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Albertinia | Gouritsmond | Melkhoutfontein

Stilbaai |Jongensfontein| Riversdale

Heidelberg | Slangrivier | Witsand

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Contents

INTRODUCTION

BIRDS OF A FEATHER 2

HISTORIC ROUTE 3

GEMS OF OUR HISTORY 4-5

ADVENTURE ROUTE 6

ART ROUTE 7

FOOD AND WINE 8-9

TRAILS AND ROUTES

4X4 ROUTE 10-12

HIKING TRAILS 13-15

NATURE ROUTE 16-17

TOWNS

ALBERTINIA 18-21

GOURITSMOND 22-23

MELKHOUTFONTEIN 24

JONGENSFONTEIN 25

STILBAAI 26-34

SLANGRIVIER 35

RIVERSDALE 36-41

HEIDELBERG 42-45

WITSAND 46-47

HESSEQUA EXPLORERS’ EXPERIENCE 48

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BIRDS OF A FEATHER

SLANGRIVIER AND WITSAND

Not far from Grootvadersbosch you’ll find the Jonique Johannes

Nature Park in Slangriver, where Louis Fielies will keep you amazed

with his extensive field ranging knowledge. Continue further along

to the coastal village of Witsand at the mouth of the Breede

River, which is the widest river estuary in South Africa. A total of

180 species have been recorded in SABAP2 with Fish Eagles,

Ospreys and Kingfishers.

HEIDELBERG

At Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve 160 bird species have been

recorded in exotic trees and moist mountain Fynbos. Special

birds include Red-necked Spurfowl, Narina Trogon, Blue-mantled

Crested-Flycatcher, Grey Cuckooshrike, Victorin’s Warbler,

Knysna Warbler, African Crowned Eagle, Knysna and Olive

Woodpecker, Forest and Brimstone Canary, Cape Siskin, five

sunbirds and the Cape Sugerbird, Forest Buzzard, African

Wood-Owl, Black Sparrowhawk, Lemon Dove, Yellow-throated

Woodland-Warbler, Martial Eagle (not in SABAP2), Terrestrial

Brownbul, Denham’s Bustard, Greater and Lesser Honeyguide,

Brown-backed Honeybird (not in SABAP2). Regionally rare birds

which have been recorded in recent years include European

Roller, Little Sparrowhawk and African Cuckoo Hawk.

STILBAAI

Hiking trail from the tourism office and Palinggat towards the

estuary. You will find Cape Sugarbirds, Karoo Prinia, Greater and

Southern Double-Collared Sunbirds in the open areas at the

beginning of the trail and the usual Bishops, Sparrows,

Weavers and African Paradise Flycatchers. Compare the resident

African Dusky Flycatchers with the visiting Spotted Flycatcher. As

is to be expected in this type of habitat also Bar-Throated Apalis,

Cape Batis, Cape Bulbul, Sombre Greenbul, Cape Robin-Chat

and Cape White-Eyes. The open verges along the water’s edge

produced different species such as Bokmakierie, Brimstone,

White-Throated and Yellow Canaries, Fiscal Flycatcher, Crowned

and Blacksmith Lapwing, Fiscal Shrike, Grey-Headed Sparrow and

Common Waxbill, plus guess who: Pintailed Whydah. Grey Plover,

Common, Curlew and Marsh Sandpipers, Ruddy Turnstone and

Common Whimbrel. Resident species included White

Breasted Cormorants, Little Egret, Kittlitz’s and White-Fronted

Plovers, African Spoonbill and Black-Winged Stilt. Kelp Gulls,

African Black Oystercatchers and many Swift Terns.

HISTORIC ROUTE

Heidelberg and its surroundings have a rich heritage of old

buildings and many of them have been preserved. The old

houses were built with raw clay bricks. The houses have high

ceilings, attics for storage and to keep the houses cool.

Traditionally, the windows were small for the same reason.

A historic walk through our town gives visitors, interested in history

and architecture, an experience to remember.

1: The Route starts in Van Riebeeck Street 35a at the Old

Congregational Church. The church was built by a German

family after the congregation in Suurbraak decided that

Heidelberg needed its own church. The church was

inaugurated on 11 May 1859.

2: Roxton House (Van Riebeeck Street 35) was built in the original

Victorian style and has been beautifully restored.This house is

the old rectory of the Congregational Church.

3: The Heidelberg town hall was inaugurated in 1913.

4: The stone post office building dates back to 1936. The building

is frequently photographed by tourists because of the similar

post office in Heidelberg, Germany.

5: The Heidelberg Hotel is a well-known landmark in Heidelberg.

The date on the building is 1932, the year the hotel was re

stored in art deco style.

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GEMS OF OUR HISTORY

A blast from the past and a sense of absolute belonging comes

over you when you visit the gems of history in the Hessequa

region. Without a past there is no future and the heritage of

Hessequa tells a story to visitors of where they come from and it

lets them experience their own heritage. This shared history shows

us what we have in common and it unite us all.

This heritage embraces nature as well as man and it ranges from

the Cape Floral Region World Heritage Site with floristic hotspots in

various parts of Hessequa to the early human artifacts excavated

from the Blombos Cave near Stilbaai.

The region’s rich fauna and flora showcases its unique natural

beauty, which is still pretty much unknown to many outside of

the region, with mountain Fynbos, renosterveld and indigenous

forests. Early indigenous people lived here and they were proud

of this region. It is no wonder that the word Hessequa means

“people of the trees.”

Part of this heritage includes the coastal region of Stilbaai which

is home to the Blombos Cave and ancient fish traps and shell

middens along the coast from the Gourits River mouth to the

mouth of the Breede River. It also embraces the rock art sites

in the Langeberg mountains, the archaeological treasures of

the Blombos Cave, the many archaeological artefacts found

in the region, many other sites of archaeological and cultural

interest, as well as the unique limestone Fynbos of the area and

specifically in the Hessequa region.

THE BLOMBOS MUSEUM OF ARCHAELOGY

The Blombos Museum of Archaeology displays artifacts that has

bifacial points (Stilbaai points), bone tools, little freshwater shells

which were used as beads, a replica of the famous engraved

ochre and a replica of a 100 000-year-old paint workshop found

in the Cave.

Other displays include Early, Middle and Later Stone Age

artefacts, originating from the region. In addition, there is also

a section displaying examples of Bushman hunting and cultural

artefacts and a Khoekhoen clay pot.

The Blombos site is included in the newly formed route of the

Cradle of Human Culture which stretches from the West Coast to

the Mossel Bay region, including the Pinnacle Point Caves.

The only tamed eels in South Africa can be found at the

Palinggat Homestead in Stilbaai. These freshwater eels belong

to the Anquilla genus of the family Anquillidae. The eels in the

Palinggat Fountain have been living there for the past 125 years.

These eels move to a specific area in the ocean to mate and

spawn. The larvae are carried to the mainland of Africa by

ocean currents.

The only place in South Africa where tame eels are fed daily

The environment at the Palinggat Fountain seems to be ideal for

the eels. Nowhere else in the country are so many eels

concentrated in one secluded environment. They are pampered

and cherished by the staff of the tourism bureau and are handfed

daily on chicken livers. The feeding sessions are open for

viewing by the public.

JULIUS GORDON AFRICANA CENTRE

The internationally recognised Julius Gordon Africana Centre

(Versfeld House) in Riversdale was built in 1880. It houses the

largest collection of Thomas Bowler paintings in South Africa. Also

included in the permanent exhibition are works by Jan Volschenk

and Johannes Meintjes (both natives of Riversdale), Irma Stern,

Maggie Loubser, Gregoire Boonzaaier, Erich Mayer, Terence

McCaw, Ruth Prowse and Pieter Wenning.

Alongside the works of these famous South African artists you can

also experience Khoisan rock paintings and stone implements,

Africana furniture of the region and the history of Riversdale.

A region with a wealth of cultural heritage and a number of

historical landmarks ensure that visitors leave Hessequa with a

renewed sense of pride in the region’s heritage as well as in their

own history.

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ADVENTURE ROUTE

WITSAND

• Water Adventures - both sea and river activities; Witsand Whale

Hike; Deep Sea fishing; kayaking; kite boarding; water sport,

etc. Pili Pili Adventure Centre. Tel. +27(0)28 537 1783

www.pilipili.co.za

• Educational sandbank trips, river/sea fishing, spear fishing and

river cruises. Fish Witsand - Tel: +27(0)84 463 2779

fishwitsand@gmail.com

HEIDELBERG

• Mountain Biking - there is a cycle trail of 6km on the reserve to

enjoy with your own mountain bike and hiking trails, day walks

varying from 2km to 15km. Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve.

