



There are 86 luxurious rooms and suites of different types. The smallest are really quite small, but the sky-blue walls and pretty finishing touches make up for their size. Other rooms are much larger, and the family rooms are fantastic. All rooms have views either of the lapping waves or the hotel’s gardens, and treats include fresh fruit, macaroons and flowers on arrivals and a daily replenishment of magazines and books. Bathrooms are mostly marble, enormous and have fabulous rain showers and tubs.
The Oyster Box is owned by Red Carnation Hotel Collection, which is committed to achieving net zero GHG (Green House Gas) emissions by 2050 through decarbonization. They won the Best Sustainable Business at the Catey Awards 2023. Their sustainability efforts focus on climate, food waste, experiences, diversity and wildlife, promoting responsible practices and ensuring a positive impact on communities and the environment.
The Oyster Box can be booked with Timbuktu as part of a tailor-made South Africa trip, rather than as a standalone room reservation. Start online, customising one of our recommended South Africa trips featuring The Oyster Box or get advice and suggestions from one of our South Africa specialists who will design the trip around your dates, check availability and handle every booking for you.
Stays at The Oyster Box start from around $390, or US$390, per person per night as part of a tailor-made trip. The exact price depends on your travel dates, room type and the shape of the rest of your itinerary. A Timbuktu travel specialist can give you an accurate quote for your dates.

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