Storms River Forest Lodge

Where the forest breathes and the river sings

Where Ancient Forests Meet Warm Hospitality

Graded 3-Star Accommodation

3-star graded accommodation Green tourism certification Eco-friendly certification

Some places you visit. Others you feel. Storms River Forest Lodge is the second kind — a family-run guesthouse tucked into the heart of the Tsitsikamma, where centuries-old yellowwood and stinkwood trees form a cathedral of green above you. Tsitsikamma means "place of abundant water," and you'll understand why the moment the morning mist rolls through the canopy.

We're not a hotel chain. We're Michelle, Matthew and the team, and we've been making memories for travellers from all over the world. Whether you pitch up in one of our safari tents under a sky full of stars, settle into a cosy ensuite lodge room, grab a dorm bed with fellow adventurers, or take over our private guesthouse with the whole family — there's a corner of this forest with your name on it.

And then there's the adventure. The world's highest bungee. Treetop canopy tours. Kayaking into ancient river gorges. Black water tubing through the dark heart of the forest. Over a hundred experiences across the Garden Route, all bookable from your pillow. This isn't just a place to sleep — it's where your best stories start.

Sleep Among the Trees

Every room carries the name of a creature or tree that calls this forest home. Pick the one that speaks to you.

Forest Buzzard garden room with sage green walls and protea artwork

Forest Buzzard

Garden Room

Named after the majestic raptor that soars above these trees. A cosy garden room with ensuite bathroom, where you wake to birdsong and the scent of damp earth.

  • Single Rate R765
  • Per Person Sharing R589.50
  • Sleeps 2 guests
Hard Pear double ensuite room with rustic wooden headboard and protea cushions

Hard Pear

Double Ensuite

Named after one of the Tsitsikamma's toughest indigenous trees. A double ensuite for two — solid, warm, and perfectly placed for a quiet forest escape.

  • Single Rate R765
  • Per Person Sharing R589.50
  • Sleeps 2 guests
Kingfisher room with warm orange walls and king bed

Kingfisher

4 Sleeper King

A flash of blue along the river — that's how you'll spot the real one. This spacious king room sleeps four, so bring the family or your best mates and explore the Tsitsikamma together.

  • Single Rate R765
  • Per Person Sharing R589.50
  • Sleeps 4 guests
Evergreen dorm with bunk beds and forest views

Evergreen

Dorm Bed

For the young at heart and light of wallet. A clean, comfortable dorm bed in the forest — because the best stories don't need five stars, just the right people.

  • Rate per Person R280
  • Sleeps 1 guest
Honey Badger room with rustic wood headboard and warm decor

Honey Badger

Shared Bath

Fearless, resourceful, and impossible not to love — just like the creature it's named after. A charming room with shared facilities and all the character you need.

  • Single Rate R612
  • Per Person Sharing R414
  • Sleeps 2 guests
Wild Pomegranate room with king bed and warm forest views

Wild Pomegranate

4 Sleeper King

Named after the indigenous tree that grows bold and bright in the forest. A spacious room with king bed and extra sleeper — perfect for families or friends who like a little breathing room.

  • Single Rate R765
  • Per Person Sharing R589.50
  • Sleeps 4 guests
Safari tents nestled under indigenous trees at Storms River

Tent Campsite

Twin Setup

Fall asleep to the sounds of the forest in a fully equipped safari tent. Twin beds, shared ablutions, and a sky full of stars — camping made easy.

  • Single Rate R405
  • Per Person Sharing R315
  • Sleeps 2 guests
Tented camping area on the lodge grounds

Tent Campsite

Queen Setup

Same forest magic, but with a queen bed for two. The kind of camping where you wake up holding hands instead of searching for a torch.

  • Single Rate R405
  • Per Person Sharing R315
  • Sleeps 2 guests

Your Next Story Starts Here

Over 100 adventures across the Garden Route — from the world's highest bungee on your doorstep to shark cage diving, elephant encounters, and championship golf. Book any of them through us and we'll sort the rest.

