The Jewel of the Western Cape

History:

Stone Age people lived in the De Hoop area thousands of years ago. These nomadic Khoi inhabited the southern Cape and their middens are evident today. This region is a World Heritage Site and a treasure-trove of natural assets. At about 36 000 hectares, it is the flagship of CapeNature. The De Hoop Marine Reserve was proclaimed in March 1986 and extends a further three nautical miles off the coastline. It is an essential conservation area for the plant and animal species which are rapidly disappearing elsewhere. 

Our Vision:

The De Hoop Collection is committed to the South African tourism charter and to the development of the reserve as a tourism initiative. This entails empowering and training a local workforce and developing community initiatives. The total project of 250 to 300 beds will be completed over the next three years and enhance earnings for Cape Nature. As the various developments will be situated in a highly sensitive environment, the designs are light footprint to minimise the impact on the landscape.

CapeNature & Madikwe Investments:

The mission of CapeNature Conservation is to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of the Western Cape. As a biosphere reserve comprising both conservation and tourism, De Hoop is the nucleus of an extensive interactive conservation network for the Overberg region. This World Heritage Site enjoys international recognition with UNESCO and is already a major tourist attraction. A private initiative, Madikwe Investments, due to their success in establishing The Madikwe Game Reserve, are the development partner in this unique government / private partnership to enhance the existing reserve into a world class tourist destination.

The Madikwe Collection Safari Portfolio:

The Madikwe Collection, owned by Madikwe Investments, is a distinctive portfolio of safari lodges offering an eclectic choice of safari within the world renowned Madikwe Game Reserve in South Africa. Ranging from family orientated bush retreats to truly sumptuous 5-star luxury lodges, this collection ensures that your safari is tailor-made with the finest lodges in the Madikwe Game Reserve.

Treat yourself to a combination of the De Hoop and Madikwe Collections - the ultimate beach and safari experience. www.madikwecollection.com