Attractions IN Velddrif
Lakes / Dams / Landmarks
Berg River Estuary
Rated as one of three top estuaries in South Africa, in terms of conservation, the Berg River Estuary starts 69 km upstream of its mouth in Velddrif on the West Coast. It is one of only four perennial estuaries on this dry coast and its lower reaches ...
Miscellaneous / Popular Tourist Routes
Berg River Region
North of the Berg River lie the little towns of Piketberg, Porterville, Wittewater, Goedverwacht, Veddrif, Aurora, Eendekuil and Redelinghuys. Known collectively as the Berg River region, the towns fall into an area that moves from the icy waters of the ...
Nature Reserves
Rocherpan Nature Reserve
Rocherpan enthusiasts who head off along the West Coast to visit this nature reserve near Velddrif will possibly mention to you that the bird life is incredible, but what they will not reveal is that it is also a wonderful setting in which to spot ...
Attractions AROUND Velddrif
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Nature Reserves
Bird Island Nature Reserve
The world's most accessible Cape gannet colony can be found on an island, linked to Lambert's Bay by a breakwater wall. Bird Island also gives shelter to thousands of cormorants and penguins, whilst Cape fur seals can still be found on the rocks on the ...
National Parks / Nature Reserves
Cape Columbine Nature Reserve
Although often referred to as lying in Paternoster, the Cape Columbine Nature Reserve, more often referred to by locals as Tietiesbaai, lies just south west of the popular weekend town, its manual lighthouse - the last of its kind - a draw card to many ...
Beaches
Cape West Coast Beaches
The Cape West Coast is home to a number of little fishing villages, complete with the homes that date back to the fishing industry of yesteryear. The main settlements along the coast are Yzerfontein, Langebaan, Paternoster, St Helena Bay, and Saldanha ...
Beaches / Natural Wonders / Nature Reserves
Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve
Stretching all the way from Diep River in Milnerton, to the Berg River close to Velddrif on the West Coast, the Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve (CWCBR) was designated as such by UNESCO in 2000. The beautiful area of the Cape Floristic Region is deemed ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Activities
Cape West Coast Biosphere Trails
Cape West Coast Biosphere Trails – slackpacker trails on the West Coast! The Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve (CWCBR) is a recognised UNESCO Biosphere Reserve, one of only 6 in South Africa and just over 600 world-wide. It extends from Diep River in ...
Popular Tourist Routes / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Flamingo Birding Route
The West Coast stretches from Cape Town's northerly Atlantic suburbs to the coastal wetlands of the Olifants River. Whilst spring flowers have received the focus of tourism to this part of the coastline, it is birding that is now slowly coming to the ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Nature Reserves
Postberg Flower Reserve
The Postberg Flower Reserve is not always available for you to visit. Even though it forms part of the West Coast National Park, this part of it is disturbed as little as possible so that, when spring comes, great swathes of flowers can erupt in ...
Activities / Popular Tourist Routes
West Coast 3 Day Itinerary
Our suggestions for a self-drive, three day trip up the Cape West Coast with ideas on what to do and where to stay! Note that this is a Three-day itinerary for the West Coast – OUT of flower season! Leave Cape Town via the R27 – there is a lot to do en ...
Activities / Popular Tourist Routes
West Coast 5 Day Itinerary
Anyone with any knowledge of the flowers will tell you that to see them at their best, you need to drive with the sun at your back. What this means is that you should drive all the way up to at least Vanrhynsdorp or Nieuwoudtville to start your route ...
Archaeological / Natural Wonders
West Coast Fossil Park
For the visitor, the highlight of the West Coast Fossil Park is the 'live' exhibit of an ongoing excavation of early Pliocene fossils (fossils from 5 million years ago). There are daily guided tours that give a background to the fossils and the climatic ...
National Parks / Nature Reserves
West Coast National Park
Just inland from the secluded harbour of Saldanha Bay one finds the azure waters of the Langebaan Lagoon, focal point of the West Coast National Park. Thousands of seabirds roost on sheltered islands, pristine golden beaches stretch endlessly into the ...
