Simbavati Cederberg Ridge

Simbavati Cederberg Ridge Simbavati Cederberg Ridge is a Luxury Lodge located in the Cederberg region, just 2.5 hours drive fr

A sense of place can be found in the smallest details. From locally crafted drinks served chilled to the magnificent Ced...
06/09/2026

A sense of place can be found in the smallest details. From locally crafted drinks served chilled to the magnificent Cederberg views, every element of a stay at Simbavati Cederberg Ridge celebrates the character and flavours of the region.
It is our way of supporting local and helping guests feel more deeply connected to this remarkable place.

There is a particular pleasure in coming back from a day in the Cederberg and setteling into these chairs for the sunset...
04/09/2026

There is a particular pleasure in coming back from a day in the Cederberg and setteling into these chairs for the sunset. With the last light on the horizon and the landscape stretching beyond the terrace, it is time for conversation, a drink and the luxury of an unhurried hour together.

Beneath the great sandstone overhangs of the Cederberg, traces of earlier lives remain on the rock. Exploring the Sevill...
31/08/2026

Beneath the great sandstone overhangs of the Cederberg, traces of earlier lives remain on the rock. Exploring the Sevilla Rock Art Trail offers the chance to encounter San rock paintings within the landscape where they have endured, adding another layer to a day spent on foot in this remarkable region.

What makes a plate feel connected to a place? Here, fresh greens sit alongside charred elements, crisp textures and care...
28/08/2026

What makes a plate feel connected to a place? Here, fresh greens sit alongside charred elements, crisp textures and carefully placed garnishes, creating a dish that feels thoughtful without becoming fussy. It is a natural expression of Cederberg Ridge’s Berg to Plate approach, where the surrounding region provides the inspiration.

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What if the best part of the afternoon was simply staying here? The private plunge pool at Simbavati Cederberg Ridge ope...
25/08/2026

What if the best part of the afternoon was simply staying here? The private plunge pool at Simbavati Cederberg Ridge opens onto a wide Cederberg landscape, with mountains layered into the distance. Settle at the water’s edge, let your feet cool off and give the view as much time as it deserves.

📸 Craig Parsons

The candles are glowing, dinner has arrived, and there is nowhere else you need to be. At Simbavati Cederberg Ridge, eve...
22/08/2026

The candles are glowing, dinner has arrived, and there is nowhere else you need to be. At Simbavati Cederberg Ridge, evenings invite you to linger over good food, easy conversation and the simple pleasure of taking your time.

18/08/2026

There is a different rhythm to the wild in the Cederberg. Just 2½ hours north of Cape Town, Simbavati Cederberg Ridge looks out across a broad valley towards the region’s raw sandstone mountains, where changing light, open skies and rugged landscapes shape the view throughout the day.

Set on a 3,000-hectare working citrus and table-grape farm near Clanwilliam, the lodge brings together the warmth of a contemporary African farmhouse and a strong connection to its surroundings. Eleven spacious rooms and suites open onto deep terraces, indigenous gardens meet the veld, and two pools offer peaceful places to watch the light move across the landscape.

Days can be as active or as unhurried as you choose. Follow trails on foot or by mountain bike, discover ancient rock art, visit the farm to learn more about rooibos and citrus, or take to Clanwilliam Dam on a seasonal boat cruise. After dark, star talks turn attention to the vast Cederberg sky.

Then there are the quieter hours. Dinner on the deck, conversation beside the firepit and the mountains close by as another day draws to an end. At Simbavati Cederberg Ridge, wilderness is less about chasing the next moment and more about having the space to notice where you are.

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You can often see the care in the smallest details. The layers are left visible, the strawberries bring a bright splash ...
15/08/2026

You can often see the care in the smallest details. The layers are left visible, the strawberries bring a bright splash of colour and a few green leaves finish things off. It feels thoughtful without being fussy, which is exactly how a relaxed food moment should be.

As daylight fades, the details become simpler: a rocky perch, distant mountain shapes and the warmth of the horizon. The...
12/08/2026

As daylight fades, the details become simpler: a rocky perch, distant mountain shapes and the warmth of the horizon. These slower moments complement days spent exploring, giving you time to notice the landscape differently before heading back for the evening.

Two shower spaces, each offering a different way to start or end the day. The indoor shower provides privacy and ease, w...
08/08/2026

Two shower spaces, each offering a different way to start or end the day. The indoor shower provides privacy and ease, while the outdoor shower brings fresh air into the experience. At Simbavati Cederberg Ridge, it is a practical detail that adds a little more pleasure to an everyday routine.

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Cederberg Ridge Wilderness Lodge, Old Klawer Road
Clanwilliam
8135

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