KANON PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE – CAPE VACCA 

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Self Catering Accommodation

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Kanon Private Nature Reserve is a 187 hectare protected reserve with 3.2 kilometers of coastline.

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The area boasts pristine wild beaches with rocks and pools and expanses of open beach and natural sand dunes and wild protected fynbos.

ACTIVITIES THINGS TO DO AT KANON

Fishing At Kanon Private Nature Reserve

Fishing

Book a fishing charter with partners, Go Fish Tours.

Mountain Biking At Kanon Private Nature Reserve

Mountain Biking

Cyclist? Explore local roads and trails by Mountain Bike

Trail Running at Kanon Private Nature Reserve

Trail Running

Plenty of roads, beaches and coastal paths to run and explore.

EXPLORE

RELAX

Focus on the sea, the beach, the Indian Ocean. Or turn inwards to scenic walks with breathtaking views over the bay and surrounds. Swimming & fishing. Beach walks & bush walks. Horse-rides or 4 x 4 trails. Fully-catered 5-star gastro experiences or chilled self-catered vibes.

Families with young kids; young lovers; those in need of rest & respite and restoration of the soul; team building and memory making on the southern tip of the African continent, into the rising sun above the waves over the warm Indian Ocean

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KANON PRIVATE GAME RESERVE – CAPE VACCA

ACCOMMODATION

Kanon Private Nature Reserve at Cape Vacca showcases four completely unique and precious self catering accommodation opportunities. Situated on the Cape South Coast 42 km from Mossel Bay, Garden Route, South Africa.

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Periwinkel

Periwinkel, situated in isolation at the tip of Cape Vacca, stands proud as a well loved and often-revisited holiday destination. Styled in the old Cape ways, there is no more suited place to find your soul and tend to your heart. Respected as a premier angling location, Periwinkel sleeps nine with Five rooms

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Shell Catcher

Old and cosy. Circa 1890, Shell Catcher is one of Kanon’s oldest surviving buildings. 3 bedrooms ensuite, creaky wooden floors and the rumble of the sea gently in the background will ensure that this little gem brings you and your young family closer together still. Perfect for little ones, or those seeking a more social atmosphere

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Nguni View

Recently renovated into the current guise, Nguni View is extremely popular with families with young kids – the beach is a minute away, the family living room on the second storey provides beautiful sea views. Open plan living supports family time, with plenty of open deck space upstairs to air your views and replenish your spirit.

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Khoekhoen Beach

Khoekhoen Beach Lodge is a luxury tented camp comprising 4 individually appointed and spacious tent dwellings. The lodge is situated just behind the low dune zone, perched above the Indian Ocean. The 3 suites comprise the larger honeymoon suite, the smaller double suite and the final suite is suited for singles, or couples.

KANON PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE

You’ll never forget it, and you’ll definitely come back.

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KANON PRIVATE NATURE RESERVE – CAPE VACCA

At The Reserve

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The Fish Traps

The Padros

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THE HISTORY

Negotiations commenced in 2001, and the dream was realized in 2003 – Kanon Private Nature Reserve.  As the reserve is part of the Gouritz Eastern Coastal Corridor, it plays a major role in the conservation of this vital stretch of coastline, which has been tended and cosseted by members of the Kanon community for the past 60 years.

There is a story that is Cape Vacca. Read More…

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