Attractions IN Botrivier
Landmarks / Mountain Passes
Van Der Stel Pass
The Van der Stel Pass lies between Bot River and Villiersdorp, a beautiful pass that takes one via the Theewaterskloof Dam. This part of the Overberg is filled with flowers, birds and wines, with scenery to match. The Bot River, after which the little ...
Attractions AROUND Botrivier
Beaches
Cape Overberg Beaches
While much of the Cape Overberg is inland, there are a number of spectacular beaches to be found here. Hermanus is a coastal town known for its excellent whale-watching opportunities. It is also home to some of the magnificent beaches that have earned it ...
Natural Wonders
Cape Whale Coast
The coming of the whales to the Cape Overberg coastline, also known as the Cape Whale Coast, every year between June and November, not only creates a stir, but brings to our shores a large, intelligent and remarkable giant of the sea and the only mammal ...
Wine Estates
Elgin Valley Wine Estates
The Elgin Valley is home to a number of wine farms, which do so well as a result of the cool climate, low pH of the soil and plentiful rainfall. Some of the farms include well known labels like Arumdale, Beaumont, Elgin Ridge, Highlands Road Estate, Oak ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Green Mountain Eco Route
Based on the Overberg Tourism map, the Green Mountain Eco Route starts on the other side of Sir Lowry's Pass, as you enter Elgin Valley on the N2, from Cape Town. The Green Mountain Eco route is not only home to the world's first biodiversity wine route ...
Botanical Gardens
Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
The Harold Porter National Botanical Garden lies in the epicentre (heart) of the Cape fynbos region - a dedication to this natural shrubland vegetation with 10 hectares of cultivated fynbos garden, and a further 190 hectares of natural fynbos to gratify ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Hemel-en-Aarde Valley
Directly translated from the Afrikaans, Hemel-en-Aarde means 'heaven-and-earth' and, certainly for those who live there, the valley is often described as, literally, Heaven on Earth. It is through this sumptuous valley that the Hermanus Wine Route ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes
Houwhoek Pass
To reach Houwhoek Pass, on the tarred N2, you will have to crest Sir Lowry's Pass first. In fact, there is a 25 kilometre stretch of road between the two passes, known as Cole's Pass, to add further confusion to the mix. All in all, this mountainous part ...
Lakes / Dams / Nature Reserves
Theewaterskloof Dam
On the Sonderend River close to the little town of Villiersdorp lies Theewaterskloof Dam. It is a large, sprawling, remarkably unround dam that lies on the R45 that links Villiersdorp to Franschhoek. Parts of the drive past the dam are almost surreal ...
Botanical Gardens
Venster Kloof Nature Garden
Venster Kloof Nature Garden, also known as the Caledon Wildflower Garden, is a wonderful space in which to spend a little time. It is called Venster Kloof not only because it lies just on the edge of the kloof of that name, but also after a particularly ...
Activities / Wine Routes
Walker Bay Wine Route
Walker Bay, a 45 minute drive from Cape Town, has become a fashionable region to visit, particularly with the establishment of over a dozen wineries in and around Hermanus, already popular for its whale spotting between June and November. The ...
Activities / Miscellaneous / Whale Route
Whale Watching in Walker Bay
Walker Bay – heart of the whale coast. The waters between Hermanus and Pearly Beach attract hundreds of whales annually to the shallow waters of this coastline, also known as the whale coast. Daily sightings of these giant beasts of the sea, certainly in ...
... and a little further afield
Landmarks / National Parks / Nature Reserves
Agulhas National Park
Lying in what is known as the Agulhas Plain at the southernmost tip of Africa is the Agulhas National Park, just 45 kilometres from the popular village of Gansbaai. This might be the meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, but the Agulhas ...
Golf Courses
Arabella Golf Club
Set in the Majestic Kogelberg mountain range and bordered by the Bot Rivier Lagoon is the Arabella Golf Course with its tricky bunkers, immaculate Kikuyu fairways and inventive water hazards it is of little wonder that the course has consistently been ...