Tel: +27(0)28 722 2412 / www.gvbconservancy.co.za

RIVERSDALE

• Sleeping Beauty Mountain hiking trail - 14km from the old Toll

House to the crest of Sleeping Beauty and back. Enjoy rock

pool swimming.

• Oudebosch Guest Farm horse riding, canoeing on the dam,

mountain biking, quad biking, fresh water fishing and hiking.

Tel: +27(0)82 787 2000

JONGENSFONTEIN TO STILBAAI

• Scenic hike - 12km, easy to follow scenic hike to Stilbaai. You

are never more than 20 metres from the water’s edge. Enjoy

canoeing and kayaking in Stilbaai.

• Botterkloof Resort - accommodation, bass fishing, birding,

swimming and other family activities. Tel: +27(0)28 754 2388

• Blombos Cave - Part of the Provincial Culture Route - Artifacts

found displayed at Stilbaai Tourism Bureau.

Tel: +27(0)28 754 2602

• Stilbaai Ancient Fish Traps. Most of the fish traps are shaped in a

h a l f m o o n a n d v a r y i n s i z e . E a r l y c a v e d w e l l e r s n o t i c e d t h a t fi s h

got caught in the natural tidal pools as the tide receded.

ALBERTINIA/ GOURITSMOND

• Gourikwa Private Nature Reserve - Hiking trails, biking, horse

back riding and team-building activities.

Tel: +27(0)87 702 9126

ART ROUTE

WITSAND

• Driftwood creations at WJ Crafts, housed in the oldest wool

shed in the country. Enjoy their famous baked cheesecake and

roosterkoek at Koffie & Kletz. Tel: +27(0) 84 463 2779

HEIDELBERG

• Star Nation Art Gallery is a gold mine of arts and crafts that

create personal pieces. Tel: +27(0)82 378 4126

• Inspired - They manufacture beautiful solid wood furniture and

handmade decor items.

So, do stop in at Inspired to see our full range of locally

produced pieces and perhaps have a cuppa on our stoep.

Tel: +27(0) 76 972 0701

RIVERSDALE

• Cat’s Paw Pottery - Hand made pottery, decorated with a

variety of designs including cats, dogs, African wildlife and

floral designs. Customers can choose their own designs and

have items custom made to their specifications.

Tel: +27(0)28 713 3076

• Paddavlei Kunsgoete - Selling a variety of local arts and crafts,

from colourful hand-painted cushions made by the disabled

residents of Mosaïek, to hand-spun wool and Marilise’s

own eye-catching naïve acrylic on canvas works.

Tel: +27(0)74 034 0352

STILBAAI

• Louise Leather Designs, Leather Artisan and craft addict. Louise

designs and creates quality leather products ranging from belts,

bags, home decor, fashion accessories, baby shoes, curios to

corporate gifts and key rings. Tel: +27(0)82 369 6285

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FOOD AND WINE

WITSAND

• Sijnn Wineries - Tel: +27(0)21 880 1611

• Seafood dishes and light lunches. Breede River Lodge

Tel: +27(0)28 537 1631

• Barista coffee, roosterkoeke, home bakes, jams and bric n

bracs. Koffie ‘n Klets - Tel: +27(0)84 463 2779

HEIDELBERG

• Delish Restaurant - Offers you homemade goods such as

wood-fired artisanal bread and a variety of pies, jams and

sauces. There is always something new and interesting to try

and buy. Tel: +27(0)28 722 1850

RIVERSDALE

• Ikigai Coffee Bar - Artisan coffee en deli - Tel:+27(0)28 713 1260

• Ou Tronk - Experience traditional cuisine, home-bakes and

preserves in an old jail. Don’t forget to try the (inter) nationally

renowned carrot cake. Tel: +27(0)28 713 4300

• Jireh Dairies/Foods - Cheese tastings and platters.

Tel: +27(0)28 713 3474

• Barista Cafe @ Bali Trading - Smoothies, milkshakes, coffee and

cake to choose from.

• Baleia Wines - Produce the finest wine and olive products.

• Baleia Bistro - their bakery offers fresh products

daily - they also offer a healthy kids menu. +27(0)28 713 1214

FOOD AND WINE

STILBAAI

• Inverroche Gin Distillery -Taste the world’s only Fynbos gin and

other crafted spirits at this unique distillery.

Tel: +27(0)28 754 2442

• Kasselshoop - Four generations have perfected the rich and

creamy Jersey milk products. Cheese tasting, pickles and jams.

Tel: +27(0)28 754 2430

• Stilbaai Kelders - Largest selection of South African wines.

Tel: +27(0)28 754 1655

• Matchbox - Don’t miss out: treat yourself to a selection of cakes,

jams, rusks, cookies, fudge and extraordinary home-made

sweets. Tel: +27(0)28 754 1445

• Allegaartjie - delicious bakes and boutique clothing and

accessories. Tel: +27(0)28 754 3299

ALBERTINIA

• Aloe / Engen Motors. Must have traditional South African

roosterkoeke (griddle cakes) and biltong. Tel: +27(0)28 735 1123

• Albertinia Hotel - Famous for Sunday lunches. The food is

perhaps the hotel’s greatest claim to fame. Pub lunches and

shady tea garden offer a lighter alternative for travelers.

Tel: +27(0)28 735 1030

GOURITSMOND

• Fynbos Sands - Best healthy home cooked meals.

Tel: +27(0)82 889 6179

• Koffie Stories Coffee Shop - Not only for fresh cake and tea but

a variety of light meals to enjoy. Tel: +27(0)82 854 3105

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4X4 ROUTES

WITSAND

Ostrich Eco 4x4 Trail

The self drive Ostrich Eco 4x4 Trail is located near the popular

holiday town of Witsand. The route is 13km, difficulty grading of

one to three and it takes between three and five hours to

complete.

You will encounter a number of river crossings along the route

which can prove challenging, These are generally during very

wet winters. The pools left from these rains provide a fabulous

driving experience as you twist and turn through the kloofs.

A low range vehicle is required in some of the sections. Bring a

picnic lunch as there is an awesome spot under a giant Milkwood

tree where you can nibble on some treats.

This is a great trail for the whole family and is both a learning

and fun experience. This is a circular route and there are escape

routes at certain points along the route. Tel: +27 (0)82 687 7711

HEIDELBERG/RIVERSDALE: GYSMANSHOEK PASS

The Gysmanshoek Pass follows a historical ox wagon route dating

back to the mid 1700’s. This is an old gravel pass through a

natural cleft in the Langeberg Mountains between Heidelberg in

the south and the Little Karoo/ Ladismith area in the north. It is

driveable in a normal car in good weather, but after a good rain,

a 4x4 will be a better option.

Depending on the weather, things can get tricky on this pass.

Not too many people have travelled this delightfully scenic and

off the beaten track pass. It was originally named Hudson’s Pass

after the local magistrate. Take your time over this pass and stop

frequently to enjoy the proteas, ericas and other flowering Fynbos

species. See if you can find the ruins of the old English fort which

dates back to the Anglo Boer war.

The pass is 11,6km long and contains 51 bends, corners and

curves. The average gradient is a mild 1:36 but there are two very

steep sections close to the summit,where the gradient gets as

steep as 1:5 and FWD cars might well experience traction issues

here (especially if driving from south to north) - even in dry

weather.

GETTING THERE: FROM HEIDELBERG

From the south it is much quicker and simpler. From Heidelberg,

drive east along Van Riebeeck Street and just after crossing the

Duiwenhoksrivier, take the first turn left. This is a tarred road, which

becomes gravel later. Head north for 7km until you arrive at a fork

at GPS S34.032989 E20.957071. Keep right at the fork and drive for

15km to arrive at the southern start of Gysmanshoek Pass.

FROM RIVERSDALE (R323)

You will be approaching Gysmanshoek from the east. From

Riversdale drive on the tarred R323 north west for 3,2km. Take the

gravel road to the left at GPS S34.068246 E21.240291. Drive north

west for 25km to arrive at the southern start of Gysmanshoek Pass.

As altitude is gained the views become increasingly impressive to

the left as the farms and valleys look almost toy like in the

distance. Most of the bends are easy up until this point, but at the

4,3km mark, the road curves to the right through 160 degrees. The

radius of this bend is not very sharp and no reduction in speed

is necessary, but the condition of the track can become quite

rough here, so choose your driving lines with care. The presence

of lots of fist sized stones can cause traction issues for non 4WD

vehicles.

