Ruby Skies Lodge

Perched on the edge of the Kloof Gorge is Ruby Skies Lodge with its breath-taking views down the cliffs into the gorge. This intense landscape is accentuated by a waterfall, which, in the rainy months can be heard thundering into the depths. To the east is a panoramic view over the dense indigenous bush of the Krantzkloof Nature Reserve and the gorge, to the sea sparkling in the distance. For bird lovers, this is a top destination. Martial Eagles nest opposite the lodge, and these magnificent raptors are frequently seen soaring on thermals and interacting with each other. Every couple of years, there is the added treat of seeing their young take to the skies. Other avian residents of this spectacular gorge are Purple-crested turaco, Trumpeter and Crowned hornbill, Paradise flycatcher, Red-chested cuckoo, Violet woodhoopoe, Yellowbilled kite, Black-headed oriole, various sunbirds – the list goes on.