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Garden Route

The Garden Route in the Western Cape is one of South Africa's main tourist attractions and is generally thought to stretch from Mossel Bay to St Francis along the Indian ocean and also includes parts of the inland.
The central part of the Garden Route is formed by the coastline of the Indian ocean. To the north it is bordered by the Little Karoo, a semi-desert region.

George

is the main gateway to the beautiful Garden Route. It is the sixth oldest town in South Africa and very centrally situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. Cradled by the Outeniqua mountains to the north and the Indian ocean to the south, George is an ideal town from which to explore the area’s many scenic attractions – be it on the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe train, on walks and hikes on the George and Cradock Peaks, on a boat fishing, or pushing a cart across the golf courses at Fancourt. Rich in historical landmarks, such as the Slave Tree and the King Edward VII Library, George retains a small-town character without compromising on a sophisticated infrastructure.

Knysna

is the pearl of the scenic Garden Route, is situated between George and Plettenberg Bay. Perennially green thanks to a Mediterranean Maritime climate with rain falling throughout the year, Knysna is mantled by indigenous forests extending into the Tsitsikamma National Park area. Nestled between the impressive Outeniqua Mountains and the Indian ocean, the culinary capital of oysters and other delectable seafood is a compulsory stopover on every travelers’ itinerary. At the heart of Knysna is a lagoon protected from the sea by the monolithic sandstone best explored on board a catamaran or from along hiking paths in the Featherbed Nature Reserve. A hotspot for art and craft, as well as adventure activities such as tree canopy gliding, kloofing and abseiling, Knysna offers something to everybody.

Plettenberg Bay

(or Plett)is a small coastal resort which in summer becomes a playground for Rich and famous.It's a good stop off point for the Garden Route if you're looking to be close to the beach and perhaps want to watch some Polo matches.

Mossel Bay

is a small harbour town situated along the Southen Indaian Ocean Coastline. The town is a favourite coastal and holiday destination and has over the years developed into a town of unhurried hospitality, complementing the natural beauty and rich cultural history of the District of Eden. It was here that the first modern Europeans have set foot on southern African shores – commemorated at the Da Gama Museum Complex in the town-centre. Washed by the warm waters of the Indian Ocean, Mossel Bay offers sandy beaches stretching into the horizon, whale watching in season (June – mid November), water sport and extreme adventures. The Bay of Attraction, as Mossel Bay is often referred to, is also a paradise for any shopper hunting for local art and craft or maritime objects, and a hub for good entertainment and exquisite dining on the Garden Route.

Tsitsikamma National Park:

encloses one of the most beautiful coasts in South Africa between Storms River and Nature's Valley. Without any doubt Tsitsikama is one of the top 5 destinations in Africa due to its natural and unspoilt beauty.

Oudtshoorn

is the heart of the Klein Karoo and is famous for its ostrich farms and the nearby Cango Caves.

Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe Steam Train

The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe is a train that travels between George and Knysna, offering tourists a unique experience on a luxury steam train. The train stops at a lot of towns and small little places between Knysna and George, enabling tourists to see the beauty of South Africa, and some interesting museums and historical towns. The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe is the last remaining steam train in Africa that is continually operated and carries passengers. The train travels a scenic route of 67 kilometers through the beautiful garden route. The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe winds through some amazing scenery that cannot be seen from the road ,and provides scenes for some awesome photography. Forests, hills covered with ferns, lakes, streams and the Knysna lagoon. Tunnels and cuttings are not excluded and provides an awesome and picturesque view of the true South African beauty.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 
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