If you’re not in a 4x4, you will need to maintain some momentum

to get up this final part of the ascent, which lasts for 400m. The

summit point comes up quickly. The road is reasonably wide at

the summit and a two spoor track leads off to the right, where

you can park if you want to stop a while and enjoy the views or

take photos.

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STILBAAI TO JONGENSFONTEIN: 4X4 SAND ROUTE EDEN PARK

How to get to Eden Park 4×4: About nine kilometres from Stilbaai

(one kilometres before Jongensfontein) take the gravel road to

the right (away from the ocean and Jongensfontein’s first houses)

and follow the indicators for about two kilometres to Eden Park.

This route consists of a scenic loop that is not too difficult,

depending on the driver’s level of experience as well as the

vehicle’s capabilities. A‘speelgat’ where various climbs out of

the sandy ‘bowl’ not only test the skills of the drivers and the 4×4

performance of the vehicles, but it is also great fun. All you need

is a 4×4 vehicle with hi and low Range.

Remember to deflate the vehicle’s tyres to about 1Bar (or even

less). There is a pump so that you can inflate the tyres again

before leaving the farm.

Follow the route by following the arrows. Keep an eye open for

tortoises, buck and other animals – we saw a few very interesting

tracks… like always when doing 4×4: ‘Tread Lightly’.

Buy the permit in the ‘self-help’ office and start the fun.

The Eden Park 4×4 Sand Route is an enjoyable experience for the

whole family. Tel: +27(0)72 155 4257

ALBERTINIA: CANCA FYNBOS 4X4 ROUTE (R325)

Canca Fynbos route is 17km long, with a route grading two to

three. It takes about two to three hours to drive, picnic spot along

the route. Tel: +27(0)28 745 333 or +27(0)79 883 0666

HIKING TRAILS

WITSAND

Hiking. Choose from different hiking routes, ranging from 12km

to 22km. Walk through grain lands, sheep paddocks and

ostrich breeding camps – then continue along the cliffs of the

Slang River and enjoy the spectacular views.

* Breede River Mouth Walk meanders along the sandspit on

the river’s eastern bank. At low tide the walk follows the river’s

edge and the sea, but at high tide the route is across soft

sand and dunes.

* Moodies Well Walk follows the sandy eastern sweep of San

Sebastian Bay for 4km to a well dug by a Scotsman in the

19th century to store water on camping and fishing trips. The

walk should be done at low tide.

* Whale Walk: Join the team from PiliPili Adventure Centre

for a unique whale hike experience that only annually from

June to November to accommodate the whale season. Lisa

will take you on a stand up paddle tour across the mouth of

the famous Breede River where you’ll leave your boards and

hike a short 5km to the lookout point at Infanta. Incredible

land-based viewing with Southern Right Whales right below

you. They come into the bay annually to feed and calve!

Experience first hand why Witsand is known as the Whale

Nursery of South Africa. The Fynbos you will encounter on

your hike is also worth mentioning. It is incredibly spectacular

during the months of August and September. The trip takes

about four hours with refreshments provided as well as a light

brunch upon return. For those who prefer to be taken across

by boat this can also be arranged.

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GOURITSMOND

The Town Gouritsmond is surrounded by Nature Reserves

Conservancies, the only part that is not reserve is coastal.

There are four hiking trails to choose from the 1.6km , 3km ,

5km and 8km. The area is known for their indigenous Fauna &

Flora, which consist of 14 rare / endangered species of plants

and that’s not all, if you are lucky enough you might even

spot endangered butterflies.

RIVERSDALE

Crystal Valley Hiking Trail: This trail is 20,9km long and starts in

the Garcia Pass in the Crystal Valley.

Sleeping Beauty Trail: The trail leads over a distance of 13km

from the Toll House to the top of Sleeping Beauty and back.

STILBAAI

West River Bank Hiking Trail: The trail starts either from the

information centre, the harbour or the jetty and is fairly level.

Approximately 2km each way.

Skulpiesbaai Nature Reserve: It criss crosses the entire nature

reserve and can be started from the whale watching point

near the harbour as well as the parking areas at Morris Point

and at the parking area near the fish traps. Between 2km and

6km.

Southern Right Trail: This is a coastal trail between Stilbaai and

Jongensfontein, starting from Morris Point and ending at the

caravan park in Jongensfontein. Care must be taken to walk

this trail at low tide as it can become dangerous with higher

tides. Approximately 11km.

Pauline Bohnen Nature Reserve: This is a large reserve and has

several trails of various lengths, anything from one hour to the

whole day. There are beehives in the reserve and care must

be taken to avoid annoying the bees.

Geelkrans Nature Reserve: Self issue permits are available at

the gate. The trail goes in a loop towards the east and returns

via the coast. Approximately three hours.

Klipfontein Nature Reserve: This is a private reserve and is

situated about 20km up the Goukou River. Contact Dr Janet

Naude at 072 448 0804.

Noorkapper Walk: From Morris Point to Jongensfontein

(11km).

Strandloper Walk: Circle route from community hall (8km).

Fish traps and Fynbos Route: The natural surroundings of this

route also feature a pristine floral kingdom with many unique

species of Fynbos. The intricately hand built fish traps give a

fascinating view of its simple ingenuity.

Palingkloof Walk: From Palinggat-opstal to Lapskuit kiosk and

further.

Tuin-op-die-Brak: A unique Fynbos park featuring the

calcareous limestone Fynbos specific to this particular region.

It’s also a brail-trail.

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NATURE ROUTES

The Explorer’s Garden Route truly boasts a magnificent array of

nature reserves. Most of them will astonish birders with the variety

of species as well as blow away the amateur and professional

photographers’ mind with the beauty that can be captured on

film. Nearly 50% of the nature reserves also offer whale watching,

cycling and hiking trails. Be sure to pack your picnic basket for a

fun day and expect your senses to be vowed big time.

The nature reserves are open daily from 08:00 to 18:00

Contact details: Shagon Carelse / Philip Hendricks

Tel: +27(0)28 713 8018

Fauna / Flora

Cape Nature monitors the indigenous Fynbos in the reserves.

The reserves are all open which make it possible for the game to

roam freely. No specific species

RULES:

• NO dogs

• NO weapons

• NO waste disposal

• NO motor cycles or quad bikes

• Open fires only on demarcated areas

• NO camping

• NO damage to plants and animals

• NO busses or heavy vehicles

• NO horse riding

• NO veld driving

WITSAND

Witsand Nature Reserve: birding, photography, hiking and whale

watching

HEIDELBERG

Heidelberg Nature Reserve: birding, hiking and photography

Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve hiking trails: Bushbuck trail and

·Grysboksirkel trail

RIVERSDALE

Werner Frehse Nature Reserve: hiking trails, braai facilities,

photography and cycling (allowed on the roads)

Aloeridge Nature Reserve: photography

JONGENSFONTEIN

Jongensfontein Nature Reserve: birding, photography, hiking,

cycling (on the roads) and whale watching

STILBAAI

Pauline Bohnen Nature Reserve: birding, picnic area, whale

watching, fishing, photography, hiking and cycling (allowed on

the roads)

A huge reserve with scenic and easy to moderate hiking trails

(4km – 8km). It is situated along the Goukou River estuary and

offers a wide variety of water sport as well as fishing. Watch

out for the beehives and take care not to annoy the bees. Best

to wear good walking shoes, a hat as well as sunblock and of

course your camera, water bottle and snacks.

Skulpiesbaai Nature Reserve: birding, photography, hiking and

whale watching

No serious hiker or nature lover should miss this route!

Conservation area that boasts fairly difficult, but wonderfully

scenic and rewarding hiking trails (3km – 6km) between the

harbour and ancient fish traps. Three different vantage points

to start your hike: at the fish traps, Morris Point and at the whale

watching area. The routes vary from one to three hours.

On the walks you will see the indigenous milkwood tree forests

as well as the odd grysbok, bushbuck, mongoose and otter as

well as various species of birds and stunning views of the Indian

ocean.

The various trails criss-cross the entire reserve following the

contours of the dunes. It is clearly marked with sign boards such

as Elephant Bush Trail (Olifantbospad) and Brown Hyena Trail

(Strandjutpad). Have no fear, though, there are no elephants, nor

hyenas around anymore!

One of the routes takes you along the beach and is about 1.5

km. A lovely wide stretch of sand with rocks and lots of shells.