... and a little further afield
Popular Tourist Routes / Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Bird Island Penguin Colony
Bird Island is the third largest African penguin colony and, in terms of numbers, important for the survival of the penguin - there were 2 600 pairs when counted in 2011. It forms the other half of the paired fishing exclusion experiment (with St Croix) ...
Nature Reserves
Darling Renosterveld Reserve
Situated in the village of Darling, the Renosterveld Reserve, which you will find at the top of the village on a hill just behind the Darling Primary School, is run by the local municipality and forms part of the Darling commanage. Donated by the local ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Darling Wind Farm
On the hills just outside Darling, roughly 70 kilometres from Cape Town, stand four wind-generated mills. It's known as an Eskom demonstrator site, which means it's something of a learning platform for the development of the wind energy industry in South ...
Wine Estates
Darling Wine Estates
The Darling Wine Route continues to delight more and more tourists every year. The wines produced here are of a fabulous quality, thanks to the beautiful weather and soils. Local labels include Tukulu, Darling Cellars and Groote Post. Many of the wine ...
Wine Routes
Darling Wine Route
Although traditionally part of the Swartland, Darling is now a demarcated wine district and home to her own wine route, including five wine cellars all of which benefit from the cool breezes off the Atlantic Ocean and the long, hot summers to produce ...
Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Popular Tourist Routes
Dassen Island Penguin Colony
Shaped like a flattened whale, its fins viewable on either side, when seen from the air, Dassen Island lies off the Cape West Coast region near Yzerfontein. Just a century ago Dassen Island was home to over a million African penguins and the largest ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Donkergat Whaling Station
Saldanha is one of the charming towns perched along the Cape West Coast of South Africa, known for its gorgeous coastline and unique vegetation. But, it was once also an epicentre for whaling or whale hunting; long ...
Game Farms / Game Parks / Game Reserves / Nature Reserves
Elandsfontein Private Reserve - CLOSED
One is not even aware that there is a private game reserve on the far side of the West Coast National Park (to the right, roughly speaking, of the R27, 30 kilometres past the Yzerfontein turnoff, as opposed to the park on the right) from Cape Town. But ...
Mountain Passes
Gifberg Pass
The Gifberg Pass connects Vanrhynsdorp to the top of the Matsikamma Mountain, roughly 20 km south of Vanrhynsdorp. The pass breasts a flat-topped mountain called Maskam that forms part of the Matzikamma mountain range (Maskam lies at its ...
Nature Reserves
Grotto Bay Coastal Nature Reserve
Head up the West Coast from Cape Town for roughly 60 kilometres and you will find Grotto Bay Coastal Nature Reserve. It's a 500 hectare private nature reserve filled with walking trails, birds, the possibility of sighting whales, unpolluted skies and, ...
Velddrif as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Britannia Bay, Darling, Doringbaai, Dwarskersbos, Elands Bay, Grotto Bay, Jacobsbaai, Kraalbaai, Laaiplek, Lamberts Bay, Langebaan, Lutzville, Mamre, Nuwerus, Paternoster, Philadelphia, Port Owen, Redelinghuys, Saldanha, Shelley Point, St Helena Bay, Stompneusbaai, Strandfontein, Vanrhynsdorp, Vredenburg, Vredendal, Yzerfontein
Staying Overnight
Holiday Beach House
Perched on the shoreline of Laaiplek, Velddrif, Holiday Beach House offers an exceptional self-catering experience with unobstructed ocean vistas...
The River House Velddrif
Nestled on the banks of the Berg River in Velddrif, River House offers a charming self-catering haven perfect for families or groups of friends s...
Casa Del Mar East Studio
Casa del Mar East Studio is a splendid beachfront property, thoughtfully designed to offer exceptional comfort for two guests. Enjoy the perfect ...
Skuurtjies
Skuurtjies is a 4-bedroom holiday home in Dwarskersbos. Whether you're in Velddrif for work or leisure, this house is an excellent choice for you...
Esprit da Sea
Esprit da Sea is a free-standing, 3-bedroom holiday home in Dwarskesbos which is ideal for 6 guests looking for a tranquil, self-catering breakaw...
The Patrician
Situated just 100m from the sea, The Patrician is a luxury holiday home for six guests in Dwarskersbos. The focus is on luxury for the discerning...
