Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, voted Best Hotel in the World

Bushmans Kloof Wilderness Reserve & Wellness Retreat, voted Best Hotel in the World (US Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards 2009), is offering a selection of exceptional value Winter Specials in the heart of the Cederberg, from R1 550 per person sharing per night. Valid to 31 August 2011, these enticing special packages are inclusive of 5-star accommodation at this Relais & Châteaux lodge, all meals and lodge activities. 3-NIGHT WINTER GETAWAY ‘Escape the everyday’ Sometimes the only way to truly relax is completely change your routine – and a well deserved escape to the breathtaking Cederberg wilderness is sure to do the trick. This great value package is valid seven days a week, including weekends. This exclusive great value 3-Night Package is available: Valid: 1 Apr – 31 Aug 2011 Double Occupancy Luxury Room R1 550 per person sharing, per night Deluxe Room R1 985 per person sharing, per night Suite R2 315 per person sharing, per night The package includes: Luxury accommodation All meals (Full English breakfast, light a la carte lunch, afternoon high tea, a la carte dinner) A variety of enriching and exhilarating lodge activities including nature drives, guided rock art excursions, botanical walks, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, hiking, swimming, special interest presentations (birding, stargazing, entomology, social responsibilities and rock art) or merely relaxing. Complimentary WIFI and welcome drink. The package excludes: All beverages Spa Treatments Laundry and valet Transfers to and from the lodge Trading Post purchases TERMS & CONDITIONS This package is based on a 3-night stay Block out dates: 22 – 25 April 2011 (Easter Weekend) This package cannot be combined with any other special offers or special packages offered by Bushmans Kloof. Rates are quoted in ZAR (SA Rand) and are subject to change Rates are quoted per person sharing and include 14% VAT Accommodation is payable 6 weeks prior to arrival Cancellations made within 30 days of the arrival date, 50% of the accommodation total is payable Cancellations made within 7 days of the arrival date, 100% of the accommodation total is payable Check-out is at 12h00 on day of departure, Check-in is at 14h00 on day of arrival. Lunch is not included on dates of arrival and departure Please note that all rooms and suites are non-smoking Children 10+ welcome at the full adult rate No pets allowed  CONTACT:  specials@absafaris.co.za 2-NIGHT NURTURE IN NATURE BREAK A mid-week weekend’ Take a luxurious two night mid-week winter break at Bushmans Kloof – the ideal sanctuary in which to relax, recharge your batteries and reconnect with nature in a glorious setting. This exclusive great value 2-Night Package is available: Valid: 1 April – 30 September 2011 Double Occupancy Room Type Rate Luxury Room R1 650 per person sharing, per night Deluxe Room R2 085 per person sharing, per night Suite R2 415 per person sharing, per night The package includes: Luxury accommodation Welcome drink on arrival All meals (Full English Breakfast, a la carte light lunch, afternoon high tea and dinner) A variety of enriching and exhilarating lodge activities including nature drives, guided rock art excursions, botanical walks, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, hiking, swimming, special interest presentations (birding, stargazing, entomology, social responsibilities and rock art) or merely relaxing Complimentary WIFI and welcome drink The package excludes: All beverages Spa Treatments Laundry and valet Transfers to and from the lodge Trading Post purchases TERMS & CONDITIONS This package is based on a 2-night stay and is applicable to South African residents only. Block out dates: 22 – 25 April 2011 (Easter Weekend) This package cannot be combined with any other special offers or special packages offered by Bushmans Kloof Rates are quoted in ZAR (SA Rand) and are subject to change Rates are quoted per person sharing and include 14% VAT Minimum 2-night stay on weekends (Friday and Saturday) Accommodation is payable 6 weeks prior to arrival Cancellations made within 30 days of the arrival date, 50% of the accommodation total is payable Cancellations made within 7 days of the arrival date, 100% of the accommodation total is payable Check-in is from 14h00 on day of arrival; Check-out is at 12h00 on day of departure. Lunch is not included on day of arrival or departure Please note that all rooms and suites are non-smoking Children 10+ welcome at the full adult rate No pets allowed  CONTACT:  specials@absafaris.co.za FAMILY FUN Savour a rare opportunity for the whole family to share quality time together whilst rediscovering the wonders of nature in the heart of the Cederberg. This is an ideal breakaway that will be enjoyed by all generations – it includes a special children’s programme ensuring Mom and Dad have quality time all to themselves, as well as a wide range of exciting activities that everyone can enjoy together. Tuesday 28 June - Friday 1 July 2011 Friday 1 July - Monday 4 July 2011 Monday 4 July - Thursday 7 July 2011 Tuesday 13 December - Friday 16 December 2011 Adults R6300 per person sharing for 3 nights R8600 Single occupancy for 3 nights Children 6 - 12 R4500 per child for 3 nights Children 3 – 5 R2550 per child for 3 nights Children 0 – 2 Free of charge The above package includes: Luxury accommodation All meals (high tea, dinner, light continental breakfast and brunch). Special children's menu provided and extra-ordinary dining options can be arranged at