This is the most significant stretch of indigenous afromontane

forest left in the south-western Cape, with nearly all of the

35 typical forest tree species, including red alder, ironwood,

stinkwood and yellowwood. Visitors to this beautiful reserve will

relish the

opportunity to get out into the forest on day walks and mountain

biking trails. This is an excellent birding destination with more than

196 bird species regularly spotted. Hikers are likely to bump into

bushbuck and spot baboons and smaller mammals when out on

the trails. Sighting the forest emperor butterfly and a subspecies of

the rare ghost frog would be the highlight of a visit here, as they

can only be found in this particular forest.

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Albertinia

Cape Aloe is indigenous to the area. This hardy African plant

has been used for many thouands of years to treat a

myriad ailments - from scratches and burns to sun protection

and purgative medication. Evidence of these healing

properties have been found in ancient Roman, Greek and

Egyptian archives. Another indigenous plant to the Albertinia

district is Thamnochortus insignis, commonly known as thatch.

Explorer’s Garden Route

+27 (0)28 713 8000

info@explorersgardenroute.co.za


Play Here

House of Aloes

Guided tours daily.

+27(0)28 735 145 |info@alcare.co.za | www.alcare.co.za

N2 Highway Albertinia

Aloe Ferox

+27(0)28 735 2504 | +27(0)28 735 8100 | info@af.co.za

www.af.co.za | N2 Highway Albertinia

Albertinia Golf Club

The famous Louis Oosthuizen can still be spotted around the club,

enjoying this scenic 9 hole course that gave him his start on the

world golfing arena.

+27(0)28 735 1654 | +27(0)84 491 0105 | karoolsvr@gmail.com

Golf Street Albertinia

Albertinia Museum

The Cultural Historical Museum portrays the history of the town

and environment by giving the visitor a deeper insight to the

earlier lives of the people.

+27(0)76 541 5811 | albertiniamuseum34@gmail.com

30 Stasie Street

Tuinplaas

Their designs are internationally lnown as well as in home

gardening in South Africa. They also broke the Genuis World

record of the biggest hand-knit jersey

+27(0)82 784 0043 | www.tuinplaas.business.site


Garden Route Game Lodge

Only three and a half hours scenic drive from Cape Town, this

malaria free, family owned and operated private game reserve

is home to an abundance of animal and bird life including the

Big Five. Sunset and sunrise game drives in an open vechile. Enjoy

sightings of lion, elephant, white rhino, buffalo and cheetah.

+27(0)28 735 1200 | info@grgamelodge.co.za

www.grgamelodge.co.za


The Whispering Tree

The “Whispering Tree” as it has been dubbed is, also one of the

ten thickest trees in SA. This makes it a must see and experience in

Albertinia. The Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF)

initiated a project to identify and protect trees worthy of special

protection throughout South Africa. Such projects have been

established in several countries, but this is the first of its kind in

Africa.

+27(0)83 228 2779 | +27(0)28 735 1016 | www.vrfguesthouse.com

4 George street Albertinia

19

Play Here

Bird Watching and Hiking

Grab your binoculars and camera before embarking on this

tantalizing trail as you are bound to get some great shots .

You may very well want to take a closer peek at birds and

animals in the distance.

+27(0)28 735 1200 | info@grgamelodge.co.za

www.grgamelodge.co.za

Jakkalsvlei Wynkelder

+27(02)8 735 2061 |info@jakkalsvlei.co.za

www.jakkalsvlei.co.za | Jakkalsvlei Farm on the edge of

Herbertsdale (35 minutes drive from Albertinia)

SleepHere

Self Catering

Garden Route Game Lodge

+27(0)28 735 1200 | www.grgamelodge.co.za

reservations@grgamelodge.co.za | N2, Albertinia

7 Mill Self Catering

+27(0)28 735 2495 | +27()082 566 0447

vachaubeve@telkomsa.net | 7 Mill Street, Albertinia

Aloe Ferox Guest Rest

082 577 0099 |bookings@guestrest.co.za |www.guestrest.co.za

028 735 2055 | 36 Station Road, Albertinia

Gourits River Guest Farm

+27(0)76 398 0892 | +27(0)28 735 2429

www.gouritsriverguestfarm.com | grguestfarm@gmail.com

Valsriviermond, Albertinia

Skilpadgat Guest Farm

+27(0)83 412 8552 |skilpadgat@gmail.com

Skilpadgat Farm Albertinia

Bed & Breakfast

Albertinia Dorpshuijs

+27(0)28 735 1410 | +27(0)82 213 5021

bookings@dorpshuijs.co.za | www.dorpshuijs.co.za

52 Main Road, Albertinia

64 on Main B&B

+27(0)82 875 0169 |+27(0)28 735 2943

johancampher@hotmail.com | 64 Main Road, Albertinia

Guineafowl B&B

+27(0)28 735 1186 | +27(0)72 273 7887 | hilton01@telkomsa.net

guineafowlbb.wordpress.com | 10 Marsh Street, Albertinia

Sleep Here

Zoutpan Struishuis

+27(0)82 926 6740 | +27(0)28 735 1922

N2 Highway Albertinia (10km away from Albertinia town centre)

Gelukshoop Guest Farm

+27(0)82 570 6250 | 5km outside Albertinia town centre

Hotel

Albertinia Hotel

+27(0)28 735 1030 | info@albertiniahotel.co.za

www.albertiniahotel.co.za | 61 Main Road, Albertinia

Eat Here

Die Pienk Stoep

+27(0)28 735 2885 |55 Main Street, Albertinia

Aloe Plaasvars - Deli

+27(0)28 735 1013 |aloeslaghuis@gmail.com

29 Station Street, Albertinia

Restuarant Shell Albertinia

+27(0)28 735 1316 | N2 & Station Street, Albertinia

Roosterkoekhoek

+27(0)28 735 1123 | +27(0)83 604 2108

aloemotors@telkomsa.net | 31 Station Road, Albertinia

Albertinia Plaaskombuis

+27(0)82 784 0043 | +27(0)82 927 4703 |martie89@gmail.com

1 Ou Tuin Road, Albertinia

Kraaines

+27(0)82 577 0099 | +27(0)28 735 2055 |bookings@guestrest.co.za

36 Station Road Albertinia

Albertinia Fish & Chips

+27(0)28 735 2250

2 Badenhorst Street, Albertinia

Skinki Kofi

+27(0)28 735 1188 |hadidaproperties@gmail.com

Station Street Albertinia

Albertinia Hotel

+27(0)28 735 1030 | info@albertiniahotel.co.za

www.albertiniahotel.co.za | 61 Main Road, Albertinia

Toerentyd Coffee Shop

+27(0)82 965 5843 | andremln@yahoo.com

31 Stasie Street Albertinia| 61 Main Road, Albertinia

21

Gouritsmond

Unpretentious and just far enough off the beaten track to retain

its pristine natural beauty, Gouritsmond is the perfect coastal

hideaway from the world. With the beach and river mouth

forming the focal point of the town, it’s a great spot to indulge

in all sorts of water based activities – fishing, boating, rubber

ducking, surfing and swimming all being popular pastimes

among holidaymakers and locals alike.


+27 (0)28 713 8000



Play Here

Gourikwa Reserve Hiking and 4x4 Trails

+27(0)87 702 9126 | info@gourikwa.co.za

15 Buffelshoek,Gouritsmond

Gouritsrivier Conservancy Trust - Fishing

+27(0)83 455 3291 | hendie.grobelaar@gmail.com

22 Steenbras Street, Gouritsmond

Oystercatcher Trail

janine@oyster-catcher.co.za | +27(0)83 662 2022

Sleep Here

Eco- Marine Lodge & Venue

+27(0)72 661 3860 | www.eco-marine.co.za

bookings@eco-marine.co.za

Kus Road, 7km outside Gouritsmond

Die Anker

66 Rivier Street, Gouritsmond

Gourits Self Catering

+27(0)76 703 33112 | gro100@vodamail.co.za

Laventel Bos

+27(0)82 456 9923 |boesmanzicht@gmail.com

Laventel Bos Farm Gouritsmond

Gourits Guesthouse

+27(0)82 940 0498| elsazeilinga4@gmail.com

62 Rivier Street Gouritsmond

Gouritsmond Caravan Park

+27(0)28 713 7855 | 1 Van Riebeek Street, Gouritsmond

Eat Here

Die Kiewiet Restaurant

+27(0)81 570 6003 | nicoleetegrad@gmail.com

29 Voortrekker Street, Gouritsmond

Koffie Stories

+27(0)84 453 6332 | corrie@koffiestories.co.za

10 Heidelaan, Melkhoutfontein

Oppiemap Family Restaurant

+27(0)83 538 3844 | therock@lantic.net

546 Voortrekker Street, Gouritsmond

Die Mond Restaurant

+27(0)28 745 3015|wessel@riovistafarm.co.za

21 Voortrekker Street Gouritsmond

23

Melkhoutfontein

Situated about 7km inland from the popular seaside holiday

town of Stilbaai, Melkhoutfontein is certainly one of Hessequa’s

most underrated gems. It was established as a fisherman’s

settlement in the 1850s with its cute, white washed and thatch

roofed houses quickly becoming its defining feature.

