Lekkerwater Beach Lodge at De Hoop is an exclusive eco-getaway, located approximately three hours' drive from Cape Town, in the eastern, most exclusive sector of De Hoop Nature Reserve. De Hoop is a glorious coastal reserve famous for some of the best whale watching on the planet.
Lekkerwater (literally meaning 'the place of good water') offers 7 intimate and individual off-grid suites, decorated with a bright and breezy coastal feel, each boasting a private deck overlooking the five-kilometer stretch of secluded beach. At the main lodge the focus is on offering a home-from-home hospitality and dining experience. Lekkerwater can be booked for sole-use for gatherings of friends and family.
Nothing for miles around, beach walks and incredible sunsets
A unique land-based marine safari experience
Offering some of the worlds best land-based whale-watching (July - Nov)
Barefoot luxury without the digital distractions
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7 Rooms
6 Years +
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Scenic
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INSIDER TIP
"Take a step back into your childhood by rock pooling. Get up with the sun to join one of the naturalists on a guided walk along the beach at low tide. You will learn all about the thriving inter-tidal ecosystem."
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Birdwatching
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Cultural Experience
Hiking
Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
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Sarah Bansal, 21st April 2023
Holiday to Lekkerwater Beach Lodge at De Hoop
Loved loved this place. The right ratio of destination, luxury and informality. You could sit here for days. The views were amazing and the food was great. The guides were fabulous. It’s a pain to get to. The Google map directions are great but don’t take into account the roads - 50kms of gravel an…
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7 Rooms
6 Years +
Open All Year
Family Rooms
All Inclusive
Scenic
Birdwatching
Ocean Safari
Whale Watching
Cultural Experience
Hiking
Snorkeling/Scuba Diving
