Location

The MIZPAH Environmental Education- and Conference Centre is situated in the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, ±8 km from the N2 highway near Grabouw. The road leading to the Centre is tarred except for the last 2.5 km. The camp lies on the bank of the Kogelberg Dam, surrounded by mountains and beautiful indigenous “Fynbos” vegetation. The nearby Palmiet Hydroelectric Power Station is a popular visiting point for groups staying at MIZPAH.

GPS co-ordinates: 34 09’54.8”S 18 58’59.8”E 
(This will take you to the Eskom Visitors Centre, Mizpah is located further down the main road – just follow the signs.)

Environmental Education / Outdoor Education

The dam and the nearby mountain stream offer not only a beautiful view but is also ideal for the studying of water ecology, geographical phenomena and man’s dependence on nature. Opportunities to get to know the fauna and flora of the reserve are abundant. 

The variety of “Fynbos” around the camp makes it easy to get an idea of the vast diversity of plants in the reserve. The hiking trails and various footpaths offer even more to enjoy for the more energetic persons

Advantages of a visit to Mizpah 

• The centre is not a holiday resort where the public have unrestricted access to the terrain; an island situation can be created.
• One of the most important advantages is the fact that MIZPAH is centrally situated (Cape Town is only 70 km. from the centre, Stellenbosch 50 km., Worcester 100 km., Swellendam 140 km.), but remote enough to have quietness and peace.
• Good, clean facilities and services are available at affordable tariffs. To assist you we are willing to negotiate tariffs, within certain limits.
• The environment is peaceful and the fauna and flora is unique.

Summary

We have the facilities, the equipment and the knowledge to assist you. To get more information, to organise an appointment or to visit us is as easy as to phone us. We would like to make your task easier.

Finances

The cost of a visit to MIZPAH is perhaps one of the more important factors when deciding on a visit or not. Rates are determined depending on the needs of the group. For more detail refer to Our Rates