Melkhoutfontein offers a number of cultural activities.

Stilbaai Tourism:

+(0)28 754 2602

Email: stilbaaiinfo@easycoms.co.za

General

Food & Catering Services - CCR Enterprise

+27(0)76 347 5991 | christinasfood@gmail.com

Preekstoel Caravan Park, Melkhoutfontein

Devine Hair Salon

+27(0)61 929 4197

10 Heide Avenue, Melkhoutfontein

Dreamcatcher Development SA

+27(0)28 754 3469 | www.dreamcatcherdevelopment.com

Albertinia, Stilbaai, Riversdale & Heidelberg

Smooks Transport

+27(0)83 484 8853

La Bloemen

+27(0)76 326 5035 | africa@wispernet.co.za

Jongensfontein

The quaint little coastal village of Jongensfontein is what your

dream beach holiday looks like. Here you happily lose track of

time, carefree beach days fill you with the sound of the ocean

constantly in your ear.

Sleep Here

Alicrons

+27(0)72 200 1202 | jvancast@iafrica.com

15 Rowweklip Ave, Jongensfontein

Captain Sunshine

+27(0)74 632 2677 |gtcroeser@gmail.com

26 Kajuit Ave, Jongensfontein

Es La Vida

+27(0)82 850 3736 |elsabe@finplanner.co.za

13 Noordkapper Ave, Jongensfontein

Halcyon

+27(0)60 997 6510 |info@halcyoncove.co.za

SC-7 Jongensfontein road

Huise Oppie See

+27(0)82 441 7300 |mandievanheerden@gmail.com

32 Strand Street, Jongensfontein

Jolly Lucky

+27(0)82 349 0895 |jollylucky@gmail.com

46 Strand Street, Jongensfontein

Jongensfontein Holiday House

+27(0)82 784 1378 | sj.oosthuizen@hotmail.com

15 Seebries Ave, Jongensfontein

Jongensfontein Huisies

+27(0)83 310 1011|bookings@jongensfontein.com

Jongensgat Private Nature Reserve

+27(0)83 233 7972 |danie@agrisell.co.za

Jongensgat, Jongensfontein

Noorkapperlaan 8

+27(0)84 209 1104 | 8 Noorkapper Ave, Jongensfontein

Op eie Houtjie

+27(0)83 299 0044 |wjpotgiete@vodamail.co.za

81 Daytona Road, Jongensfontein

25

Stilbaai

Situated on the estuary of the Goukou River, that spills into the

Indian Ocean, the town is characterised by long stretches of

sandy white beaches - four of them boasting the esteemed Blue

Flag Status. The river is navigable for 15km, making it quite the

hot spot for watersports such as canoeing and kayaking. Home

to a number of fascinating archaeological sites.

Stilbaai Tourism:

+(0)28 754 2602


Play Here

Cottage Gallery

+27(0)28 755 821 |mariansmit@telkomsa.net

www.cottageartgallery.co.za

Louise Handcrafted Leather Products

+27(0)28 754 1156 | louiseleather@gmail.com

12 Taaibos Street, Stilbaai

Kasselshoop Cheese

+27(0)28 754 2430 |info@kasselshoop.co.za

www.kasselshoop.co.za

Palingsgat Homestead: Blombos Museum of Archaeology

+27(0)28 754 3247 | estr@telkomsa.net |www.hesva.org.za

Salon Na Ava

+27(0)82 460 1920 | salonnaava@yahoo.com

www.salonnaava.co.za

168 Main Road West, Plattebosch Centre, Stilbaai

Namo Natural Health & Massaging

+27(0)82 684 5626 | info@namohealth.co.za

www.namohealth.co.za | 181 Main Road West, Stilbaai

Stilbaai Golf Club

+27(0)28 754 2625 |info@stilbaaigolf.co.za

www.stilbaaigolf.co.za

Eden Park - Golf Course, 4x4 Route & Bar

+27(0)72 155 4257 |aevankraay@gmail.com

Eden Park, Jongensfontein

Kiss & Make-up

+27(0)82 515 3620 |kiss.nmakeup@vodamail.co.za

3 Fynbos Street, Stilbay

Bay Beauty

+27(0)84 583 0119 |marelisevisser@yahoo.com

Van Riebeeck Street, Stilbaai

Tuin-op-die-Brak

+27(0)28 754 1181 |mikesteytler@lantic.net

www.die-tuin-op-die-brak.co.za |Main Road East, Stilbaai

Inverroche Distillery

+27(0)28 754 2442 | www.inverroche.co.za

info@inverroche.co.za

27

Sleep Here

Self Catering

A Cosy Cottage - Self Catering

+27(0)82 784 1225 | suzaan1702@gmail.com

20 Tornyn Street, Stilbaai West

A Sea Breeze - Self Catering

+27(0)83 703 1445 | emdaly@mweb.co.za

57 Kerk Street, Stilbaai West

Aanboord Blombos 9 - Self Catering

+27(0)82 784 0962 | susanstrauss@vodamail.co.za

Erica Drive, Blombos Woonstelle 9, Stilbaai

Abba Huis - Self Catering

+27(083 303 1759 |petrea@global.co.za

28 Pe)rlemoen Street, Stilbaai West

Adagio- Self Catering

+27(0)28 754 1276 | 082 376 7678 |adagio@stilbaai.net

12 Perlemoen Street, Stilbaai West

Adeodata - Self Catering

+27(0)82 372 4686|cxto@vodamail.co.za

1 Nautilus Ave, Stilbaai West

Af & Toe- Self Catering

+27(0)82 466 2544 |eotheron@breede.co.za

14 Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Aitsa - Self Catering

+27(0)82 359 5388 | aitsa.nicoline@gmail.com

25 Deining Street, Stilbaai West

Amazing Apartment - Self Catering

+27(0)82 820 0566 | marcellegeld@gmail.com

Viswywers Holiday Flats, Main Road, Stilbaai West

Annebelle’s Beach House - Self Catering

+27(0)82 417 7150 | chantal@2120.co.za

36 Waterkant street, Stilbaai West

Backpackers Stilbaai - Self Catering

+27(0)72 798 3234 | epkleinhans@telkomsa.net

591 Duinekroon, Stilbaai West

Beach Castle - Self Catering

+27(0)72 200 3671 | jordaan@beachcastle.co.za


Berrisford Place 3 - Self Catering

+27(0)72 996 8494 | rosasmit96@gmail.com

Melkboom Street, Stilbaai West

Sleep Here

Self Catering

Bird’s Nest - Self Catering

+27(0)82 784 1225 |lourier10@vodamail.co.za

10 Lourier Crescent, Stilbaai West

Bosbok avenue 30 - Self Catering

+27(0)82 292 7351|jp.annziets@gmail.com

30 Bosbok Ave, Stilbaai West

Bosbokduin - Self Catering

+27(0)82 778 1044 |bosbokduinbb@telkomsa.net

Bosbokduin, Stilbaai West

Bosbokstraat 34 - Self Catering

+27(0)84 845 4382 |jgrooff@vodamail.co.za

34 Bosbok Ave, Stilbaai West

Casa Maria- Self Catering

+27(0)71 051 4223 |seth@cape-living.co.za

7 Bitou Slot, Stilbaai West

De Villa- Self Catering

+27(0)82 851 6087 |marietjiedv@mweb.co.za

8A Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Die Blou Huis- Self Catering

