About the Boardwalk Lodge

Since 1999, when the main Boardwalk Lodge guesthouse and first self-catering chalets were opened to the public, the lodge has hosted visitors from all over the world. Situated within the boundaries of the Garden Route National Park and the Constantia Kloof Conservancy, Boardwalk Lodge offers a peaceful retreat from where to discover the treasures offered by Wilderness and the Garden Route.

Boardwalk Lodge takes its name and inspiration from the famous lagoon-side boardwalk at the Wilderness section of the Garden Route National Park – an inspiration carried through to the resort’s unique construction.  The various units are linked with wooden walkways.

The tranquillity of the location and top-class facilities provide the perfect setting to relax. Cool-off in the lodge’s crystal-blue swimming pool, spend an afternoon searching for the beautiful Knysna Lourie from the comfort of your private deck, or cosy-up in front of satellite television for an evening of intimate entertainment.

The Boardwalk Lodge provides accommodation in Wilderness. Its buildings blend into the backdrop of one of South Africa’s most beautiful stretches of indigenous forests and overlook the blue Indian Ocean and surrounding lagoons.

Boardwalk Lodge offers superb accommodation in the Garden Route to suit your pocket and purpose, ranging from the convenient luxury Bed & Breakfast rooms and studio suites, to the superior fully-equipped, self-catering timber chalets. All the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with both shower and bath.

Boardwalk Lodge is built on a forested slope and features stairs to reach the various rooms or chalets, but the view is worth the climb!

The main guest house buildings are styled in a luxurious yet modern Afro-contemporary manner and consist of 4 luxury bedrooms, 2 luxury 1-bedroom studio suites, each with private deck. The Breakfast Room is also located in the building. The rim-flow swimming pool is located below the luxury rooms and Breakfast Room in lush, landscaped gardens. Between 20 and 30 steps link the main guest house buildings.

The self-catering timber chalets are located higher up on the slopes and are styled in a comfortable, yet contemporary manner. Spacious open-plan living areas have been cleverly geared towards catering for any season. Between 10, 130 and 150 steps are required to reach the various chalets.

Luxury and Style Redefined

The Boardwalk Lodge provides accommodation in Wilderness. Its buildings blend into the backdrop of one of South Africa’s most beautiful stretches of indigenous forests and overlook the blue Indian Ocean and surrounding lagoons.

Boardwalk Lodge offers superb accommodation in the Garden Route to suit your pocket and purpose, ranging from the convenient luxury Bed & Breakfast rooms and studio suites, to the superior fully-equipped, self-catering timber chalets. All the bedrooms have en-suite bathrooms with both shower and bath.

Boardwalk Lodge is built on a forested slope and features stairs to reach the various rooms or chalets, but the view is worth the climb!

The main guest house buildings are styled in a luxurious yet modern Afro-contemporary manner and consist of 4 luxury bedrooms, 2 luxury 1-bedroom studio suites, each with private deck. The Breakfast Room is also located in the building. The rim-flow swimming pool is located below the luxury rooms and Breakfast Room in lush, landscaped gardens. Between 20 and 30 steps link the main guest house buildings.

The self-catering timber chalets are located higher up on the slopes and are styled in a comfortable, yet contemporary manner. Spacious open-plan living areas have been cleverly geared towards catering for any season. Between 10, 130 and 150 steps are required to reach the various chalets.

Luxury Rooms

The 4 Afro-contemporary-styled rooms are situated in the main guest house building and face the sea and the village of Wilderness. Each room has its own private entrance.

3 Of the rooms have modern bathrooms with a massage shower and a massage bath, the 4th room’s bathroom has a modern regular shower and modern slipper bath. Order one of our Cheese & Wine platters to enjoy on the small wooden deck while watching the beautiful sunset!

Luxury Studio Suite No. 1

This Afro-contemporary-styled private suite is situated in the main guest house building and faces the sea and the village of Wilderness. It has its own private entrance, a large bedroom and lounge area and the small equipped kitchenette allows for minor catering. The modern bathroom has a massage shower and a regular slipper bath. The wooden deck has a gas BBQ grill that allows for late afternoon sundowners and snacks – order one of our Cheese & Wine platters or our Barbeque Pack to enjoy while watching the beautiful sunset!

Luxury Studio Suite No. 2

This Afro-contemporary-styled private studio suite no. 2 is situated in the main guest house building, above the Breakfast Room and faces the sea and the village of Wilderness. Ideal for 2 adults with 1 or 2 small children. It has its own private entrance, 1 en-suite bedroom, a separate lounge area and the equipped kitchenette allows for minor catering. The bathroom has a bath and shower-over-bath.

The large wooden deck allows for late afternoon sundowners and snacks – order one of our Cheese & Wine Platters to enjoy while watching the beautiful sunset!

You are most welcome to use the BBQ facility at the pool area – order one of our Barbeque Packs to enjoy while relaxing beside the swimming pool!

Simplex B&B or SC Chalets

These 2 timber chalets are situated high on the slopes, offering spectacular views of the village, lagoon and sea. The simplex chalets are very private and ideal for couples or honeymoon couples.