Entertainment / Miscellaneous / Popular Tourist Routes
Baardskeerdersbos Art Route
The artist's village of Baardskeerdersbos, more commonly known to locals simply as Bbos, lies on a dirt road somewhere between Stanford and Wolvengat. Most commonly it is accessed via the road that takes you past Grootbos Nature Reserve and Platbos ...
Marine Protected Areas
Betty's Bay Marine Protected Area
Betty's Bay MPA lies adjacent to the popular seaside town of Betty's Bay and the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, both managed by CapeNature. It protects a diverse number of habitats – from rocky shores and exposed sandy beaches, to subtidal ...
Nature Reserves
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area lies in the beautiful Langeberg Mountains, over 14 000 hectares that is, in turn, part of the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve. It is regarded as a hiker's domain, a great space in which to scale peaks to reach views that are ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Caledon Blue Crane Route
The Caledon farmers grouped together to protect the Blue Crane bird and increase tourism in the area, establishing the Caledon Blue Crane Route, which allows visitors to see the blue crane in its natural environment, and encouraging the blue crane onto ...
Beaches
Cape Agulhas Beaches
Cape Agulhas is a rocky headland with some gorgeous beaches, making it a stunning weekend getaway for travellers along the Garden Route or those exploring the Cape Overberg. The Cape Agulhas region is home to the coastal towns of Arniston, L'Agulhas, ...
Marine Protected Areas
De Hoop Marine Protected Area
De Hoop Marine Protected Area (MPA) lies adjacent to the De Hoop Nature Reserve on the Cape Overberg coastline, protecting 253 km² between Stillbaai Point and Ryspunt, and extending three nautical miles offshore. Marine protected areas ...
Nature Reserves
De Hoop Nature Reserve
The De Hoop Nature Reserve is approximately 34 000 ha in size and one of the largest natural areas managed by Cape Nature Conservation. It is a favourite destination for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers and during the winter and early summer months, whale ...
Nature Reserves
De Mond Nature Reserve
As its name suggests De Mond Nature Reserve lies at a river mouth – the Heuningnes River - in the curve of a natural bay, almost halfway between the coastal towns of Arniston and Struis Bay. The De Mond estuary has remained relatively undisturbed and ...
Botrivier as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Baardskeerdersbos, Barrydale, Bettys Bay, Buffeljagsrivier, Caledon, Cape Agulhas, De Hoop, De Kelders, Elgin, Fisherhaven, Franskraal, Gansbaai, Grabouw, Greyton, Hawston, Heidelberg, Hermanus, Kleinbaai, Kleinmond, Malgas, Onrus, Pearly Beach, Pringle Bay, Riviersonderend, Rooi Els, Sandbaai, Stanford, Suiderstrand, Suurbraak, Swellendam, Tesselaarsdal, Vermont, Villiersdorp, Witsand
Staying Overnight
Houw Hoek Hotel
Houw Hoek Hotel is the oldest licensed hotel in South Africa. Relax alongside one of two refreshing swimming pools whilst taking in the tranquil ...
Nguni House at Cornellskop
Nguni House, situated in the picturesque Van der Stel Pass Valley at Cornellskop Farm Stay, a 118-hectare farm that offers guests a tranquil farm...
Barton Villas
Barton Farm is located near Botriver in the heart of the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. The views from the villas are of the surrounding mountains,...
Eyrie House
Eyrie House can be found on Porcupine Hills Farm and offers a truly comfortable, luxurious and stylish stay, perfect for indoor and outdoor livin...
Beaumont Stables Cottage
Beaumont Stables Cottage is located on a working wine and fruit farm and offers comfortable accommodation in Botrivier. Surrounded by wine, wheat...
Southern Yurts Botanica Cabin
Enjoy panoramic views from a private vantage point and stargaze from your private wood-fired hot tub. Outdoors, you can use the large undercover ...
Dove Villa @ Barton
Dove Villa @ Barton offers Botrivier accommodation at Barton Vineyards in the heart of the Kogelberg National Park. This villa is set further awa...
Old Mac Daddy
Part wholesome caravan park, part designer farm lodge, Old Mac Daddy Trailer Hotel is a new chapter in adventure, escapism and pure relaxation. C...
