luxury of modern convenience. Discover the romance and magic of Coastal
Africa. Member of Relais & Chateaux & L.I.H.S.A. Conde
Nast Traveller 2002 Hot List. Member - Chaine des Rotisseurs.
Tsala Treetop Lodge is an exclusive lodge
catering for only twenty guests, staff are attentive and the hospitality
superb. There are wonderful beaches nearby and a good choice of sporting
activities and excellent restaurants in the area.
The Hunter family own Tsala Treetop Lodge
and the adjacent colonial Hunter's Country House,
as well as Gorah Elephant Camp - a safari camp in Addo Elephant Park
in the Eastern Cape. The Hunter
family have demonstrated considerable class in all their endeavours and
Tsala is a reflection of unlimited imagination tempered only by supreme
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Tsala Lodge has elevated walkways that
lead you from the central lodge to your suite, where intimate luxury
awaits you. Your private suite is warmed in winter by a cozy, ceramic
fireplace, open to both the bedroom and lounge. Tsala's huge freestanding
bath tub easily fits two and on your private wooden deck is a private
rim-flow plunge pool, with views across the treetops into the broad
valley below.
The seductive structures rise out
of the ruins to heights exceeding 6 meters; each one a harmonious
combination of craftsmanship of ancient times and voluptuous luxury
of modern convenience.
• 10 individual, elevated suites
in the forest canopy
• Sitting room with wood fire, bedroom, spacious bathroom, outside shower
• Private pool with observation deck and sun loungers
• Elevated into the tree canopy up from the forest floor on huge pole & stone
pillar supports
• Connected to each other and the main lodge by a series of elevated walkways
Facilities
The gentle west face of the intimate sitting rooms and library beckon
in the sunset and stillness of evening fall.
Secluded decks with spectacular views
interrupted only by the gurgle of water which seems to disappear into
the treetops.
• A main lodge with a magnificent
foyer featuring polished blackwood columns
• Cosy lounge with views of the forest and valley
• Large open suspended decks for dining and sunset viewing
• Library featuring reference books on the area
• Elevated boardwalks allowing movement between the main lodge and suites,
high in the forest canopy
• Superb, imaginative cuisine, reflecting the diversity of South African
cultures
• Cellar stocked with the best South African wines
• Fax, Internet and e-mail facilities
Dining
Cozy lounges, library and dining rooms
with glass floor panels allowing a view into the superb cellar below.
Large open suspended decks for dining
and sunset viewing overlooking forest and valley. Superb, imaginative
cuisine, reflecting the diversity of cultures to be found in this southern
part of Africa, with strong European and Eastern heritage. A cellar stocked
with the best of South African wines.
Activities
Tsala Treetop Lodge is the perfect
base from which to explore the beautiful Garden Route. All below are within
easy reach. Guests are a mere eight minutes drive from the pick of the
country's beaches; in a superb setting of beautifully manicured gardens,
framed by the majestic Tsitsikamma Mountains and surrounded by rich indigenous
forests.
Tsala Treetop Lodge is well placed in the heart of South
Africa's Garden Route between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay. These coastal
resort towns offer wonderful sandy beaches, whale and dolphin watching
from the shore or boat, great shopping, canoeing and sea kayaking, horse
riding, a visit to the primate haven of monkeyland and many other activities.
Day
Excursions
Oudtshoorn
• Ostrich Farms; Day trip; 09h00 – 16h00
• Cango Wildlife Ranch; Day trip; 09h00 – 17h00
• Cango Caves; Day trip; 09h00 – 16h00
Kynsna - George
• Outeniqua Choo Tjoe; 2½ hours; 09h45 & 14h15
Knysna
• Featherbed Nature Reserve; 4 hours; 10h00
Plettenberg Bay
• Monkeyland; 2½ hours; 08h00 – 17h00
Recreation – relaxing
• Oyster Tasting; 1 hour 08h00 – 17h00
• Guided hikes and walks; 4 hours; On appointment
• Massage (in your suite); 2 hours; On appointment
• Catermaran – Knysna Heads; 1½ hours; On appointment
• John Benn Ferry 1½ hours; 12h00 – 17h00
• Golf – Plettenberg Bay Per 18 holes; On appointment
• Golf – Sparrebosch Per 18 holes; On appointment
Recreation – active
• Horse Riding; 1½ hours; 09h00 & 15h00
• Bungee Jumping; 2 hours; 08h00 – 17h00
• Abseiling – Tsitsikamma; 3 hours; 08h00 – 17h00
• Tennis; per hour; 08h00 – 17h00
• Mountain Biking; Half day; On appointment
• Deep Sea Fishing; Half day; 07h00
• Dolphin and Whale Watching; 3 hours; 09h00, 12h30 & 14h00
• Black Water Tubing; 4 hours; 08h00
• Canoeing; Half day; On appointment
• Sea Kayaking; 4 hours; 09h00
• Scenic Flights; ½ hour; On appointment
• Parasailing; 25 mins; 08h00 – 17h00
• Great White Shark cage diving; Day trip; On appointment
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