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The Garden Route
Western Cape -South Africa
The Garden Route
From Mossel
Bay to the mighty Storms River, the Garden
route is the verdant region along the N2 national highway linking Cape
Town and Port
Elizabeth as it meanders through Knysna,
Plettenberg Bay, Sedgefield and Wilderness.
Hop onto the Outeniqua Tjoe-Choo at George
with a picnic breakfast and watch the world go by as you're transported
over wetlands, through forests and along the breathtaking coastline by
one of the last passenger steam trains in use. Arriving in Knysna you
will be just in time for a walkabout of the towns inviting craft and flea
markets before lunch at one of the many deli's or exclusive restaurants.
A haven of tranquility or a bustling market town with a vibrant nightlife
in seasonm, Knysna is the coastal chameleon with everything on offer.
Don't leave without sampling the local oysters, touching tame elephants
at the elephant park and experiencing scenic flight over The Heads
- the twin sandstone cliffs at the mouth of the Knysna lagoon.
Plattenberg Bay is another crowd pleaser, catering
for a wide range of tastes and budgets. The town woos one and all
with its startling natural splendour between forest and sea, offering
world class premium hotels, guest houses, restaurants and self catering
accommodation.
The areas spectacular rivers, beaches and bay are ideal for all
types of watersports including sailing, rock and surf fishing,and
scuba diving. If its a day soaking up the sun, riding the waves,fishing
or browsing the lifestyle shops you're after, Plettenberg is guarenteed
to please.
If it is serious rest and recuperation you are after, head to the laid
back resort towns of Wilderness and Sedgefield
between George
and Knysna.
An endearing sleepy coastal village with abundant
natural attractions, make these perfect downtime destinations and if wave
gazing makes you restless, the more vibey centres are just a scenic drive
away. But don't be seduced by the bright lights of the bigger towns before
taking in the views at the famous 'Map of AfricaViewpoint' and Dolphin
Point, where you might catch a glimpse of a whale or a dolphin as you
gaze across the miles and miles of ocean.
Before you leave the Western Cape heading towards Port
Elizabeth and the Eastern Cape, you'll find yourself in the
wonderland of the Tsitsikamma forest, home of the giant Outeniqua yellowwood.
One of the most succesful species in existance, this enormous tree has
survived unchanged for millions of years. The hiking trails and walks
in this area are legendary, with the famous Otter Trail being booked out
years in advance. For the less energetic, there are more sedate ways of
enjoying the natural beauty of the area with camp sites, guest houses
and self catering accommodation providing for the intrepid hikers.
From the salty air of coastal hamlets to the refined breezes of
the winelands, the Western Cape dazzles with its rich diversity.
There is always something new to discover around the next bend in
the road and the surpises weave together to form the impossibly
rich tapestry that is the Western Cape Experience.
Sea Front Guest Villa's Self Catering
Western Cape,Garden Route, Tel: +27 (0)82 805 5899
www.seafrontvillas.co.za
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