Kanon Private Nature Reserve

30/12/2024

Dreaming of a January Beach Getaway? 🌿✨
Fancy Glamping On The Beach At Kanon Private Nature Reserve? 🏕️🏖️

It's on the beach, it's glamping, it's self catering. Sleeping up to 6 adults, enjoy your own private glamping village at Kanon Private Nature Reserve, just 30 minutes drive south of Mossel Bay,

The ideal January escape to wind down after a busy Chritsmas. 🏕️🏖️ Whether you’re craving tranquil ocean views or an adventure-filled escape, we’ve got the perfect spot for you.

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27/12/2024

Looking for the perfect January getaway? Try Luxury Glamping on the beach! 🏕️

Kanon’s Khoekhoen Beach Camp offers the best of both worlds – the comfort of luxury and the beauty of nature. Wake up to ocean views, relax on peaceful beaches, and enjoy cozy evenings under the stars.

Located just half an hour from Mossel Bay along the Garden Route. Bookings are now open for January 2025! Don’t wait too long to grab your spot. Visit the link below to find out more, view photo's and to make your booking: 👉 https://zurl.co/iZBZb

25/12/2024

Merry Christmas to everyone who loves a holiday at the beach.

This festive season, why not plan your perfect January getaway at Kanon Private Nature Reserve? Relax, unwind, and enjoy the beauty of nature with us.

Gift yourself and book your stay now to start the new year with an unforgettable beach escape! Located just 30 minutes south of Mossel Bay, enjoy unspoilt beaches and nature right on your doorstep. Bring your mountain bike, a good book, and treat yourself to some well-deserved R&R downtime. 🌊✨

Visit www.kanonprivatenaturereserve.com to secure your spot.

21/12/2024

Plan Your Perfect Beach Wedding at Kanon Private Nature Reserve in 2025 💒

Imagine exchanging vows on a pristine beach, surrounded by your closest loved ones, with the soft sound of waves as your backdrop. For couples dreaming of an intimate, private beach wedding, the Western Cape offers the perfect setting to turn that dream into reality.

At Kanon Private Nature Reserve, we specialize in hosting smaller, private beach weddings that are as unique as your love story. Whether you're planning an intimate ceremony or an exclusive celebration, our breathtaking Luxury Glamping Village at the beach and dedicated team are here to make it unforgettable.

Located just south of Mossel Bay at Cape V***a, Kanon is the perfect wedding venue for those wishing to host a smaller wedding at the beach.

Ready to bring your vision to life? Make an enquiry today and let us help you create the wedding of your dreams.

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26/11/2024

Black Friday At Kanon Private Nature Reserve - 25% off for 25 Days

Book direct and score a 25% saving on your booking at Kanon valid form 27 Nov - 21 Dec 2024.

No catch! A minimum stay of 2 consecutive nights is required. Click the below link to use the voucher which will take you directly to the booking page to check availability and secure your booking immediately. 👇

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Subject to availability. Visit our website for more details below.
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24/11/2024

November Special! Get 15% off a 2 night stay booked at Periwinkle valid until 30 Nov 2024.

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24/11/2024

23/11/2024

Escape to Periwinkel: Your Tranquil Coastal Retreat 🌊

Looking for the perfect getaway to recharge your mind and soul? Periwinkel provides an adventure filled retreat surrounded by the beauty of South Africa’s untouched coastline.

What Periwinkel Offers:
🌊Modern Comfort: Elegantly designed interiors that blend seamlessly with the natural environment.
🌊Breathtaking Views: Wake up to panoramic ocean views and the tranquil sounds of crashing waves.
🌊Nature at Your Doorstep: Explore rock pools, enjoy the abundant bird life, or simply relax on the private stoep with a glass of wine and fresh oysters.
🌊Secluded Serenity: Escape the hustle and bustle in this private oasis, perfect for couples, families, or solo adventurers.

Why Choose Kanon Private Nature Reserve?
The reserve is a haven for nature lovers, offering diverse ecosystems, unique wildlife, and unparalleled tranquillity. Whether you’re seeking adventure or peaceful relaxation, Periwinkel is your gateway to it all.

Let Periwinkel be your home away from home, where the magic of nature meets modern luxury.

Visit https://www.kanonprivatenaturereserve.com/ to book your stay today!

14/11/2024

Summer At Last – Enjoy 15% Off - Book Our Summer Special

Get 15% off on a minimum 2 night stay. Valid for stays from 12 Nov 2024 until 30 Nov 2024.

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14/11/2024

This translucent blob was once a jellyfish. Unfortunately, jellyfish are not strong swimmers and are often washed ashore by currents and wind.

