ONVERWACHT FLORA ACCOMMODATION is situated high in the Riviersonderend Mountains halfway between the twin villages of McGregor and Greyton.
ONVERWACHT offers breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and valleys. a 2h Drive from Cape Town via Worcester via Robertson and McGregor brings you to what is often described as 'The road to Nowhere'.
This nature lovers paradise is situated at the start of the famous BOESMANSKLOOF HIKING TRAIL and those who wish to do so can hike the 16km to Greyton or otherwise you can take our own private hiking trails at ONVERWACHT with mountainstreams,waterfalls and natural rockpools. You do not need a permit to hike on ONVERWACHT.

The towns of Greyton, McGregor, Ashton, Bonnievale, Robertson etc. are visible from the bungalows. The lights of the visible towns are a spectacular picture at night. The sunrise in the east is a breathtaking must for all the early birds!!! The sunset in the west has the prettiest colours you can imagine!!

All the bungalows are named after famous fynbos species - the pride of Onverwacht:
•Blushing Bride (Stone cottage): Sleeps two guests in a double bed;
•Speldekussing (Annex): Sleeps two guests;
•Compacta (Annex): Sleeps eight guests;
•Erica (Mountain cottage): Sleeps eight guests;
•Sewejaartjie (Mountain cottage): Sleeps eight guests;
•Repens (Mountain cottage): Sleeps eight guests;
•Exemia (Mountain cottage): Sleeps eight guests.
Onverwacht can accommodate 38 guests in total.

Facilities/Services:
•All units are self-catering;
•They all have an indoor shower and toilet;
•All units are fully equipped with crockery, cutlery and cookware;
•There is no electricty, but a generator can be arranged for groups;
•All units have a two plate gas stove and gas geysers;
•Oil lamps and candles are provided;
•Guests must please bring their own bedlinen and towels (linen and towels may be provided on request at an extra cost);
•All units have their own private braai (barbeque) facilities; and Fireplaces inside units.
Tarriffs:

•R100 per person/night;
•Children under 12: R50.00 per person/night;
•The tarriff for larger groups are negotiable.
Firewood is available, but must please be ordered upon arrival.
Bedding is available at R50.00 for a double and R30.00 per person for
a single bed. Meals may be ordered on request - please arrange this
with the hostess upon arrival. Groceries for hikers can be purchased
by the hostess upon arrival. The cost is 15% of the total value of
the groceries purchased. Please arrange this upon arrival.

Things to do:
•Mountain biking: Bikers can challenge themselves on these roads with a variety of options to choose from;
•Private hiking trails: There are many trails, such as the Heide trail, waiting to be discovered. Please take the time to make use of them;
•Refreshing water pools: The amazing 'Bobbejaankop' waterhole is situated only 1km from the bungalows;
•Picnics: Picnics at the pools are very popular - one can easily spend the whole day just relaxing;
•Viewpoints: There are simply too many to mention!!!
•Birdlife: Onverwacht boasts some spectacular birdlife - these include suikerbekkies, eagles, crows, sunbirds and owls;
•Animals: These include klipspringer, grysbok and duikers. (Please do not frighten or chase the animals as some are very tame);
•Fynbos: Fynbos species at Onverwacht include erica, speldekussing, leucodendron, repens and compacta. The fynbos changes with the seasons - this is the pride of Onverwacht!!!
•Waterkloof 4X4 Trail Route and Hiking Trail: This is perfect spot to enjoy a picnic, fishing or swimming in the river pools. The route starts approximately 2km on the main road below the bungalows and travels towards the valley/kloof approximately 2km downwards. Your
hosts will be more than happy to show guests a few private 4X4 trails. Some of these are quite challenging.

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