We love Grootbos. Only a two hour drive from Cape Town airport, it offers a very different experience and one not to be missed. Amazing whale viewing from July to December from the sea and the air in a small five seater private plane is a must do South African experience. Having seen the whales up close from the boat to then fly over them a quite a low level, is incredible. Shark diving, fabulous hiking trails, big open stretches of empty beach, acres of fynbos, some of the best but still little known vineyards a short drive away and the Grootbos Private Reserve lodges offering spectacular food and service makes this a real winner.