Garden Route, South Africa
Mosaic Lagoon Lodge
At the edge of Hermanus Lagoon’s glistening waters stands Mosaic Lagoon Lodge. Set in an enviable location, where towering mountains meet the rippling ocean, the lodge is perfect for those interested in marine creatures, bird life and fascinating indigenous flora. Far from a one trick pony, this ecological gem is both an idyllic, remote retreat and an action-packed playground, with a host of activities sure to tickle your fancy. At the edge of Hermanus Lagoon’s glistening waters stands Mosaic Lagoon Lodge. Set in an enviable location, where towering mountains meet the rippling ocean, the lodge is perfect for those interested in marine creatures, bird life and fascinating indigenous flora. Far from a one trick pony, this ecological gem is both an idyllic, remote retreat and an action-packed playground, with a host of activities sure to tickle your fancy.
At the edge of Hermanus Lagoon’s glistening waters stands Mosaic Lagoon Lodge. Set in an enviable location, where towering mountains meet the rippling ocean, the lodge is perfect for those interested in marine creatures, bird life and fascinating indigenous flora. Far from a one trick pony, this ecological gem is both an idyllic, remote retreat and an action-packed playground, with a host of activities sure to tickle your fancy. At the edge of Hermanus Lagoon’s glistening waters stands Mosaic Lagoon Lodge. Set in an enviable location, where towering mountains meet the rippling ocean, the lodge is perfect for those interested in marine creatures, bird life and fascinating indigenous flora. Far from a one trick pony, this ecological gem is both an idyllic, remote retreat and an action-packed playground, with a host of activities sure to tickle your fancy.
Location
Around 150 kilometres south-east of Cape Town, hidden amongst a grove of luscious milkwood trees, the beautiful Mosaic Lagoon Lodge sits. A haven in the wilderness, the lodge is located in the heart of South Africa’s Cape Floral Kingdom, which boasts one of the richest densities of plant life on Earth, with over 9,000 species.
With Walker Bay Nature Reserve right on the doorstep, the crashing waves of the Atlantic, pristine white sand beaches and dramatic limestone outcrops aren’t far away.
With Walker Bay Nature Reserve right on the doorstep, the crashing waves of the Atlantic, pristine white sand beaches and dramatic limestone outcrops aren’t far away.
Accommodation
The beautiful lagoon lodge is the epitome of exclusivity with just five spacious suites. Decorated to keep the feel of the original farm, but updated to suit modern tastes, each suite comes luxuriously appointed. Whether you opt for a lagoon, mountain or forest view, you’ll be treated to an extra length king size bed, clothed in rich textiles; cosy wood burner; fully stocked complimentary minibar; private front deck with spectacular vistas; and both indoor and outdoor showers, so you can freshen up beneath the South African skies.
There’s one family suite available with space for an extra bed, perfect for those with a child aged four to twelve. For the lovebirds, there is a romantic honeymoon suite featuring an inviting wood-fired hot tub which is concealed by the canopy of the forest, so you can soak in complete privacy.
Follow the boardwalk to the central part of the lodge - the meticulously renovated Spookhuis, originally built in 1892. Here, you’ll find Mosaic’s library, drawing room and dining room, the ideal place to while away the hours in your down time. The dishes on the menu are both imaginative and delicious, not to mention gorgeously presented. Outside, a sparkling plunge pool awaits, with views out over the mountains and one of the best spots to take in spectacular sunsets over the lagoon.
Follow the boardwalk to the central part of the lodge - the meticulously renovated Spookhuis, originally built in 1892. Here, you’ll find Mosaic’s library, drawing room and dining room, the ideal place to while away the hours in your down time. The dishes on the menu are both imaginative and delicious, not to mention gorgeously presented. Outside, a sparkling plunge pool awaits, with views out over the mountains and one of the best spots to take in spectacular sunsets over the lagoon.
Experiences
- Revel in the excitement of whale watching, spotting majestic Southern Right whales from the land or the sea.
- Feel the exhilaration of zipping through the fynbos by quad bike, get wondrous views of the reserve and learn all about the flora and fauna that inhabit the lagoon wetlands.
- Drift along the calm waters of the Hermanus Lagoon by kayak, or take to the seas for a more adventurous paddle.
- Experience the serenity of the lagoon from aboard the Lady Stanford, a spacious eco-friendly riverboat, while looking out for otters, turtles, bontebok and over 100 bird species.
- Let the lodge’s knowledgeable guides take you on a leisurely walk through the reserve, encountering and learning about many indigenous plant species.
- Bird watching is magnificent, with more than 100 species sighted on the lagoon including the Cape-Cormorant, African Black Oystercatcher and the Knysna Woodpecker.
- Thrill-seekers rejoice as there’s the opportunity to get up close and personal with Great White sharks in a cage diving experience.
- Visit Panthera Africa, an ethical sanctuary for captive bred big cats in need of rescue, and find out more about the special creatures.
- For those wishing to venture further afield the nearby Overberg wine region and Klipgat Archaeological Caves - previously home to Stone Age Homo Sapiens - are easily accessible.
Positive Impact
We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.We prioritise working with properties that collaborate with local communities and address location-specific needs from education to anti-poaching. We assess our partners to ensure the people we work with share our values of ensuring our trips continue to act as a force for good. Here we share some of the positive impacts your stay here contributes to.
Environment
When the Johnsons took occupancy of the 1,000-hectare property in 2002, the land was totally overrun with ecologically destructive, invasive vegetation. Over time, they restored biodiversity here and created a renewed ecosystem now home to a wide variety of thriving flora and fauna.
Community
The revived ecosystem has seen a restoration of hope and livelihoods in the local community through job creation and education.
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