BARTHOLOMEUS KLIP - VISIT

Having visited Bartholomeus Klip for a morning brunch and game drive site inspection, I was looking forward to spending the night and really enjoying this incredible establishment.

Driving from the winelands of Wellington and then by wheat fields you approach the reserve/farm and wonder what awaits you in this incredible open landscape, it is a surprise when you approach the farmhouse which is surrounded by oak trees and beautiful gardens.

On arrival we where met and shown to our rooms, we had arrived just in time for high tea and it is well worth not having lunch before you come! An afternoon game drive through the reserve viewing Springbok, Ostriches, Bontebok, Wildebeest, gemsbok, red hartebeest and the blue cranes which where in flocks! The farm is also well know for their Quagga breeding project; geometric tortoise and disease free Cape Buffalo breeding project. We returned back to the farmhouse for evening drinks and to freshen up before dinner.

The next morning we where taken on a drive down to the Buffalo pens where we learnt about the breeding project, before heading out into the reserve and learning more about the natural bush and the wildlife. An afternoon of relaxation lying on the sun lounges and refreshing ourselves in the pool, followed by high tea and a walk around the farm.

We where lucky on the morning of our departure to witness the birth of Bonzo, a male buffalo calf. We left our breakfast early to drive down to the buffalo pens and see Bonzo take his first steps!

Bartholomeus Klip was everything I remembered and even better! From their staff hospitality and food which is exceptional to the setting, definitely a must for anyone wanting to have a few days of complete peace and relaxation.