Description
Tsala Treetop Lodge rises from the forest floor and rests high in the treetops of the Tsitsikamma Forest. The hotel is a member of the prestigious Relais and Chateaux collection.
The rooms look out across the Piesang River valley and, with floor to ceiling views into the forest, there is a frisson of adventure and romance. The unique wood and glass structures rise to a height exceeding six metres. Each one comprises a sitting room, bedroom, spacious bathroom, observation deck and pool deck, all elevated into the forest canopy on pole supports.
Even the swimming pool, with its infinity edge seemingly flowing over into the forest, is raised up in treetops. The lounge area is a great place for early evening drinks and offers Internet access, although WiFi is available throughout the hotel. The hotel's restaurant 'Zinzi' serves sumptuous international cuisine but dining can also be enjoyed al fresco overlooking the treetops or why not take a picnic into the forest.
Located close to Plettenberg Bay, Tsala is ideally situated for guests to explore the beautiful South African coastline and can be included in a tour along the Garden Route.
Guide price
£815
per person
£815 Per person for 4 nights, based on 2 people sharing a suite, on a bed and breakfast basis, including flights from Cape Town and transfers.
Accommodation
Tsala Treetop Lodge offers 10 suites. Each one affords lovely views of the surrounding forest and features a sitting room, bedroom, spacious bathroom, observation deck and pool deck, all elevated into the forest canopy on pole supports.
Childcare
The Tsala Treetop Lodge is not suitable for children given all suites are elevated into the forest canopy on pole supports.
Facilities
Facilities at the hotel include a swimming pool, restaurant and lounge with Internet access although complimentary WiFi is available throughout the hotel.
Activities
Located close to Plettenberg Bay, Tsala is ideally situated for guests to explore the beautiful South African coastline and can be included in a tour along the Garden Route. Other activities in the area include boat cruises, treetop canopy tours, horse riding whale watching (July to November) and visits to Monkeyland, Birds of Eden and the Elephant Sanctuary.
When to travel
Garden Route enjoys a moderate climate all year round. In peak summer season, from December to February, temperatures can climb as high as 34ºC, although winter temperatures can drop to as low as 4ºC. Generally, this season has many sunny days with high wind at times. During the winter months of June, July, and August, expect frequent rains and a couple of chilly evenings. From June to December, the Southern Right Whale (Eubalaena australis) graces Walker Bay with its massive presence.
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Location and directions
Plettenberg Bay, South Africa
Tsala Treetop Lodge is situated between the coastal towns of Plettenberg Bay and Knysna on the scenic Garden Route of the Western Cape.
How to get there
Guests are advised to fly to Port Elizabeth and proceed to Tsala Treetop Lodge by road. A flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth takes about one hour forty minutes. From the airport it is a two and a half hour drive to the Lodge.
