Attractions IN/AROUND Onrus
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 ...
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
Hermanus New Harbour
Hermanus' New Harbour lies west of town, alongside the township Zwelihle and close to the western end of Westcliff Road. The well-known Old Harbour, by comparison, lies close to Gearing's Point - the town's main promenade, now strewn with outdoor ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Hoys Koppie
By definition, a koppie is a small hill on an otherwise flat area, and Hoy's Koppie certainly earns its name by this account. This little treasure is dramatic in its stature, beautiful for its fauna and flora, and thrilling to ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Overberg Fynbos Route
The Overberg Fynbos Route, also known as the Southern Overberg Fynbos Route, is a route put together by a group of land owners in the southern Overberg, with the intention of promoting an area rich in fynbos, beauty, nature reserves and pretty towns ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes / Popular Tourist Routes
Rotary Way
Rotary Way may be a short route, but it is one that showcases some of Hermanus' loveliest views within a space of just a few kilometres. It is a partially tarred road and climbs 188 metres up the mountains and ...
Nature Reserves
Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy
Part of the value of this conservancy is that it is the natural hub of a range of endangered and rare fynbos species and habitats. So many of these are otherwise decimated or damaged by urbanisation, agriculture, alien species, deforestation, and ...
Nature Reserves
Walker Bay Nature Reserve
Extending along a stretch of coast between the town of De Kelders and the Hermanus Lagoon, the Walker Bay Nature Reserve lies just 3 kilometres from Gansbaai, east of Hermanus on the Danger Point Peninsula. One can get into the reserve at Stanford, via ...
Wine Estates
Walker Bay Wine Estates
The Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley is one of the most productive regions in terms of the production of wines. It has the ideal climate, as the icy wind from the Atlantic Ocean cools it down. In addition, the mountains, which surround the ...
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 ...
Landmarks / Museums
Whale House Museum
As the acclaimed home of the whales between around June and December, Hermanus celebrates these cetaceans in many ways, not least of all at the Whale House Museum. Here, the mysteries of their behaviour, migration, diet, reproduction and ...
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, ...
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 ...
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 km˛ 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 ...
Onrus as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Baardskeerdersbos, Barrydale, Bettys Bay, Botrivier, Buffeljagsrivier, Caledon, Cape Agulhas, De Hoop, De Kelders, Elgin, Fisherhaven, Franskraal, Gansbaai, Grabouw, Greyton, Hawston, Heidelberg, Hermanus, Kleinbaai, Kleinmond, Malgas, Pearly Beach, Pringle Bay, Riviersonderend, Rooi Els, Sandbaai, Stanford, Suiderstrand, Suurbraak, Swellendam, Tesselaarsdal, Vermont, Villiersdorp, Witsand
Staying Overnight
Strandloper Self-Catering
Strandloper Self-catering is a family friendly establishment situated in Onrus; a coastal retreat with unspoiled surroundings, quiet charm and wa...
The Atlantic
The Atlantic is a front-row four-bedroom, three-bathroom holiday home in Onrus, Hermanus, with breathtaking ocean views. The double-storey house ...
Onrus River Cottage
Onrus River Cottage is located on the Onrus River in the small exclusive suburb known as Bosplassie. The one bedroom cottage contains two three-q...
The Onrus Homestead
Experience outstanding accommodation in the picturesque town of Hermanus, where each stay offers an unforgettable mix of comfort, style, and uniq...
Oude Schuur Boutique Guesthouse
The Oude Schuur Boutique is a fabulous guesthouse in Onrus offering high end, affordable accommodation in our luxury suites. Choose from our six ...
Villa Elaine
Villa Elaine is a modern style beach house situated in the popular seaside neighborhood of Onrus and is ideal for a coastal holiday with family a...
Riverside 18
Located in Onrus, Riverside 18 is a beautiful, double storey holiday house with amazing views, sleeping up to 6 guests. It has everything that yo...
Stamford on Sea
Stamford on Sea is a luxurious, multi-level holiday home in Onrus, Hermanus. The home is a stone's throw away from Davies Pool, walking distance ...
Onrus Mountain Escape
Onrus Mountain Escape is a charming and luxury self-catering holiday home located on the mountainside in Onrus River. The home boasts picturesque...
Protea Escape
Protea Escape is located on the Onrus Island and is the perfect home for a Hermanus self catering holiday. The beautiful white sands on Onrus Bea...
Nerf-Af French Villa
Nerf-Af French Villa offers luxury accommodation in Onrusriver, a coastal enclave in the picturesque Overberg region. Located on a seaside strip,...
Kennedys Beach Villa
Opulence, elegance and romance completely describes this magnificent star graded villa situated on the beach at Onrus, Hermanus. Views are specta...
40 on McFarlane
40 On McFarlane is an unpretentious but comfortable family holiday home in Onrus, centrally situated in the Hermanus suburb of Onrus River. It h...
Vue La Mer
Nestled in the charming suburb of Onrus in Hermanus, this 4-bedroom holiday home (sleeps ten guests) boasts sweeping ocean vistas that will leave...
Ocean View
Ocean View is the ideal getaway from the hustle and bustle of the busy city life. It offers Hermanus self catering with amazing sea views from th...
Nerf-af Cottage
Located in Onrus, Nerf - Af Cottage is a charming holiday home that can accommodate five adults and a child. Onrus is a wonderful holiday destina...
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