Author: Rare Earth
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14 WONDERFUL THINGS TO DO IN PLETT THIS FESTIVE SEASON
Plettenberg Bay is often referred to as ‘The Jewel of the Garden Route’ and it only takes one visit to our special part of the world to understand why. From sparkling pools, sundowner spots, hiking trails and wine farms to superb restaurants and spa treatments, there’s so much to see and do. Here is our…
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Meet the resident wildlife at The Outpost
During lockdown in South Africa, two of our field guides, Nicole Mathesie and Dean Oelofse, spent their time at The Outpost. While all was very quiet, slowly but surely a hidden parallel world revealed itself and they discovered just how many wild animals have chosen the lodge as their home – living next to the…
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Introducing our Country House Wedding Package
We’re delighted to introduce our all-inclusive Country House Wedding Package in collaboration with Confeti Events. Host your dream wedding with up to 30 guests at our Country House, situated in one of the most scenic parts of the Plettenberg Bay wine region – with vineyards and rolling polo fields on your doorstep. If you’re looking…
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A WILD WINTER IN NORTHERN KRUGER
You’ll find two of our beautiful lodges, The Outpost and Pel’s Post, in the far north of the Kruger National Park and winter is one of the best times of year to visit us here. The daily temperatures are mild and you can expect dry, sunny days and exceptional night skies. The temperatures at dawn…
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PHOTO DIARY BY FIELD GUIDE, NICOLE MATHESIE
We may all be homebound but we’re still dreaming of days spent in the African bush. We asked expert field guide and photographer, Nicole Mathesie, to share some of her favourite photographs and memories with us so that, for a few moments, we can imagine being at the paradise that is The Outpost, in the…
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Kay and Monty Weddings: Leanne & Kyle
Leanne and Kyle were surrounded by rolling vineyards and majestic polo ponies as they welcomed their nearest and dearest to witness their love and commitment at Kay and Monty Vineyards, just outside Plettenberg Bay. Guests sat overlooking the glassy dam during the ceremony and a combination of soft white florals with fresh shades of green,…
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WHY WE LOVE SUMMER IN NORTHERN KRUGER
There is so much to look forward to when exploring the lush bushveld during a summer visit to The Outpost or Pel’s Post, in the far north of Kruger National Park. Accompanied by our expert field guides, you’ll encounter colourful migratory birds, plenty of newborn life and even African elephants emerging from the greenery. Take…
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32 TRAVEL IDEAS FOR YOUR 2020 BUCKET LIST
What will you tick off your travel bucket list in 2020? Whether it’s sipping sundowners overlooking the remarkable Cape coastline, dining under the starlit African sky or enjoying a delicious picnic-style lunch under the gold-tinted shade of the largest fever tree forest in the world – the new year holds so many wonderful potential travel…
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FUN WAYS TO EXPLORE THE PLETT WINELANDS
With over 16 wine farms stretching from Harkerville to the Crags, we are lucky to call the Plett Winelands home to our boutique wine farm, Kay and Monty. There are a multitude of ways to enjoy the local wine route – on horseback, by bus, by bike or by hike – take a look below for…
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NEW YEAR’S EVE AT RESTAURANT 1777, THE OLD RECTORY
The Old Rectory Hotel & Spa in Plettenberg Bay is delighted to be hosting a NEW YEAR’S EVE DINNER! Gather your family and friends for an evening of delicious food, fine wine, great music, and plenty of fun.