+27(0)82 775 4922 |marliseb@lantic.net

Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Dune Dance- Self Catering

+27(0)82 491 5168 |wilnalubbe100@gmail.com

1 Nel Crescent, Bosbokduin, Stilbaai West

Duntrune Beach House- Self Catering

+27(0)82 771 4411 |amalcolm@vodamail.co.za

24 Visvywer Ave, Bosbokduin, Stilbaai West

El Shaddai- Self Catering

+27(0)72 477 0547 |pulford@mweb.co.za

Fisantekraal, Stilbaai West

Elize Cottage- Self Catering

+27(0)81 270 1883 |elizeclaassens@gmail.com

10 Geelhout Ave, Stilbaai West

Hold All- Self Catering

+27(0)84 337 1601 |stilbaai6674@gmail.com

34 A Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Ice Cream Days- Self Catering

+27(0)72 446 5530 |info@hookshotlodge.co.za

18 Tornyn Street, Stilbaai West

29

Sleep Here

Self Catering

Jappas Beach House- Self Catering

+27(0)82 829 8973 | jappasbeachhouse@gmail.com

Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Kalbassie- Self Catering

+27(0)82 959 7072 | bevlombard@telkomsa.net

3 Koeltepleksteeg, Stilbaai West

La Vida- Self Catering

+27(0)83 265 1371 | syfourie@mweb.co.za


Little Star Guesthouse- Self Catering

+27(0)83 256 1015 | jristow@iafrica.com

29B Sterretjie Road, Stilbaai West

Lookout & Sea Gem- Self Catering

+27(0)72 775 1247 | christelleputter@gmail.com

C/o Perdekuil Ave & Fynbos Street, Stilbaai West

Moon Shell- Self Catering

+27(0)82 517 0168 | maree.moonshell@gmail.com

27 Visvywer Ave, Stilbaai West

Muir Woonstelle- Self Catering

+27(0)82 468 0799 | muirstilbaai@telkomsa.net

5 Perlemoen Ave, Stilbaai West

Oesterlaan 15- Self Catering

+27(0)83 382 2029 | corneliavaarde@gmail.com

15 Oester Ave, Stilbaai West

Oppi Plaas by die See- Self Catering


Duinekroon Farm, Stilbaai West

Palinggat 53- Self Catering


Palinggatoord, Stilbaai West

Palinggat Oord- Self Catering

+27(0)28 754 2607|kantoor@palinggat.co.za

Palinggatoord, Stilbaai West

Palingsingel 28- Self Catering

+27(0)83 335 9413|prethome@telkomsa.net

28 Palingsingel, Stilbaai West

Palingsingel 53- Self Catering

+27(0)82 465 1742 |eventer@mweb.co.za

53 Palingsingel, Stilbaai West

Sleep Here

Self Catering

Paradise @ Stilbaai

+27(0)83 483 0480 |estuarylife@vodamail.co.za

7 Thys Vissie, Stilbaai West

Peace of Paradise- Self Catering

+27(0)83 628 6881|charmaine@jabman.co.za


Rest Assured- Self Catering

+27(0)83 280 8087|bilroban@gmail.com

5 Steenbras Street, Stilbaai West

Seascape- Self Catering

+2(0)83 626 4362 |danie@stoneage-wp.co.za


See-Struis- Self Catering

+27(0)82 418 3660 |jacorenek@gmail.com


Somerlus- Self Catering

+27(0)83 743 5303 |somerlus@mooi.co.za

Skuitpad Road, Stilbaai West

Sonvanger- Self Catering

+27(0)83 444 4750 |karinvn100@gmail.com

9 Ebenhaeser Street, Stilbaai West

Waterkantstraat 101- Self Catering

+27(0)82 878 2811 |line.vanlill@rclfoods.com


Waterkantstraat 55 b- Self Catering

+27(0)82 781 6520 |gerdapmeyer@gmail.com

55B Waterkant Street, Stilbaai West

Self Catering -Stilbaai East

A Beautiful Beach House- Self Catering

+27(0)83 523 9679 |jannettie@yahoo.com

6 Gordon Street, Stilbaai East

Abansi- Self Catering

+27(0)72 520 7047 |kruger.ronel@gmail.com

71 Helena Steyn Drive, Stilbaai East

Begrabe Jou Sorge- Self Catering

+27(0)82 756 4161|marikagrabe4@gmail.com

26 Oslet Street, Stilbaai East

31

Sleep Here

Self Catering -Stilbaai East

Blue Waters- Self Catering

+27(0)82 567 3270 | penny@vanloveren.co.za


Die Nessie- Self Catering

+27(0)28 754 1181 | mikesteytler@lantic.net

78 Main Road, Stilbaai East

Die Ou Familie Strandhuis- Self Catering

+27(0)83 612 0574 | kvs@pop.co.za

11 Oos Street, Stilbaai East

Genade- Self Catering

+27(0)82 883 1113 | ian.vanderberg@momentum.co.za

30B Main Road, Stilbaai East

Helena Steyn Rylaan- Self Catering

+27(0)83 230 9239|accounts@mcdoryx.co.za

Helena Steyn Drive, Stilbaai East

Helena Steyn Rylaan 17- Self Catering

+27(0)83 382 2906 |lfins@polka.co.za

17 Helena Steyn Drive, Stilbaai East

Sitterus Accommodation- Self Catering

+27(0)82 309 9295 |sitterus.stilbaai@gmail.com

10 De Jager street, Stilbaai East

Stilbaai Lofts- Self Catering

+27(0)82 413 4705 |engela.hepworth@gmail.com

Main Road, Stilbaai East

Stilbaai Lofts 14- Self Catering

+27(0)76 085 0910 |lizette.bloem@yahoo.com

Main road, Stilbaai East

Suidenrus- Self Catering

+27(0)76 085 0910 |jhv3@sun.ac.za


Wegkruip- Self Catering

+27(0)83 453 0103 |anthaserfontein@gmail.com


Self Catering -Goukou River

Bridge Lodge- Self Catering

+27(0)83 757 4604 |dolfynstilbaai@telkomsa.net

21 Rivier Street, Stilbaai West

Sleep Here

Self Catering -Goukou River

Hoekland Guest Farm- Self Catering

+27(0)79 145 1152 |hoeklandguestfarm@gmail.com

Rivier street, Stilbaai West

Kleinbergskoof- Self Catering

+27(0)82 568 5567 |suna@kleinbergskloof.co.za

Waterblom Road, Stilbaai West

Lunsklip Plaas- Self Catering

+27(0)72 785 2014 |skleinhans.lunsklip@gmail.com

Lunsklip Farm, Rivier Road, Stilbaai West

Oudewerfskloof Akkommodasie- Self Catering

+27(0)82 727 9329 |sonja@oudewerfskloof.co.za

Rivier Street, Stilbaai West

Palmyra Nature Estate- Self Catering

+27(0)76 554 0654 |palmyra.stillbay@gmail.com

Waterblom Drive, Stilbaai East

The Great Escape- Self Catering

+27(0)72 631 9264 |tgebookingssb@gmail.com

32 Orchid Drive, Stilbaai West

The Still Bay River Lodge- Self Catering

+27(0)76 507 1118 |helenageldenhuys3@gmail.com

Main Road, Stilbaai East

Wild Rescue- Self Catering

+27(0)78 875 5776 |gillsimp@mweb.co.za

30 minutes from Stilbaai on the Goukou

Bed & Breakfast

Ankergooi- Self Catering

+27(0)82 369 6285 |louiseleather@gmail.co.za

12 Taaibos Street, Stilbaai West

B&B @ 47 Versveld

+27(0)83 501 0099 |47versfeld@gmail.com

47 Versveld Street, Stilbaai West

Botterkloof Gasteplaas

+27(0)28 754 2388 |info@botterkloof.com

+ - 6km out of Stilbaai on the R305

33

Sleep Here

Bed & Breakfast

Serenity

+27(0)28 754 1156 | louiseleather@gmail.co.za

30 Uitsig Street, Stilbaai West

Caravan Parks

Main Beach Stilbaai East

+27(0)28 713 7848 | ellensrust@hessequa.gov.za

Main Beach, Stilbaai East

Eat Here

Cupz Cafe

+27(0)28 754 2605

14 Fynbos Centre, Main Road, Stilbaai

Lilliput Coffee Shop

+27(0)28 754 3933

Dune Mall, Voortrekker Street, Stilbaai

Pappa Demos

+27(0)28 754 2640

Wellness & Lifestyle Centre

+27(0)28 754 3736 | +27(0)72 871 1441

29 Erica Drive, Stilbaai

Matchbox

+27(0)28 754 1445 | matchbox@vodamail.co.za

Main Road, Stilbaai

Stables

+27(0)28 754 1136 | lilianburke2010@yahoo.com

R305, Stilbaai

Lappiesbaai Restaurant

+27(0)28 754 2748 | 1 Hoofweg, Stilbaai

On The Rocks Restaurant

+27(0)28 754 2367 |Cnr of Osler Street Stilbaai

Lihong’s Asian Cuisine

+27(0)84 894 5219 | 12 Heide Avenue Street Stilbaai

Allegaartjie

+27(0)28 754 3299| Highway West-Stilbaai

Slangrivier

While the homely settlement of Slangrivier may not seem

like much at first glance, digging a little deeper will

reveal a truly intriguing history as well as a community

of colourful characters, making for a truly enriching

experience.


