Garden Route, South Africa
Tsala Tree Tops
To simply call this a treehouse would be an understatement. Tsala Treetop Lodge is the most incredible, luxury treetop property set amidst the canopy of an ancient indigenous forest. An idyllic forest getaway, you’ll be met with breathtaking views across rolling valleys, spectacular cuisine, and an array of interesting activities. Imbuing a sense of magic and mystery, a stay in this architecturally unique lodge is an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. To simply call this a treehouse would be an understatement. Tsala Treetop Lodge is the most incredible, luxury treetop property set amidst the canopy of an ancient indigenous forest. An idyllic forest getaway, you’ll be met with breathtaking views across rolling valleys, spectacular cuisine, and an array of interesting activities. Imbuing a sense of magic and mystery, a stay in this architecturally unique lodge is an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.
To simply call this a treehouse would be an understatement. Tsala Treetop Lodge is the most incredible, luxury treetop property set amidst the canopy of an ancient indigenous forest. An idyllic forest getaway, you’ll be met with breathtaking views across rolling valleys, spectacular cuisine, and an array of interesting activities. Imbuing a sense of magic and mystery, a stay in this architecturally unique lodge is an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime. To simply call this a treehouse would be an understatement. Tsala Treetop Lodge is the most incredible, luxury treetop property set amidst the canopy of an ancient indigenous forest. An idyllic forest getaway, you’ll be met with breathtaking views across rolling valleys, spectacular cuisine, and an array of interesting activities. Imbuing a sense of magic and mystery, a stay in this architecturally unique lodge is an experience you’ll remember for a lifetime.
Location
Secluded by the verdant forest, Tsala Treetop Lodge sits within a private reserve in South Africa’s scenic Garden Route. Around 500 kilometres east of Cape Town, the lodge is surrounded by the undulating landscapes of Cape Floral Kingdom. Encircled by dense forest, you may think you are far from the coast, but nearby, the waves of the Atlantic crash to the shores of rocky bays.
Accommodation
Bury yourself in the forest canopy in one of Tsala’s sixteen sumptuous suites. Choose from ten exclusive one-bedroomed rooms, each with a cosy lounge, plush bedroom, and serene bathroom, featuring an indoor and outdoor shower. You’ll also be treated to a spacious private deck extending into the treetops, complete with tranquil infinity pool for dipping into during the heat of the day.
For those travelling as a family or small group, one of the six lavish two-bedroomed villas is just the thing. Aside from the two en-suite bedrooms, the villas have the addition of a roaring fireplace in the comfortable lounge, and a dining area where you can share stories of your adventures over a meal.
For those travelling as a family or small group, one of the six lavish two-bedroomed villas is just the thing. Aside from the two en-suite bedrooms, the villas have the addition of a roaring fireplace in the comfortable lounge, and a dining area where you can share stories of your adventures over a meal.
Meander through the trees on elevated wooden walkways to Tsala’s main area. Here, you’ll find a cheerful lounge, well stocked library, and a superb glass walled dining room, with uninterrupted views over the trees.
Within the reserve you will also find Zinzi Restaurant and Bar. Their menu changes with the seasons and features delectable dining inspired by both South African and international flavours. Hunter’s Country House also offers up two more dining spots for you to enjoy, plus there is an opportunity to delight in a private picnic anywhere on the grounds.
If you are looking for somewhere to tie the knot, the intimate ‘Chapel in the Forest’ may be the perfect setting. Framed by gorgeous flowering trees, with floor to ceiling windows affording striking views and space for up to 50 guests, it’s an unbelievably special spot to say ‘I do’.
Within the reserve you will also find Zinzi Restaurant and Bar. Their menu changes with the seasons and features delectable dining inspired by both South African and international flavours. Hunter’s Country House also offers up two more dining spots for you to enjoy, plus there is an opportunity to delight in a private picnic anywhere on the grounds.
If you are looking for somewhere to tie the knot, the intimate ‘Chapel in the Forest’ may be the perfect setting. Framed by gorgeous flowering trees, with floor to ceiling windows affording striking views and space for up to 50 guests, it’s an unbelievably special spot to say ‘I do’.
Experiences
- Glide across the shimmering seas on the search for marine life including Southern Right and Humpback whales; Common, Bottlenose and Humpback Dolphins; and a colony of around 5,000 fun-loving seals.
- Visit Birds of Eden, a unique two-hectare free flight bird sanctuary, set within a gorge of indigenous forest - a sanctuary to a myriad of species.
- Put on your snorkel and head out to sea on an adventurous excursion, swimming with seals in Plettenberg Bay.
- Step aboard a luxury yacht for a sunset cruise through the Knysna Heads. Sip a glass of South African sparkling wine and savour a seafood platter.
- Cast your lines as you set sail on a deep sea fishing experience, where you’re likely to encounter plenty of marine life.
- Explore the nearby nature reserves by foot, bicycle or horseback, taking in the glorious scenery and unique fauna of Cape Floral Kingdom.
- Thrill seekers can take their pick from surfing, sea kayaking, bungee jumping, skydiving, ziplining and shark cage diving, all sure to get the adrenaline pumping!
- Walk side by side with monkeys on guided safaris around Monkeyland.
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.
Conservation
Tsala encourages its guests to visit “Birds of Eden”; the Garden Route’s very own world class free flight bird sanctuary. The unique two-hectare dome spans over a gorge of indigenous forest and is sanctuary to a myriad of birds that can be viewed up close. Birds of Eden was developed to create a safe environment in which to release a large collection of free-flight African birds and miniature monkeys. Most of the inhabitants that arrive at Birds of Eden have a history of being caged in small environments.
Environment
Subtly blending into its forest surroundings, Tsala Treetop Lodge is an unintrusive property that was built using natural materials. This creates a sense of immersion into the forest for both their guests and the nature that surrounds it.
Community
Tsala Treetop Lodge is committed to a literacy programme which involves all Grade 3 learners in the nearby Phakamisani and Kwanokuthula primary schools. A number of staff members give their time to support this worthy programme which includes reading, writing and conversation with the children. This process has greatly assisted the kids at the schools to achieve age-appropriate literacy skills to effectively access the curriculum in Grade 4, when the medium of instruction changes from their home language Xhosa to English.
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