It's impossible to tell if this jellyfish was fully intact when it washed up or if it had already been partially consumed in the water. Despite being venomous, jellyfish have numerous natural predators, both in the sea and on the shore, including triggerfish, tuna, sharks, sea turtles, whales, penguins, crabs seabirds and even other jellyfish.

This particular jellyfish's venomous bits have already been devoured by plough snails or picked apart by birds.

12/11/2024

There is some more egg laying in progress at Kanon today.

This little female is laying her egg in the sand, right where the beach meets the grass. Unfortunately, this egg will likely get washed away during the next "king" tide.

30/10/2024

Have you ever found these peculiar shells on your beach walks?

They belong to a type of mollusc called a chiton (pronounced kai-ton). While other molluscs, like mussels and snails, have evolved to have one or two shell plates, chitons have retained a more primitive form, with eight individual shell plates along their backs. When threatened, chitons flex their shell plates and curl into a semicircle for protection, which is often the shape you find them in on the beach.

To give you an idea of how ancient chitons are, they’re related to another well-known mollusc, the octopus, which has evolved to have no shell at all. Did you know that all molluscs are related through a common ancestor?

Chitons have few predators, as their armoured bodies are nearly impossible to attack. They spend their time attached to rocks, feeding on algae, barnacles, and bacteria by scraping the rock with their radula (a tongue-like structure covered in tiny teeth).

Chitons are nocturnal, and while they don’t have eyes, they can still sense night and day by detecting changes in light through cells in their shell plates.

To learn more about South Africa’s diverse marine life, we encourage you to visit with Professor of Marine Biology Charles Griffiths and his son Matt.

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25/10/2024

Did you know that we have a resident porcupine at Kanon Private Nature Reserve?

We hardly ever see him or her as porcupines are nocturnal, but we sometimes find quills on the ground and bite-sized chunks of lettuce or spinach missing from our veggie patches.

Porcupines have around 30,000 quills on their backs, which usually lie flat. When threatened, they raise their quills up, stamp their feet and charge their attacker. A large, spikey mass running at you full speed ahead can be rather terrifying, so we recommend keeping your distance if you do see one.

As you can imagine, being covered in spikes means that porcupines often stick themselves, so their quills are covered in a greasy antibiotic substance to avoid infection.
Porcupines are often preyed on by wild cats, but their predator’s success rate is extremely low as the porcupine’s prickly defence mechanism means that they are not easy to attack.

They thrive in almost any temperature, making them adaptable to almost any habitat, and they play an important role in our ecosystem, with their foraging aiding in the growth of young plants. While their digging can sometimes lead to the death of small trees, it also creates space for herbaceous plants to grow.

Although they’re incredibly cute and amusing to watch, it’s best to give them space and let them go about their business.

24/10/2024

Kanon farm road traffic 🐄

17/10/2024

Did you know that oystercatchers hardly ever eat oysters?

Contrary to their name, they prefer mussels, periwinkles, worms, and crustaceans. They also don’t "catch" their food but instead forage along the sand and rocks, prying open shells they find with their flattened bills.

Oystercatchers only migrate short distances, if at all, making them permanent residents of their breeding areas. We are fortunate to have many breeding pairs at Kanon Private Nature Reserve.

As they are highly susceptible to human development, oystercatchers serve as indicators of a healthy coastline. They play a pivotal role in controlling the population of invasive Mediterranean mussels, thus helping to increase the native mussel population along our coastline.

We love seeing them all along our beach and hearing them fly to roost in the evenings. Kanon wouldn’t be the same without these beautiful birds.

11/10/2024

In nature, the more beautiful an animal, the more dangerous it tends to be. This is certainly true for the puff adder. Also called the "moving log," its short, muscular body is covered in intricate chevron markings, with a distinguishable line between its eyes on the top of its head.

Now that we are coming out of winter, our local puff adders are becoming more active. Although they are usually active at night, we are seeing more of them on the move during the day, likely searching for water.

They are truly beautiful to look at, but they are also highly venomous. Please keep your distance if you encounter one.

10/10/2024

Escape to Kanon Private Nature Reserve next to Mossel Bay for the ultimate Garden Route getaway! 🌿

Nestled at Cape Vaca, Kanon Private Nature reserve offers a range of self catering accommodation, including, Shell Catcher, Periwinkle, Nguni View or enjoy the luxury of our beachfront Glamping camp at Khoekhoen Beach Lodge.

Perfect for nature lovers, families, or couples seeking tranquillity, this hidden gem combines stunning coastal views with wildlife adventures.

Explore the pristine beaches or enjoy a guided nature walk right in the reserve. Whether you’re looking for a peaceful retreat or a fun-filled holiday, Kanon has you covered.

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Book your stay now and experience Mossel Bay’s near by best-kept secret! 🏞️🏡
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