Area Profiles

As one of the older suburbs of Hermanus, Voelklip holds an interesting and rich history. Starting its existence as a local farm, this suburb has consistently grown and now embraces modern change and development. Located in proximity to the renowned Fernkloof Estate and bordering the waters of the South Atlantic Ocean - Voelklip seamlessly blends the old with the new. Now a thriving holiday destination, due to its position between the Overberg Mountain and the ocean as well as its namesake beach, Voelklip provides both locals and visitors with an unmatched experience. For approximately three centuries, the area now known as Voelklip was called Mosselrivier. Named after...

Today the town of Langebaan is a mixture of the very old and the very new, with a strong Parks Board presence, a country club and numerous holiday facilities. Much of its old-world innocence is still there, but, as a setting for the activities of water sport and fishing enthusiasts. This lagoon town has a definite place in history, as it once was the site where the various leaders of the Khoi nation held their periodic get - togethers. Since WW II, when the giant Catalina Flying boats used Langebaan as a terminal for their long journeys from the UK, the village has had an uneventful, quiet development, gradually growing into the favourite West Coast town for...

In the heart of the Klein Karoo is its attractive capital town of Oudtshoorn, once the ostrich centre of the world. Today, this town enjoys a reputation as a tourist centre for a variety of reasons. Within 30km of the town, there are several interesting attractions, including the world-famous Cango Caves, one of the world's leading show caves (be sure to book ahead for a tour). Also within a 35km drive of Oudtshoorn is the historical village of De Rust at the foot of the Swartberg Mountains, with a beautiful tree-lined main road, featuring many 19th-century buildings. For those who enjoy road-tripping, there are two scenic drives also within easy distance of...

The little seaside village of Pringle Bay is one of the towns set within the natural beauty of the Kogelberg Biosphere, the only reserve in South Africa to be proclaimed by UNESCO, which supports over 1600 species of fynbos, 150 of which are endemic. The charming village is nestled at the foot of the Hangklip Mountain and jealously guarded by its residents who frown upon unnecessary developments such as tarred roads and street lights. And rightly so as the town is beautifully secluded and unspoilt - lying quite far from the main coastal road and almost entirely within the shadow of the Hangklip, which marks the south-eastern point of False Bay. The naturally...

Sedgefield is a lovely seaside village that is entirely surrounded by lakes and sand dunes covered in fynbos. It lies in the heart of what is known as South Africa's Lakes District and is well known for its pristine beaches, water sports and paragliding. Sedgefield is located between Knysna and George along the beautiful Garden Route. To the west of Sedgefield lies Swartvlei, a popular camping and fishing destination. To the east lies Groenvlei, a freshwater lake famous for bass fishing.  Groenvlei forms part of the Goukamma Nature Reserve that stretches across to the Goukamma River estuary at Buffalo Bay, and all along the coast.  Sun bathers and fisherman alike...

The town of Somerset West is located in the Western Cape province of South Africa.  Set in the Helderberg area which is formerly called Hottentots Holland, Somerset West is about 50 km east of Cape Town and 10 km from the ocean side suburb of Strand.  Somerset West is overlooked by the imposing Helderberg which forms a part of the Hottentots-Holland mountain range.  The world Helderberg means 'clear mountain'. History of Somerset West, Western Province (South Africa) The land was initially bought from local people and a cattle post was established in this region of South Africa by Dutch soldiers in 1672.  A town was set up around the Lourens River and the farm of...

De Zalze Winelands Golf Estate, Stellenbosch This exceptional and secure 300ha estate is located on the southern fringe of Stellenbosch. It houses an 18-hole championship golf course as well as a tastefully decorated club house with its own restaurant, the award-winning Kleine Zalze winery, Terroir Restaurant and much much more... The mountain views are magnificent to say the least and the Blaauwklippen River runs 'through it'. 120 hectares are planted to impeccable vineyards that form the backdrop to the stately, pristine residences on the estate. The rural and tranquil atmosphere is supplemented by a number of dams and plenty of olive trees and indigenous...

STELLENBOSCH, DE ZALZE WINELANDS GOLF ESTATE AND SURROUNDS Stellenbosch and surrounds is one of the most exquisite regions in South Africa boasting majestic mountains and outstretched vineyard landscapes resulting in awe-inspiring views and a sense of space like no other. The historic town is situated in the Western Cape's Coastal Region adjoining the City of Cape Town and is just 52km from Cape Town (40 minutes driving time). By representing more than 200 wine and grape farms within the boundaries of the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin classification it is not only one of the most exciting premier tourist attractions in the Western Cape, but is undoubtedly...

The most southern beach area of South Africa, is n safe fortress for a few priviledged families. The total size of this exclusive residential area of Cape Agulhas is approximately 1.4 square kilometers, surrounded by the Agulhas National Park. Understandably the mission of the residents in this suburb is one of absolute awareness of, love for and conservation of nature. The pebble beach offers a unique experience of listening to the voice of the ocean while the many rock pools host an indescribable variety of sea life.

Lying in the centre of a flourishing apple-growing region, which also happens to produce grapes, onions, peaches and apricots, it's not hard to imagine Villiersdorp's prettiness and its attraction to visitors. Villiersdorp lies between the N1 and the N2 on the R43 in the Cape Overberg Region, in a valley accessed by one of four spectacular mountain passes. Nature lovers can take a guided walking, cycling or driving tour through Villiersdorp and see mountain passes, historic farms, rivers, dams and other points of interest. If you have never seen or hugged an Alpaca, now is the time. A breeding farm just outside town fleece these spitting South American creatures who,...