 - Grabouw
Apple, mountain bike and adventure country.
- Greyton Overberg
Greyton is rural tranquillity and quaint country scenes. There is a backpackers lodge in town.
- Betty's Bay
Betty's Bay is one of those places that grew up as a holiday home from home. there is a fantastic backpackers in town.
- Kleinmond
Because of its isolation Kleinmond was an outlaws’ stronghold for some 200 years. Nestled between two estuaries and bordered by fynbos covered mountains and the Atlantic Ocean, Kleinmond is an appetising stop for outdoor enthusiasts. It’s a hikers paradise, and with consistently good swell, not bad for surfers either.
- Hermanus
A favourite weekend getaway spots for people living in Cape Town.
Hermaus has a little bit of everything from long beaches, to whales populating the bay to a rocking nightlife......
- Gansbaai
Named after the wild geese in the area, this small fishing village is renowned for its shark cage diving and spectacular whale watching. The cliffs at De Kelders offer good viewing all the way along the coast to Pearly Beach.
- Bredasdorp
Situated 25km north of Cape Agulhas, Bredasdorp is a centre for wool, grain and dairy farming and lying in the heart of the Overberg, you’ll certainly know that you are in the “bread basket” of Africa…
- NapierWC
A tranquil and quirky country village.
- Cape Agulhas
Cape Agulhas backpackers is set at the true southernmost tip of the continent. Is it really where the two oceans meet? Go there to see for yourself.
- Arniston
This lovely little fishing village is set against an backdrop of impossibly blue seas and whitewashed cottages. Meander down to the harbour and choose a fish fresh off the boats, or take a walk to the caves and shout something you’d like to hear a few times.
- Riversdale
Set halfway between Cape Town and Knysna, this little town boasts some classic country attractions.
- Montagu Western Cape
Montagu is situated on Route 62, the road to wine and roses, this charming little village lies snoozing in the embrace of the mountains.
- Witsand
Known as the whale nursery of the East Coast, with the largest concentration of whales on the South African coastline, Witsand is at the mouth of the Breede River. It’s a peaceful town with excellent fishing.
- Swellendam
Swellendam lies beneath some of the most spectacular peaks in the Langeberg range. These peaks used to be used as sundials by the farmers who called them 10, 11, 12 and 1 o'clock. Today, old oak trees, wide roads and whitewashed homesteads recall Swellendam’s past as a frontier town. From here there’s easy access to a myriad outdoor wilderness experiences.
- Barrydale
Barrydale is situated at the top of the Tradouw pass and is on the R62
RobertsonRobertson lies on the Breede River Valley which is on Route 62. It is one of the longest wine routes in the world. Robertson is filled with adventure and wine...
Situated in the Breede River Valley where wine, roses and racehorses flourish, the little town of Robertson is on Route 62, one of the longest wine routes in the world. Outdoor enthusiasts will find mountains to bike, climb and hike, rivers to canoe and horses to ride - not to mention bird-filled nature reserves and 4x4 routes to explore. Famed for its stately stud farms, this "valley of wine and roses" is responsible for 10% of South Africa’s vineyards, so hunt down some great wines at groovy prices.some great wines at groovy prices.
Places to Stay - Robertson Backpackers
This backpackers in Robertson is a friendly spot and a great base for exploring Route 62.
Feeling lucky? (randomly selected service providers from all regions)Ferdinand’s Tours and AdventuresJoin Ferdinand's for fun and funky backpacker adventure day tours. (Addo Elephant Park,Cape Town) Arbeiten in KapstadtScore a job or munch a meal. (,Cape Town) Carnival Court BackpackersA grand backpacking building in the thick of Cape Town city centres , within waltzing distance of almost everything a Cape Town city slicker could need. (Cape Town City Centre,Cape Town) Karma BackpackersA perfectly peaceful position - with mountains all around. (Kestell,Drakensberg Backpacker Hostels) Swellendam Backpackers LodgeNestled at the foot of the magnificent Langeberg Mountains, Swellendam Backpackers is set on a massive property with its own mountain stream. (Swellendam,Overberg ) Nelspruit Sun LodgeThe lodge is within walking distance of pubs, shops, banks and taxis. (Nelspruit,Mpumalanga) The Mushroom Farm CampsiteHigh up on the plateau with spectacular views, they are within easy reach of Livingstonia and Manchewe Falls. (The Kruger National Park,Malawi) Adrenaline Tours - Garden RouteDo the Garden Route and get high on adrenaline. (,Garden Route) Nature’s Way BackpackersNature's Way borders on the Siyayi Coastal Park in Mtunzini, 132km north of Durban. (Mtunzini,Zululand) Bamboozi BackpackersTheyare hidden in the heart of coconut groves next to the beach. (Inhambane and Tofo,Mozambique)
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