The Fernery (lodge, chalets & restaurant):
T: +27 (0) 42 280 3588
F: +27 (0) 41 394 5114
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Forest Ferns (fern exports):
T: +27 (0) 42 280 3876
F: +27 (0) 42 280 3823
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Forest Ferns Nursery (plant nursery)
T: +27 (0) 42 280 3876
F: +27 (0) 42 280 3823
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Postal Address:
PO Box 15, Storms River, 6308. South Africa.
Physical Address:
Forest Ferns Estate, Bluelilliesbush, Tsitsikamma, South Africa.
Directions
The Fernery is situated on the Garden Route, in the Tsitsikamma, mid-way between Plettenberg Bay & Jeffreys Bay and approximately 160km from both the Port Elizabeth & George airports.
- (a) When travelling west on the N2 from Port Elizabeth & Jeffreys Bay, continue for 4km after passing Tsitsikamma Falls Adventures and crossing the Kruis River Bridge, and turn left onto the Blueliliesbush & Nompumelelo road.
- (b) When travelling east on the N2 from George & Plettenberg Bay, continue for 4km after crossing the Storms River Bridge and turn right onto the Blueliliesbush & Nompumelelo road.
- Continue south on the Blueliliesbush road for 2km, passing Nompumelelo Village on the right, to a T-junction.
Turn right at the T-junction & then left after 50 metres & then right again after a further 50 meters; as per The Fernery and Forest Ferns signs. From here it is 6km on a well sign-posted gravel road to The Fernery Lodge & Chalets.
Please note: This road is an MTO forestry road and we are dependent on their maintenance teams for its upkeep. Please drive carefully.
Once you reach the Forest Ferns Estate, please follow the reception signs to the parking area. Do not be misled by the industrial appearance of what is a working foliage export company, directly opposite the Fernery... beyond the entrance you will find luxurious accommodation, fine dining & pure relaxation. Welcome to the magical, mystical Fernery!




The Fernery Lodge:
The Chalets
The Fernery at Forest Ferns is a unique tourist attraction that has developed around the fascinating industry of fern exports to the European flower markets. Revel in the magnificent display of indigenous ferns and running water, and enjoy a farm style breakfast, a scrumptious home made muffin, or a delicious fresh light lunch in this beautifully tranquil setting. Our excellent 4 course menu d’hôte dinner is often served in the cosy Otters Holt Restaurant with its open fireplace and Khoisan theme.







