Garden Route Information


Garden Route Hiking Trails

The Garden Route in the Western Cape features some of the most spectacular hiking trails in the world, through forest, fynbos and along its pristine coastline. Advance Booking is essential since the trails are very popular, and numbers are limited. Permits are required and all of the longe

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Transnet Transport Museum, George

Visit the Transnet Transport Museum


Visit the Transnet Transport Museum in George for a trip down memory lane and marvel at a variety of 13 steam locomotives. See the Emil Kessler, Johannesburg’s first steam locomotive, the GL Garrett with its antiquated carriages, including the original 'White Coach' in which Queen

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Outeniqua Nature Reserve's Tierkloofpad trail

Outeniqua Nature Reserve’s Tierkloofpad trail

The Tierkloofpad hiking trail in the Outeniqua Nature Reserve is a moderately challenging hike, but the views are truly spectacular and well worth the effort!

It was the 29th January 2024 and Bryan and I were heading off on a three-night road trip. We had decided to kick

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Adrenaline-fuelled adventures with Knysna ziplines

Bryan launching off zip line 1

If you are looking for adventure, excitement and an adrenaline filled activity, then Knysna Ziplines is definitely for you.

Bryan and I decided that a great way to celebrate our fifth wedding anniversary would be by treating ourselves to an adventure with Knysna Ziplines. {

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Hike Garden Route Dam to Pepsi Pools

Hike to Pepsi Pools from the Garden Route Dam

The hike to Pepsi Pools from the Garden Route Dam is an easy and relatively flat 12km there and back hiking trail.

One week-day in January 2024, Bryan and I had some errands to run in George, so we decided to do what we needed to and then head to the Garden Route Dam and hike

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7km hike at Woodville Big Tree now open

Woodville Big Tree hike, Hoekwil - George

New 7km hiking trail opened at Woodville Big Tree, Garden Route National Park. 
In August 2023, I heard that SANPARKS had just opened a new 7km hiking trail at Woodville Big Tree in Hoekwil, which is part of the Garden Route National Park. Bryan and I were very keen to explore this n

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Big Five wildlife at Gondwana Game Reserve in Mossel Bay

Big Five wildlife at Gondwana Game Reserve in Mossel Bay

One of the Best Western Cape Game Reserves
Having been Safari Guides when we lived in KwaZulu-Natal, Bryan and I were keen to find out what Game Reserves are available for people visiting the Garden Route. One thing we really miss from our time in KZN is the wildlife. We had heard

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Dutton's Cove Restaurant Herold's Bay

Dutton's Cove Restaurant Herold's Bay George

Restaurant with delicious food and great ocean view in Herolds Bay. If you are looking for a great restaurant with stunning ocean views, incredibly tasty food and extremely friendly service, then I highly recommend Dutton’s Cove in Herolds Bay. Dutton’s Cove is one of mine a

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Knysna Elephant Park

Knysna Elephant Park is located between Knysna and Plettenberg Bay


The Knysna Elephant Park was established in 1994 as the first facility in South Africa to house and care for orphaned African elephants.
The Knysna Elephant Park has dedicated the last 20 years to elephants; and it is both nationally and internationally recognised

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Things to do in Garden Route

Quad biking

The Garden Route is a perfect family destination and boasts ten nature reserves showcasing various ecosystems as well as unique marine reserves. Popular outdoor activities include world-class malaria-free safaris and game drives, 4x4 and other scenic routes, as well as world-class go

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Garden Route Business Listing Options

List your Business or Organisation on the Garden Route Business Network The Gardenroute.com portal encompasses all of the major town names and more. Achieve maximum exposure on ALL of the following domains: www.southafricaonline.co.za
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Mossel Bay offers more than surf and sea

Mossel Bay offers much more than sun, sea and surf.

Mossel Bay and surrounding areas offer the avid tourist much more than just glorious beaches and wonderful surf. Take the time to experience some of the other interesting offerings, however, note that the list below is by no means complete. Point of Human Origins Experience Experi

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Pet-friendly accommodation Western Cape

The Garden Route has a huge number of pet friendly establishments to choose from, from guest farms to luxury apartments and everything in between. Select your self-catering or bed & breakfast accommodation destination from the list below to check availability and make a booking no

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Garden Route Business Directory

Garden Route business by town Albertinia
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