+27 (0)28 713 8000



General

Hair Affair Unisex Salon

+27(0)79 085 8746 | lotzdanvar1974@gmail.com

223 Lotz Street Slangrivier

Casa De Vida -Self Catering

+27(0)76 465 7758

Rousseau Transport

+27(0)83 588 2538 | 110 Kerkstraat, Slangrivier

Fagmiet Jacobs

+27(0)76 983 4073

35

Riversdale

The town rests comfortably in the shade of Sleeping

Beauty, a peak in the Langeberg Mountains, where

the dreamer can picture the silhouette of a slumbering

maiden with long eyelashes brushing her cheeks and her

lips puckering prettily.

Stilbaai Tourism:

+(0)28 754 2602


Play Here

Paddavlei Art

+27(0)74 034 0352 | mariliselombard20@gmail.com

Gypsy Breakaway Tours

+27(0)82 321 4883 | abundanceme476@gmail.com

Julius Gordon Africana Centre (Museum)

+27(0)28 713 7939 | rvdmuseum@gmail.com

29 Long Street, Riversdale

Bali Trading

+27(0)28 713 2080 | royal@ezinet.co.za |www.balitrading.co.za

N2 Highway Riversdale

Rooi Aalwyn Padstal & Koffiepot

+27(0)28 713 2237 | katinkafox4@gmail.com


Riversdale Golf Club

+27(0)28 713 3056 | riversdalegolf@hilbert.co.za

Tom Stander Drive, Riversdale

Baleia Wines - Wine Tasting

+27(0)28 713 1214 | admin@baleiawines.com

www.baleiawines.com

Pro Beauty - Massage

+27(0)28 713 4817 | ankeleroux@yahoo.com

Cats & Paw Pottery Studio

+27(0)28 713 3976 | 1 Lower Long Street Riversdale

Lotus – Pilates & Yoga

+27(0)60 302 5108 |officiallyrayline@gmail.com

1 Main Street Riversdale

Salon Trinity – Beauty

+27(0)81 830 3722

Church Street Riversdale

Ou Tronk & Coffee Shop

+27(0)28 713 4300 | louise.malherbe@outlook.com

Meurant Street, Riversdale

37

Sleep Here

Bed & Breakfast | Guesthouse

Lelani B&B

+27(0)82 562 5852 |suzettjj@telkomsa.net

Zeekoeigat E12, Kleinkruisrivier Road, Riversdale

Travel Lodge

+27(0)28 713 2473 | riversdalehotel@gmail.com

10 Main Street, Riversdale

Fynbos Gaste Huis

+27(0)28 713 1056 | riversdaleguesthouse.co.za

Lobelia Street, Riversdale

The Sleeping Beauty Guesthouse

+27(0)28 713 1651 | sleepingbeauty@iafrica.com


Oakhurst Guesthouse

info@oakhurstguesthouse.co.za

6 Moodie Street, Riversdale

Rusticana Guest House

+27(0)28 713 3366 | rusticana@telkomsa.net

www.rusticana.co.za | 4 Moodie Street, Riversdale

Deo Volente

+27(0)28 713 2882 | johannesmalherbe@gmail.com

R323 Ladismithweg Riversdale

Fynbos Guest House

028 713 1056 | 082 923 1009 | fynbos@net4u.co.za

2 Lobelia Street, Riversdale

Kweekkraal Guest Farm

+27(0)76 312 7518 | www.kweekkraal.co.za

reservations@kweekkraal.co.za

N2, Riversdale

Hotel

Royal Hotel

+27(0)28 713 3242 | royalflaming@telkomsa.net

28 Long street, Riversdale

Sleep Here

Central Boutique Hotel

+27(0)28 713 4787 | +27(0)82 452 1810 | jakkief@gmail.com

De Doornkraal Boutique Hotel

+27(0)28 713 3838 | info@doornkraal.com


Self Catering

Heritage House

+27(0)28 713 3076 | robyn.learmonth@hotmail.co.uk


Korente Dam Vakansie-oord

+27(0)28 713 3316 |korente.oord@easycoms.co.za

Ladysmith Road, 16km outside Riversdale

Oakdale Cottages

+27(0)28 713 3556 | +27(0)82 451 1765

oakdalecottages@gmail.com | www.oakdalecottages.co.za

Off R323, Riversdale

Oudebosch Guest Farm

+27(0)28 713 1428 | +27(0)82 923 1469

oudebosch@telkomsa.net | www.oudebosch.co.za

Off R323, Riversdale

Nostalgia Self Catering

+27(0)82 458 8454 | charlesme@telkomsa.net

27 Warden Street, Riversdale

Die Opstal Riversdal

+27(0)28 713 2055 | +27(0)71 609 6358 | piet@wispernet.co.za

Vetterrivier Road (2km from Riversdale town centre)

Heritage House | Pottery

+27(0)82 922 3619 |+27(0)28 713 3076

robyn.learmonth@hotmail.co.uk


Gratitude Horse Farm

+27(0)28 713 3476 | +27(0)73 336 3536

info@gratitudefarm.com

Beight Eden

+27(0)72 601 0376 | karen@intellect.co.za

2 Badenhorst Street, Riversdale

Just One More

+27(0)28 713 1671 | +27(0)82 823 7669

riversdalverf@intellect.co.za

Joubert Street, Riversdale

39

Sleep Here

Meurant Self Catering

+27(0)83 417 5697 | meurantsc@gmail.com

2 Meurant Street, Riversdale

Melkboom Guest Farm

+27(0)79 490 8123 | melkboom@easycoms.co.za

maraliselombaard20@gmail.com

Melkboom Plaas, halfway between Riversdale and Heidelberg

Journey Gastehuis

+27(0)83 444 3808 | 081 720 0739

thesaexclusive@gmail.com | 25 Lower Long Street, Riversdale

The Shack Self-Catering

+27(0)83 286 8166 | located just outside the town of Riversdale,

2km from the town centre.

Videira Country House

+27(0)82 494 4065 |bookings@videira.co.za

Camping

Dibiki Holiday Resort

+27(0)828 713 2117 | info@dibikiriversdal.co.za

Eat Here

Ou Meul Bakkery

+27(0)28 713 4065 |riversdal@oumeul.co.za | www.oumeul.co.za

5 van Rensburg Street, Riversdale

Pitt Stop Cafe & Take Aways

+27(0)28 713 2230 | N2, Riversdale

Henna’s Catering

+27(0)82 854 8584 | hennadupreez12@gmail.com

111 Church Street, Riversdale

Faddels Catering

+27(0)82 362 8646 | faddelscatering@gmail.com

Voeg by 29 Warden Street Riversdale

Die Kwekery & Coffee Shop

+27(0)28 713 3061 | diekwekery@telkomsa.net

www.diekwekery.co.za

Enya’s Coffee House

+27(0)28 713 1324 | magdajackson65@gmail.com

frikkie@cybersmart.co.za

14 Dickson Street, Riversdale

Eat Here

Ou Tronk & Coffee Shop

+27(0)28 713 4300 | louise.malherbe@outlook.com

Meurant Street, Riversdale

Central Boutique Hotel

+27(0)28 713 4787 | jakkief@gmail.com

Main Road Riversdale

Paddavlei Kunsgoete

+27(0)61 918 7603 | 0740340352

Mariliselombard@gmail.com | www.paddavleikunste.co.za


Baleia Bistro

+27(0)28 713 1178 | +27(0)79 493 1082 | info@baleiabistro.co.za

N2, Riversdale

Mountain Ridge Spur

+27(0)28 713 3723 |spurccc@gmail.com

De Jager Street, N2 Highway Riversdale

Nibbling Squirrel Restuarant

+27(0)28 713 3331 |+27(0)72 387 3200

N2 Highway, Riversdale

Trends

+27(0)67 327 9707 | +27(0)84 514 1754

trendsriversdale@gmail.com

Aan’t Vette Country Kitchen

+27(0)28 713 3838 | info@dedoornkraal.co.za

Lower Long Street

Wimpy

+27(0)28 713 1327

Engen N2 Highway, Riversdale

Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC)

+27(0)28 713 4213


Die Koffie Put

+27(084 359 3354 | +27(071 656 0973 | koffieputccc@gmail.com


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Heidelberg

Heidelberg was established in 1855 after churchgoers got

permission to build their own Dutch Reformed Church in

Heidelberg. After negotiating with farm owner Louis

Fourie, they bought the farm Doornboom for 5 000

pounds and Heidelberg was born. The town got its name

from the Heidelberg catechism and the German town of

Heidelberg.