an additional charge Daily evening nature drives with sundowner drinks and snacks Daily guided rock art excursions Children's activities - collecting treasures in the veld, creating your own 'rock art' painting, a night walk with guide to discover nocturnal animals and bugs and a sleep out in the reserve All Lodge activities - two hiking trails varying between one and three hours, mountain biking, canoeing, archery, star gazing, painting, bird watching, fly-fishing, swimming in crystal clear rock pools and waterfalls The above package excludes: All beverages Spa treatments Transfers to and from the lodge Trading Post purchases Laundry and valet Telephone, fax and email Room service Extra-ordinary dining options Any private babysitting Gratuities   CONTACT:  specials@absafaris.co.za GOURMET CHEF’S WEEKENDS A heady combination of mouth watering cuisine, fine wine, enriching heritage and a choice of exhilarating outdoor activities, or tranquil pursuits - it promises to be an unforgettable getaway. During these multi-sensory culinary explorations guests will savour sumptuous cuisine served in extraordinary locations, and also partake in intimate cooking demonstrations, learning how to prepare food that is a feast for both the eye and palate. Chef Floris Smith is at the helm of Bushmans Kloof’s superb dining experience where his Contemporary Cape Cuisine is integral to our world-class wilderness experience. He will personally host each Gourmet Chef’s Weekend, sharing his in-depth knowledge of all things ‘foodie’, interspersed with glimpses of his inimitable creative wit. Join us for an enriching weekend of food, fun, fresh ideas and lots of local flavour here in the midst of nature’s playground. Bread – The Healthy Way Friday 10 to Sunday 12 June Try out innovative and alternative ways of baking the perfect loaf of bread during the Bread – the healthy way weekend. You will be guided through the uses of different types of flour – and how to bake with these without foregoing the delicious taste of this staple food. Savour a delicious selection of breads, and gain insight into the different ways to use flour in pastries and bread. For those who are gluten, wheat or yeast intolerant, this may well prove a priceless experience! Event Itinerary Decadent Delights – Cooking with Chocolate Friday 29 to Sunday 31 July Indulge in your very own Charlie and the Chocolate Factory childhood fantasy during the decadent Cooking with Chocolate weekend, and explore the different tastes and flavours of the cocoa bean. Learn some insider secrets about chocolate – ‘the food of the gods’ - and how to use it to create sweet delicacies, before sitting down to a High Tea where chocolate as an ingredient takes the lead. This is an experience to be savoured with a sense of childlike pleasure!    CONTACT:  specials@absafaris.co.za STAY 4 NIGHTS, PAY FOR 3 There’s so much to do here including absolutely nothing… Experience supreme luxury, unsurpassed comfort and true tranquility, while enjoying an enriching wilderness experience that includes a wealth of exciting outdoor adventures and opportunities for discovery. This exclusive great value 4-Night Package is available: Valid: 1 Nov – 19 Dec 2010, 7 Jan – 31 Mar 2011, 1 Sep – 31 Oct 2011 4-Night Package Room Type Rate Luxury Room R2 900 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Deluxe Room R3 900 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Suite R4 500 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Supreme Suite R5 100 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Valid: 1 Apr – 31 Aug 2011 4-Night Package Room Type Rate Luxury Room R1 900 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Deluxe Room R2 500 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Suite R2 900 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Supreme Suite R3 450 per person sharing, per night for 3-nights (4-nights) Should you book this special package based on a suite – we will also include a complimentary return chauffeur drive transfer between Cape Town and the lodge. *Subject to availability. Terms & Conditions apply* The package includes: Luxury accommodation All meals (Full English breakfast, light a la carte lunch, afternoon high tea, a la carte dinner) A variety of enriching and exhilarating lodge activities including nature drives, guided rock art excursions, botanical walks, canoeing, archery, fly fishing, hiking, swimming, special interest presentations (birding, stargazing, entomology, social responsibilities and rock art) or merely relaxing. Complimentary WIFI and welcome drink. The package excludes: All beverages Spa Treatments Laundry and valet Transfers to and from the lodge Trading Post purchases TERMS & CONDITIONS This package is based on a 4-night stay Block out dates: 22 – 25 April 2011 (Easter Weekend), 20 December 2010 – 6 January 2011 This package cannot be combined with any other special offers or special packages offered by Bushmans Kloof Rates are quoted in ZAR (SA Rand) and are subject to change Rates are quoted per person sharing and include 14% VAT Accommodation is payable 6 weeks prior to arrival Cancellations made within 30 days of the arrival date, 50% of the accommodation total is payable Cancellations made within 7 days of the arrival date, 100% of the accommodation total is payable Check-out is at 12h00 on day of departure, Check-in is at 14h00 on day of arrival. Lunch is not included on dates of arrival and departure Please note that all rooms and suites are non-smoking Children 10+ welcome at the full adult rate No pets allowed    CONTACT:  specials@absafaris.co.za