Each simplex chalet has 1 en-suite bedroom (with bath and shower), a large lounge, a fully-equipped kitchen with a dining area leading onto a large deck. The wooden deck has a gas BBQ grill that is ideal for late afternoon sundowners and snacks – order one of our Cheese & Wine Platters or our Barbeque Pack to enjoy while watching the beautiful sunset!

STEPS TO REACH THE CHALETS: If you or any person in your party have any difficulties climbing many steps, please note that due to the location and high elevation of the lodge and the chalets, there are 140 or 150 steps to climb up the winding boardwalk from the parking area to reach the two simplex chalets. A porter service is provided free of charge and the view is worth the climb!

Duplex B&B or SC Chalets

These 3 timber chalets are situated high on the slopes, offering spectacular views of the village, lagoon and sea. They are very private and ideal for families or honeymoon couples.

The 3 chalets have 3 levels: on the main level there are the 2 en suite bedrooms (each bathroom with a bath and a shower), a fully equipped kitchen with a dining area; 8 Steps down is a mezzanine level with a gas fireplace and on the 3rd lower level is the lounge leading onto a wooden deck with a table & chairs, 2 sun loungers and a gas BBQ that allows for late afternoon sundowners and snacks – order one of our Cheese & Wine Platters or our Barbeque Pack to enjoy while watching the beautiful sunset!

The Duplex chalets may be taken as a 1- or 2-bedroom chalet.

STEPS TO REACH THE CHALETS: If you or any person in your party have any difficulties climbing many steps, please note that due to the location and high elevation of the lodge and the chalets, there are between 8, 50 to 130 steps to climb up the winding boardwalk from the parking area to reach the chalets. A porter service is provided free of charge and the view is worth the climb!

Boardwalk Lodge is an ideal venue for intimate weddings, honeymoons, celebrations, small meetings and conferences, team building events, or other corporate functions.

It is only 15 minutes’ drive from George Airport, situated in the sleepy village of Wilderness, just off the N2 towards Knysna. Boardwalk Lodge offers peace and quiet to the weary city dweller – the ideal retreat to relax and wind down.

Our event coordinator will gladly provide you with the details of professional wedding or event coordinators and trade partners in the area who are equipped to assist you with all the planning of your proposed special occasion at the Boardwalk Lodge.

HONEYMOONS

The Boardwalk Lodge is one of the top honeymoon destinations on the Garden Route. With numerous activities on offer, as well as the exclusive Wellness treatments at your disposal, you can begin married life with first class service, fabulous cuisine and romantic touches all around. View our Upside Your Downtime offerings as well as our specially designed Honeymoon Packages.

INCENTIVES & TEAM BUILDING

Boardwalk Lodge is the perfect incentive destination and the ultimate venue for team-building events!

An abundance of activities in Wilderness and the Garden Route include dolphin and whale watching, world-glass golf facilities, fishing, hiking, sailing, abseiling, bungee jumping, kayaking and loads more! Various unique restaurants can cater for your every need while capturing the true spirit of the people of the Wilderness Village! A visit to Monkeyland, Raptors for Africa or the Knysna Elephant Park will also add an interesting touch to any getaway.

Team Building events will never be the same again once you have visited the Boardwalk Lodge.

The lodge can host up to 30 people in luxury bed and breakfast rooms or distinctive self-catering timber cabins (sleeper couches are available for 10 kiddies). The relaxed ambiance of the lodge and the exciting activities available will leave employees feeling motivated, relaxed, appreciated and ready for anything.

Our event coordinator will gladly provide you with the details of event coordinators and trade partners in the area who are equipped to assist you with all the planning of your proposed special occasion at the Boardwalk Lodge.

WEDDINGS

For the most romantic and memorable venue for a small wedding you simply cannot overlook the Boardwalk Lodge. Our professional and trade contacts are there to help organise the big day and make sure all goes without a hitch. In the splendour of one of our spacious luxury suites, the bride-to-be can dress in comfort before the ceremony, which can be conducted in the St Aidens Chapel, a mere two-minute walk from Boardwalk Lodge. You will be spoilt for photo opportunities to cherish the memories of your special day. Customised menus are easily arranged, as well as a choice of wines and floral decor throughout.

Our event coordinator will gladly provide you with the details of wedding coordinators and trade partners in the area who are equipped to assist you with all the planning of your proposed special occasion at the Boardwalk Lodge.

Breathless view of the ocean. Rooms and chalets are perfect and well equiped! Very quite neighborhood. A place to stay for a central situation on the Garden Road and see all the wonderfull things to discover. – stephanem909

Had a great stay and will be back. Great views of the bay, and very homely feel to the log cabins. Staff are friendly and very helpful Close to restaurants The kids loved it and we will be back for another visit. – 976mariust

We only stayed for one night before flying out early the following day, however if we had time we would have happily stayed for longer. Lovely views over the town and the ocean from the lodge and handily located for the Map of Africa viewpoint. – kevriddell

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