+27 (0)28 713 8000



Play Here

Star Nation Art Studio - Arts and Crafts

+27(0)28 722 1080 |louise@starnationart.co.za

www.starnationart.co.za | 11A Van Riebeek Street, Heidelberg

Cape Art Concrete Products

+27(0)84 582 2178 | capeartconcrete@gmail.com

Cnr. Rainier & Middleton Street Heidelberg

Lavender Lane

+27(0)28 722 1324 | psoekoe@gmail.com

25 Van Riebeek Street, Heidelberg

Die Skeerhok Padstal

+27(0)71 690 8421| hooikraal@hooikraal.com

N2 Highway Heidelberg

Jou Ma Se Winkel

+27(0)28 722 1279 | 3 Tolbas Centre, 5 Eksteen Street, Heidelberg

Heidelberg Golf Club

+27(0)28 722 1573

Swellengrebel Street, Heidelberg

Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve (Cape Nature)

+27(0)87 087 8250 | Outside Heidelberg

Grootvadersbosch Conservancy & Trail Network

+27(0)71 691 6463 | aileen@gvbconservancy.co.za

www.gvbconservancy.co.za

15km away from Heidelberg town centre

Eureka Mills

+27(0)28 722 1887|info@eurekamills.co.za

www.eurekamills.co.za

Heidelberg N2 Highway at the Karringmelk turn-off

Inspired Creation

+27(0)76 972 0701|soon.sally.2009@gmail.com

www.inspired-creations.co.za | N2 Highway Heidelberg

Biltong Factory

+27(0)28 722 2358 |smith.fanie@ymail.com

Cnr Eksteen Street Heidelberg

43

Sleep Here

Bed & Breakfast | Guesthouse | Hotel

Aan De Kanaal

+27(0)28 722 1389 | +27(0)84 522 2350 | info@aandekanal.co.za

www.aandekanaal.co.za | 43 Fourie Street, Heidelberg

Fleur Bleue

+27(0)28 722 2942 |rentiasmit@gmail.com

22 Fourie Street, Heidelberg

B&B Alex

+27(0)82 776 5799 | 37eksteenstreet@gmail.com

Tricklebank

+27(0)28 722 2780 | 86 Eksteen Street, Heidelberg

Waterkloof Guest House

+27(0)71 659 2083 | Waterkloof Farm, Witsand

Heidelberg Hotel

+27(0)28 722 1860 | info@heidelberg-hotel.co.za

Van Riebeeck Street, Heidelberg

Self Catering

Self Catering

+27(0)28 722 1080 | 10 Van Riebeek Street, Heidelberg

Diepkloof River Lodge

+27(0)28 722 2230 | Hooikraal Farm, Heidelberg

Helena`s Homestay

028 722 2805 | 36 Andries du Toit Street, Heidelberg

Honeywood Farm Guest Cottages

+27(0)28 722 1823 | +27(0)83 270 4035

john@honeywoodfarm.co.za | www.honeywoodfarm.co.za

18km outside Heidelberg

Lemontree Cottage

+27(0)28 722 2599 | 5 Fourie Street, Heidelberg

Ouma’s Villa

+27(0)21 713 1020 | john@paratour.co.za

6 Fourie Street Heidelberg

Akasha Mountain Retreat

+27(0)82 090 1741 | info@akasharetreat.co.za

www.akasharetreat.co.za

12km north of Heidelberg

Skeiding Guest Farm & Willowtree Cottage

+27(0)28 722 1891 | Skeiding Farm, 17km from Heidelberg

Sleep Here

Melkboom Guest Farm

+27(0)28 722 2213 |Doornboom, Heidelberg

Nona Rosa Busch Camp

+27(0)82 907 2479 | driekieuys@gmail.com

Eat Here

Aan De Kanaal

+27(0)29 722 1389 |info@aandekanaal.co.za

www.aandekanaal.co.za

Die Plaza

+27(0)71 672 4452 |elrezalewis@outlook.com

5 Eksteen Street, Heidelberg

Koekgoet

+27(0)78 736 1464

Seatle Coffee

+27(0)28 722 1224 | info@seattlecoffeecompany.co.za

www.seattlecoffeecompany.co.za

Heidelberg 1 Stop

+27(0)28 722 1633 | Next to N2

KFC

+27(0)28 722 1173 | kfcheidelberg@tradeon.co.za

Kombuis Kaskenades

+27(0)84 407 8554 | sollie.solomon13@gmail.com

Spur Grill & Go

+27(0)28 722 1273 | heidelberg@spurgrillandgo.com

Delish Restaurant

+27(0)28 722 1850 | +27(0)82 249 36100

N2, Kloof Street, Heidelberg

Rooi Pot

+27(0)83 200 6010 | morinafoods@gmail.com

N2 Cnr of Eksteen & Kloof Street Heidelberg

Wimpy

+27(0)28 722 1633

1 Eksteen Street, Heidelberg

Brugsig Restaurant

+27(0)28 722 2707 | Fourie Street, Heidelberg

Mr Fish

+27(0)84 522 2350 | info@aandekanaal.co.za

45

Witsand

Situated on the banks of the Breede River estuary, Witsand is

home to 4km of pristine beaches surrounded by a magnificent

variety of Cape Fynbos species. The town is also known as the

Whale Nursery of Southern Africa.


+27 (0)28 713 8000



Play Here

WJ Crafts

+27(0)72 109 4744 | +27(0)84 463 2779 | wjcrafts@gmail.com

Cnr Main Road & Joseph Barry Drive, Witsand

Pili Pili Extreme Sport Centre

+27(0)28 537 1018 | witsand@pilipili.co.za

Joseph Barry Drive, Witsand

Wave Hair Studio

+27(0)73 115 5866 |skswart@gmail.com | The Sands Complex

Witsand

Nella se Bakkery

+27(0)28 537 1304 | karienk70@gmail.com

8 Geelstert Street, Witsand

Fay Hair Salon

+27(0)28 537 1926 | R322, Witsand

Sleep Here

Breede River Lodge

+27(0)28 537 1926 | +27(0)28 537 1631 | 1 Joseph Barry Drive

Whale Watchers Inn

+27(0)72 109 4744 | +27(0)84 463 2779 | wjcrafts@gmail.com

Cnr Main Road & Joseph Barry Drive, Witsand

Barry’s Holiday Accommodation

+27(0)28 537 1018 | witsand@pilipili.co.za

Joseph Barry Drive, Witsand

Big Cob Chalets

+27(0)73 115 5866 | skswart@gmail.com

At the C

+27(0)28 537 1304 | karienk70@gmail.com


Tali’s Holiday Rentals

+27(0)28 537 1304| karienk70@gmail.com


Eat Here

The Anchor Beach Restaurant & Bar

+27(0)28 537 1330 | verabyte2018@gmail.com

Main Beach Witsand

River Breeze Restaurant

+27(0)83 233 8571 | riverbreeze.witsand@gmail.com

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Pili Pili Restaurant

+27(0)28 537 1018 | witsand@pilipili.co.za | Main Beach Witsand

Hessequa Explorers’

EXPERIENCES

We would love to hear about your adventures and to see your

fabulous holiday pics. Please share your stories and memories

on our facebook - @explorersgr info page or send it to us via

email: riaan@hessequa.gov.za, so that we can let the people

know where to go for their next travel adventure.

The Hessequa Municipality is committed to create a safe

tourism destination and a conducive climate for economic

development. The Local Economic Development department

is geared to lend assistance to all potential investors.

Tel: +27 (0) 28 713 8000 | Website: www.hessequa.gov.za

Our Municipality is proud to be able to claim the following:

1. The FIRST solar desalination plant programme in the country is

situated at Witsand.

2. The National GREENEST Municipality Award 2016

3. The winner of the Western Cape GREENEST Municipality

Award 2015 and 2016

4. The FIRST Municipality in the country to achieve BLUE FLAG

STATUS for ALL the beaches under its management.

5. SIX consecutive clean audits

We are looking forward to welcome you in our Explorers’

Garden Route area.

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