De Hoop Collection, Morukuru Beach Lodge and CapeNature are hosting a beach clean-up weekend at the De Hoop Nature Reserve from 27 to 29 May.
William Stephens, owner of De Hoop Collection said there will be a 50% discount on stays for guests who are willing to be a part of the activities. The area that will be covered is from Koppie Alleen to Skipskop. CapeNature will provide black bags and gloves.
De Hoop Nature Reserve beach clean up
The accommodation on offer for the weekend at De Hoop Collection includes four or six sleeper cottages for R1 450 per person or suites for one to two people at R3 400 per person. These rates include two nights of accommodation, two breakfasts, two dinners and a packed lunch on Saturday. It is a minimum stay of two nights.
De Hoop Collection aerial view
Morukuru Beach Lodge is offering a suite for one to two guests at R2 900 per person per night sharing. This includes accommodation, all meals and soft drinks. The five suites can accommodate a maximum of ten guests.
Morukuru Beach Lodge aerial view
To qualify for the special rate guests must commit to the clean-up on Friday from 4 pm, and full-day clean-up on Saturday. Own transport is to be used to and from Koppie Alleen.
Morukuru Beach Lodge will provide a packed lunch for guests on Saturday 28 May, while De Hoop Collection will provide a boma dinner at 6 pm that evening for guests. If guests participate in a clean-up on Sunday, Morukuru Beach Lodge will provide a packed lunch at R150 per person. Transport will be provided for Morukuru Beach Lodge guests to and from De Hoop Collection for the boma dinner.
Morukuru Beach Lodge fire pit and sea view
The general manager of Morukuru Beach Lodge, Trevor van Laun noted the importance of these cleanups. ‘Like anywhere in the world, sea debris and litter wash up on our shores. With beach clean-up weekends such as this one, we can make a difference to ensure our beaches remain as pristine as possible.’
De Hoop Nature Reserve beach clean-up
In keeping with protocols regarding the Coronavirus, De Hoop Collection and Morukuru Beach Lodge adheres to all strict health and safety cleaning protocols, the safety of their guests and staff are the highest priority.
For reservations at the De Hoop Collection please contact 021-422 4522, use the email: [email protected] or check them out on Facebook.
The De Hoop Collection is a short three-hour drive away from Cape Town and is along the Garden Route. Guests can enjoy a dining scene that overlooks a vast vlei with more than 260 species of birds to spot, as well as whale-watching. De Hoop is a World Heritage site and has something for every member of the family. Other activities include marine walks, hiking trails, eco boat cruises on the vlei, tennis, or boules.
De Hoop Collection.
For reservations at Morukuru Beach Lodge, call: +27 11 615 4303, use the email: [email protected] or check out their page on Facebook.
Morukuru Beach Lodge is situated at Koppie Alleen, along the unspoilt coastline of the De Hoop Nature Reserve, halfway between Knysna and Cape Town. Considered to be the ultimate place in South Africa to view southern right whales, De Hoop Nature Reserve also offers towering white dunes, limestone cliffs, rock pools, and coastal fynbos. Morukuru Beach Lodge is sensitive to the environment and is fully off the grid. Guests can enjoy lazy days by the pool, or take part in activities like dune-boarding or snorkelling.
Morukuru Beach Lodge
Morukuru Family De Hoop was awarded Best Resort in South Africa by Condé Nast Traveler Readers’ Choice in 2020 & 2021 and World Travel Award for Best Beach Hotel In South Africa 2020 & 2021.
Pictures: Supplied
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