Sheltered by the rugged bastion of the Langeberg Mountains, and bordered to the south by the peaceful Breede River, the Bontebok National Park provides a refuge for not only bontebok, but also for other species such as Cape mountain zebra, red hartebeest and grey rhebok. The park is situated within the Cape Floral Kingdom, the smallest, but richest of the world's six floral kingdoms.

The Bontebok National Park itself was proclaimed in 1931 to prevent the last few remaining Bontebok from following the footsteps of the Blue Antelope into extinction. The number of Bontebok has risen from a seriously endangered 17 to over 200, which is the maximum number the 2 786 hectare park can support without inflicting serious damage to it’s various plant communities. Although the park can only support a limited amount of bontebok, over the years its surplus stock has been disposed of to other nature reserves and private landowners with suitable habitat and the total world population now stands somewhere between 2000 – 3000.


ACCOMMODATION
The rest camp called “Lang Elsie’s Kraal” named after a Khoe-Khoe Chieftain who lived there with her clan in the 18th century, is the first rest camp in SANParks to be designed from concept to completion according to “Touch the Earth Lightly” design principles. The concept requires that the units should incorporate the latest thinking in terms of design and materials so as to have the minimum impact on the environment, maximum return on investment, and maximum benefit to the local economy.

Chalets
There are 10 units that can sleep up to four people with two single beds (double bed on request) and a double sleeper couch. You will enjoy majestic views of the Breede River valley and the Langeberg mountain range, which can be appreciated from the private sun-decks to the south and west sides of the units.

Universal Access Chalets
Universal access is a key principle applied in the planning of the camp. The buildings have ramps throughout and are totally accessible to wheelchairs. Two of the 10 units are “special-needs adapted” with bathrooms and living spaces which meet current best practice for use by people with special needs.


ACTIVITIES

• Birding
• Game viewing from own vehicle.
• Three nature-hiking trails, starting and ending in the rest camp area for overnighters and old pump house for day visitors.
• Bathing in the Breede River – in the Rest Camp Area and at Die Stroom.
• Angling in the Breede River - anglers must be in possession of a valid angling permit, available for purchase at Park Reception.
• Canoeing/Kayaking in the Breede River, with own equipment.
• Biking opportunities available, regular and mountain biking, to increase with Park’s project.
  

FACILITIES

• Picnic and braai/barbecue sites with ablution facilities are available for day and overnight visitors.
• A shop at the park entrance supplies basic commodities like beer, snacks and soft drinks and curios can be purchased. Fresh produce and other groceries are available in Swellendam.
• The nearest fuel supply is in the town of Swellendam.
  
  

Rates
All rates are self-catering unless specified otherwise.

IMPORTANT: Deposits & payments
For bookings made more than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 4 months of making a booking. For bookings made less than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 10 days of making a booking. For bookings made within 40 days of arrival, immediate and full payment is required within 24 hours upon confirmation of the booking. Final and full payment for all reservations is due 40 days prior to arrival. Rates are to be used as a guide only - full quotes will be provided upon receipt of an enquiry.

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