Swallows Rest at Cornellskop
Swallows Rest, overlooking the dam, this quaint, tiled cottage is stylish and beautifully decorated. Able to accommodate two guests, the cottage ...
Ou Meul Farm House
This Luxury Holiday Home features three bedrooms along with a one-bedroom flat, accommodating up to eight guests. Guests can enjoy indoor and out...
Southern Yurts Forest View
Southern Yurts provides a unique accommodation experience and is located in Botrivier on the Porcupine Hills Guest Farm. The north-facing yurt is...
Swaynekloof Farm
Swaynekloof Farm offers a range of self catering units. The farm has small dams where you can fish, a river where you can go paddling or enjoy pi...
Parrastoel
Parrastoel is the perfect hideout and offers comfortable accommodation for up to six people on the Avani Lodge Private Nature Reserve. The scenic...
Black Eagle Cottage
Black Eagle Cottage offers off the grid accommodation in Botrivier on Kempsrivier Farm. With a wood-fired hot tub on the covered patio it is idea...
Black Eagle Lodge
Come and relish the splendours of this totally private self-catering retreat. (B&B by prior arrangement) Awake to the call of the sugarbird and u...
Plover Villa @ Barton
Plover Villa @ Barton offers Botrivier accommodation at Barton Vineyards in the heart of the Kogelberg National Park. The farm is just one hours'...
Southern Yurts Kestrel Camp
Kestrel Yurt Camp can be found in Botrivier on Porcupine Hills Guest Farm, which is home to a nature conservancy and a small olive growing operat...
Beaumont Mill House
Beaumont Mill House is a self catering holiday home in Botrivier sleeping four adults and two children. The Lounge area has a wood burning heater...
Ou Meul Farm Cottage
This charming cottage features three-bedroom, two bathrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and an open-plan living space, comfortably accommodating u...
Endless Vineyards @ Wildekrans
Endless Vineyards @ Wildekrans offers accommodation on the Wildekrans Boutique Wine Estate, a picturesque 1 000 hectare estate tucked away in the...
Hammerkop @ Barton
Hammerkop @ Barton offers Botrivier accommodation at Barton Vineyards in the heart of the Kogelberg National Park. Hammerkop is perfect for coupl...
Heron Villa @ Barton
Heron Villa @ Barton offers Botrivier accommodation at Barton Vineyards in the heart of the Kogelberg National Park. The farm is just one hours' ...
Beaumont Family Wines
Beaumont Family Wines is situated on a working wine and fruit farm and offers accommodation in two self-catering cottages. The Mill House sleeps ...
Blue Crane @ Barton
Blue Crane @ Barton offers Botrivier accommodation at Barton Vineyards in the heart of the Kogelberg National Park. The farm is just one hours' d...
Southern Yurts River Cabin
Located in a riverine setting within the conservancy, the River Cabin allows guests to enjoy the serene ambiance of a forested environment. The c...
UnderHill Farm
Nestled in the bottom of a valley, between two streams and a vineyard, Underhill Farm offers peaceful accommodation in two separate units. Ancien...
Avani Private Nature Reserve
Avani Lodge is located in Botrivier and offers accommodation in thatched rondawels all named after a mushroom. From here guests are near to mark...
Black Eagle Villa
Situated in the Overberg Mountains outside Caledon, Black Eagle Villa offers accommodation at a farm-style retreat just 90 minutes from Cape Town...
Beaumont Pepper Tree
Beaumont Pepper Tree is located on a working wine and fruit farm and offers comfortable accommodation in Botrivier. Surrounded by wine, wheat and...
Porcupine Hills Farmhouse
Perfect for couples or families, Porcupine Hills Farmhouse is situated on a hillside with views of the cliff, olive groves and the surrounding hi...
Truffle Cottage
Truffle is the perfect two-bedroom hideout and offers comfortable accommodation in Botrivier for four people. It consists of a spacious entertain...
Southern Yurts Malachite Camp
Malachite Yurt Camp in Botrivier is situated on Porcupine Hills Guest Farm, which is home to both a small olive growing operation and a nature co...
Cornellskop Homestead
Able to accommodate 12 guests, The Homestead is a stylish, elegantly decorated multi-storey house with six bedrooms and four bathrooms as well as...
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