Noordewind
Noordewind is a double-storey, self-catering, seafront holiday home offering accommodation in Dwarskersbos for up to six guests. The house is pet...
Estelles Haven
Estelle's Haven is a luxurious beachfront residence providing spacious and comfortable self-catering accommodation with uninterrupted ocean vista...
Slakkepas 34
Slakkepas 34 is a self-catering house situated in the seaside town of Dwarskersbos, on the West Coast. The house is in a security complex with a ...
Marina View
Nestled on the ground floor of a picturesque complex in Velddrif's Port Owen, Marina View offers a delightful self-catering experience with stunn...
Beach Ruhls
Beach Ruhls is a charming, beachfront double-storey self-catering holiday home in Dwarskersbos. The house is ideal for guests looking for comfort...
Verde Oceano
Verde Oceano is a holiday home for eight guests in the seaside village of Dwarskersbos, on the West Coast. The holiday home offers an ideal beach...
JubelnJuig
JubelnJuig offers self catering accommodation in Dwarskersbos on the Cape West Coast. JubelnJuig sleeps four guests and consists of one large bed...
Sand & See
This charming two-bedroom, two-bathroom holiday apartment in Dwarskersbos offers a partial sea view, conveniently located within walking distance...
Kingfisher Heads 17
Situated in a secure complex in Velddrif, Kingfisher Heads 17 provides accommodation for four guests. The complex is close to the river, restaura...
Mandoryn Nege
Mandoryn Nege is a holiday home located in Velddrif on the Cape West Cost. The double storey home accommodates 8 guests. It lies on the canal and...
Fisherman's Rest
Fisherman's Rest offers comfortable accommodation in the seaside town of Velddrif. This old fishing cottage can sleep up to six guests in three b...
Olive's Nest
Nestled along the picturesque Berg River in Port Owen, Velddrif, Olive's Nest offers a serene escape for couples or solo travelers seeking respit...
The Den on Plover
Nestled in the charming fishing town of Velddrif on South Africa's West Coast, The Den on Plover offers a unique self-catering experience in a th...
Beach Villa @ Tenfifty
BeachVilla @ Tenfifty is a seaside retreat located in Bloumosselstrand, just a short walk from the beach, as well as nearby restaurants and shops...
Slakkepas 61
Slakkepas 61 is a self-catering house situated in the seaside town of Dwarskersbos, on the West Coast. The house is in a security complex with a ...
Skoenlapper
Skoenlapper is a holiday home in Port Owen. This home is perfect for a family wanting to get away in a peaceful area with amazing views and is pe...
Casa Del Mar West Studio
Casa del Mar West Studio features one bedroom with a king-size extra-long bed. There is a kitchenette including a fridge, air fryer, microwave, t...
Velddrif Riverside Guesthouse
Located next to the Berg River Estuary in Velddrif, Velddrif Riverside offers 4 self catering units sleeping 2-4 guests. An ideal destination for...
Riviera Hotel and Chalets
Riviera Hotel and Chalets offers a memorable stay and true West Coast hospitality. The accommodation offers single and double en-suite rooms with...
Langpouse Riverside Retreat
Situated along the scenic banks of Velddrif, Langpouse offers an idyllic self-catering retreat with expansive river and garden vistas. This tranq...
Laaiplek Hotel
The Laaiplek Hotel is situated in the harbour area on the banks of the Berg River. The hotel offers a view best described as tranquil, yet fascin...
L'Ermitage Quagga Lodge
Enjoy Velddrif accommodation on the banks of the Berg River, at the luxurious L'Ermitage Quagga Lodge. Here you will be treated to an unspoiled C...
River Tides Guest House
Situated in Velddrif, River Tides Guest House offers comfortable Cape Town accommodation. The establishment offers a number of water sports facil...
Russells on the Port
Russells on the Port offers accommodation in six luxurious en-suite bedrooms, each individually decorated and outfitted with all the essential cr...
Gert se Huys
Gert se Huys is a self-catering holiday home in Dwarskersbos, tastefully furnished and offering three bedrooms with three bathrooms. The kitchen ...
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