MTB (Mountain Biking)

Bring along your own mountain bike or hire one from us while staying at Pat Busch and explore the Klaasvoogds Meander.

Our mountain trails are probably too steep for MTB enthusiasts, but we do have a map of the local gravel backroads which many bikers enjoy.

Please enquire for a MTB map when booking or check out our info books in the cottages!

Bike Hire

We have two Axis 90 mountain bikes with front suspension & Shimano 18 speed parts.

Why not try out some fun mountain bike (MTB) action during your stay on our farm roads or explore the Klaasvoogds Meander by cycling to nearby restaurants & wine estates.

We also have bikes for kids so the whole family can explore.

Please enquire for prices & book at bike with our reception.

Bass Fishing

Our freshwater mountain dam is a short walk from the accommodation.

The dam wall has some lawn with seating & shade, plus a large jetty from which you can fish, although the water is quite accessible from the wall.

There are row boats, kayaks, canoes & SUPs if you’d like to fish from the water, alternatively bring your own float tube. Life vests & oars / paddles are available at reception, please enquire for pricing & book at reception.

Bring along your own fishing tackle for largemouth bass & Kurper (Tilapia) fishing on a strict catch & release basis (C & R).

SUP, Paddling & Kayaking on the Dam

Our freshwater mountain dam is a short walk from the accommodation.

The dam wall has some lawn with seating & shade, plus a large jetty to launch from.

There are row boats, a single & double kayak, canoes and stand up paddle boards (SUP).

Life vests & oars / paddles are available at reception, please enquire for pricing.

Swimming in the dam

Our freshwater mountain dam is a short walk from the accommodation.

The dam wall has some lawn with seating & shade, plus a large jetty from which you can jump depending on the dam level (at your own risk).

Please practice caution when swimming in the dam.

Swimming in the saltwater pool with a view

Our 4x9m saltwater swimming pool is complete with martini seat facing the spectacular mountain view, and a wide shallow step where young children can cool down under supervision.

The charcoal pool usually warms up naturally in summer and is surrounded by rolling green lawns with shade sails & sun loungers for the diva in you.

Wifi is available at the pool and there is space for your lawn games.

Mountain Hiking

The Pat Busch Mountain Reserve offers several mountainous trails ranging from fynbos & protea hikes to kloof hikes along wooded streams strewn with boulders, as well as a shorter hike in the foothills over rocks & boulders to find Bushman paintings left by the ancient San Bushmen of the Cape.

This is a registered site, although the Bushman paintings are obscure and difficult to identify. Hiking trails are exclusively for the enjoyment of our overnight guests which means that guests can walk or hike in complete safety.

Our info books in the accommodation units have maps of the trails, but we recommend enquiring with reception on the current condition of the trails plus we’ll be happy to print one for you, and you can grab some trail snacks at the shop while you are there.

Nature lovers must be prepared to enjoy beautiful mountain scenery, however be advised that some of our trails are steep at times and can be slippery in winter, early mornings or after rain.

Please remember to never hike alone, and be prepared with enough food & water (available at our shop), good hiking boots, suntan lotion & hat, common sense and a jacket.

Take nothing but photos and leave nothing but footprints.

Hikes take 3-5 hours and we recommend informing our reception of your route.

Bird Watching

There is an abundant range of both Cape fauna & flora on the reserve which forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, including a rare protea Vexatorella Latebrosa.

This diversity in plant life & mountain fynbos provides the perfect habitat for a variety of Cape birds.

The bird life on the nature reserve is abundant with most activity very early in the morning, there are approx. 100+ species identified ranging from Fish & Verreaux Eagles, to Nightjars, Sugarbirds, Cuckoos & Coucals.

Bring your own binoculars and plenty of patience!

Cape Fauna & Flora

There is an abundant range of both Cape fauna & flora on the reserve which forms part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, including a rare protea Vexatorella Latebrosa which was re-discovered on the reserve several years ago after a veldfire.

The bird life on the nature reserve is abundant with most activity very early in the morning, there are approx. 100+ species identified.

The reserve is also home to many animals including the Cape Clawless Otter, Honey Badgers, Lynx, Porcupines, Bushpig, Bushbuck, Grysbok, Duiker, Klipspringer, Fallow Deer (exotic) and rarely seen Leopard and Babboons.

Picnic Baskets

We can prepare an authentic wicker picnic basket with scrumptious ingredients for you to enjoy anywhere on the reserve.

We do have some picnic spots in mind and can suggest our lush meadow or the dam wall, perhaps on the lawn around the pool, or why not our poplar forest with gurgling stream or our pine forest under the mountain.

Please be advised that picnic baskets are by pre-order only, and we recommend at least 2-3 days’ notice to give us sufficient time to plan & prepare the ingredients.

This is a great option for that very special occasion be that an anniversary, engagement, or just a romantic escape (PS. We recommend including a bottle of bubbly!) Please enquire for options & pricing.

Breakfast Baskets

We offer ‘Cook Your Own’ DIY breakfast baskets which are placed in your accommodation for you to prepare and enjoy at your convenience.

This is a great option if you are staying at various venues while on holiday (or road tripping) and would like the convenience of having ingredients & more delivered to your front door without the hassle of shopping yourself.

Pre-order your breakfast basket when making your booking and we’ll advise you of the ingredients & costs.

Braai & Potjie Baskets

We offer ‘Cook Your Own’ DIY braai or potjie baskets which are placed in your accommodation for you to prepare and enjoy at your convenience. 

This is a great option if you are staying at various venues while on holiday (or road tripping) and would like the convenience of having ingredients & more delivered to your front door without the hassle of shopping yourself.

Pre-order either your braai or potjie basket when making your booking and we’ll advise you of the ingredients & costs.

Farm Shop & Reception

We have an onsite farm shop at our reception where you can get detailed information, make enquiries, book tours, as well as buy anything from gourmet Bean-to-Cup cappuccinos, fire lighters & wood, ice, cooldrinks & trail snacks to merchandise, oar & paddle rentals, suntan lotion, etc.

Wifi & Mobile Reception

Due to the mountain range our reserve has very limited mobile phone reception with poor connectivity.

That said, we have installed an extensive wifi network which is freely available to all guests with most of the common areas being well covered and the best speed & connection is around our reception area, and most of the accommodation has free wifi too.

ACTIVITIES ON THE KLAASVOOGDS MEANDER & IN THE ROBERTSON WINE VALLEY

We are perfectly situated to explore the wine estates & cellars of the Robertson Wine Valley, which happens to be the longest wine route in the world.

With over 40 wine estates within 30 minutes of the Pat Busch Mountain Reserve, we truly are a great base from which to discover all the local wine & olive oil tastings the Breede River Valley has to offer.

We can also arrange wine tours and Wine Safaris with local service providers to drinking & driving should not be an issue, please enquire at our reception for more info.

We can also recommend local River Boat Cruises on the Breede River – please enquire with reception for updated information.