Showing all 108 activities

Gansbaai ~5 hours

Hookah Shark + Whale Combo

White Shark Diving Co
R5,252 pp Book via Stormy

Shark + Big 5 Sea Safari Combo

White Shark Diving Co
R4,056 pp Book via Stormy

Shark + Whale Watching Combo

White Shark Diving Co
R4,680 pp Book via Stormy

Golf Various locations

Pezula Championship Course

Ronald Fream Design
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Simola Golf & Country Estate

Jack Nicklaus Design
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Golf: Championship Experience (7N/6R)

Garden Route Golf Tours
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Golf: Garden Route Discovery (5N/4R)

Garden Route Golf Tours
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Golf: Legends Tour (7N/5R)

Garden Route Golf Tours
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Golf: Quick Escape (3N/3R)

Garden Route Golf Tours
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Golf: The Ultimate Garden Route (10N/8R)

Garden Route Golf Tours
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Knysna ~1 hour

Oudtshoorn ~2.5 hours

Plettenberg Bay ~45 min

Addo ~1.5 hours

2 Day Private Luxury Addo Elephant Package

Addo Safari Tours
R10,920 pp Book via Stormy

Full-Day Addo Elephant Park (Open 4x4 Vehicle)

Addo Safari Tours
R3,068 pp Book via Stormy

Full-Day Addo Park & Giraffe Walk

Addo Safari Tours
R3,068 pp Book via Stormy

Full-Day Addo Park & Giraffe Walk (Open 4x4)

Addo Safari Tours
R3,276 pp Book via Stormy

Full-Day Addo Park & Schotia Game Reserve

Addo Safari Tours
R4,160 pp Book via Stormy

Full-Day Schotia Game Reserve & Giraffe Walk

Addo Safari Tours
R3,536 pp Book via Stormy

Half-Day Addo Elephant Park (Open 4x4 Vehicle)

Addo Safari Tours
R2,132 pp Book via Stormy

Half-Day Schotia Game Reserve (Open 4x4 Vehicle)

Addo Safari Tours
R2,392 pp Book via Stormy

Private Full-Day Addo Elephant Park (Open 4x4)

Addo Safari Tours
R3,640 pp Book via Stormy

Private Full-Day Addo Park & Giraffe Walk

Addo Safari Tours
R3,640 pp Book via Stormy

Private Full-Day Addo Park & Schotia Reserve

Addo Safari Tours
R4,784 pp Book via Stormy

Private Half-Day Addo Elephant Park

Addo Safari Tours
R2,652 pp Book via Stormy

Private Half-Day Addo Elephant Park (Open 4x4)

Addo Safari Tours
R2,756 pp Book via Stormy

Private Half-Day Schotia Game Reserve (Open 4x4)

Addo Safari Tours
R3,016 pp Book via Stormy

Schotia Tooth & Claw (Open 4x4 Vehicle)

Addo Safari Tours
R3,068 pp Book via Stormy

Storms River On the doorstep

Adventure activities in Storms River and Tsitsikamma

Extended Kayak & Lilo Adventure

Untouched Adventures
R1,560 pp Book via Stormy

Goesa Trail 2km Guided Hike

Stormsriver Adventures
R281 pp Book via Stormy

Guided Hike Green Route (5.09km)

Stormsriver Adventures
R333 pp Book via Stormy

Guided Hike Red Route (7.78km)

Stormsriver Adventures
R406 pp Book via Stormy

Red Route Canyon Tubing (6hr)

Blackwater Tubing
R2,038 pp Book via Stormy

Tsitsikamma Township Tour

Tsitsikamma Community Tour
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Sardine Run 7-Night Package

Offshore Adventures
R42,120 pp Book via Stormy

Wilderness ~2 hours

Double Canoe Touw River (Half Day)

Eden Adventures
R624 pp Book via Stormy

Single Canoe Touw River (Half Day)

Eden Adventures
R416 pp Book via Stormy

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Address

54 Formosa Street
Storms River Village
Tsitsikamma, Eastern Cape
South Africa

Phone & WhatsApp

072 432 2178

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