Wednesday, March 10, 2010

Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar, Mossel Bay


Garden Route Wine Cellar

Jakkalsvlei Private Wine Cellar is situated at the foot of the majestic mountains surrounding the picturesque village of Herbertsdale on the Garden Route. It is here in Herbertsdale near Mossel Bay where you will find one of the Garden Route’s best kept secrets!


Wine tour in Garden Route

When traveling in the Western Cape of South Africa a wine tour is almost always on the itinerary. Especially in the Cape Wine lands but now Jakkalsvlei in Herbetsdale near Mossl Bay in the Garden Route is a definite must to visit!


Wine tasting in the Garden Route

With the opening of Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar in Herbetsdale near Mossl Bay visitors and locals now have the opportunity to visit a private cellar in the Garden Route. Here at Jakkalsvlei wine tasting can be enjoyed in beautiful surroundings of an unspoilt part of the Garden Route.


Wines from the Garden Route

Why are wines from Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar in Garden Route so popular? The Fine soils and ideal climate on the southern and northern slopes of the surrounding mountains combine to allow for the cultivation of quality grapes with great fruit concentration.


Things to do and places to visit in Mossel Bay
Jakkalsvlei is one of places that are a must to visit in the Mossel Bay area. The farm is family friendly and visitors are invited to enjoy the tranquil farm atmosphere. Bring your own picnic basket or order a Cheese Platter with figs & olives from the friendly staff at Jakkalsvlei. The more active who are looking for adventurous things to do can cycle to Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar or even take a stole between the vineyards or enjoy the hiking trail on the farm


Pick your own grapes
Every year from about 15 February to 15 March when you can pick your own grapes (Hanepoort) at Jakkalsvlei.

For more information on Jakkalsvlei Private Cellar click here

Tuesday, March 9, 2010

Budget Van Rental – Garden Route


Garden Route - Vehicle Hire

Visiting the Garden Route and Klein Karoo and need to hire a vehicle?


Competitive rates on vehicle rentals

Budget Van Rental provides competitive rates on reliable vehicle rentals from as little as one day. Longer rentals are available at special discounted rates.


Rental of bakkies, 4X4’s and 14-seaters

Budget Van Rental offers a range of 1 ton bakkies, 4X4’s and 14-seaters (taxi’s) available for rental. The larger fleet includes panel vans and trucks which can be rented on request.


Budget Van Rental George

Budget Van Rental is conveniently situated at George airport, central to all towns in the area. They deliver to George, Mossel Bay, Oudtshoorn, Knysna and Plettenberg Bay at competitive rates.


Garden Route Tours & Transport
Budget Van Rental a have drivers with PDP licenses available if you don`t want to drive yourself. This is ideal for tours and if you need transport but do not want to drive yourself.

For more information on Budget Van Rental click here

Tuesday, March 2, 2010

C’ The View Guest House – Tergniet, Great Brak River


C' The View Guest House

Watch the whales from your bedroom at C’ The View Guest House.


Guest House in Tergniet

C` the View Guesthouse, in the heart of the Garden Route on the South Western Coast of South Africa, is located on the beachfront of Tergniet.


Sea facing bedrooms

All bedrooms and entertainment areas are sea facing with sliding doors opening onto balconies with breathtaking views over the ocean.


Special at C' The View Guest House
MARVELOUS MARCH SPECIAL at C' The View Guest House!

Stay 2 nights, and get the third night for free, breakfast included!!!!!

Added Bonus:
You can then choose between the following: (subject to availability).
1) Couples full body massage,
or
2) A horse trail ride, at the foot of the majestic Outeniqua mountains, through farms, across streams and into emerald forests. Snacks and drinks afterwards.
Or
3) have a steam train ride along the shore, while enjoying a marvelous picnic basket we will pack for you.

Price: Budget rooms: R2150-00 per couple
Standard rooms: R2350-00 per couple
Luxury rooms: R2550-00 per couple

For contact details and more information on C’ The View Guest House click here

The Oakhurst Hotel – George


Oakhurst Hotel in George

The Oakhurst Hotel is centrally situated to the business centre in George.

Hotel Accommodation in George

The Hotel is stylish, deliberately small and exclusive suited to both leisure and business travelers alike in George. Accommodation is offered in 25 en-suite designer decorated bedrooms.


Weekend Special at Oakhurst Hotel

The following weekend spesial is offered at the Oakhurst Hotel

* R495.00 per double room / room only
* Conditions:Minimum of 2 nights stayValid 1st February 2010 - 31st December 2010
* Not valid during the World Cup / Not valid for groups / Full pre-payment required


Information on the Oakhurst Hotel in George
For more information on the Oakhurst Hotel click here

Monday, March 1, 2010

Cango Caves – Oudtshoorn, Klein Karoo


Attractions and activities in Oudsthoorn

The spectacular underground wonder of the Klein Karoo, the Cango Caves, is 29 km from Oudtshoorn in the Cango Valley. For years the Cango Caves have been on of the most popular tourist attractions and activities in the Oudtshoorn area.


Cango Caves – Oudtshoorn

Situated in a limestone ridge parallel to the well known Swartberg Mountains near Oudtshoor, you will find a series of dripstone caverns that open into vast halls of towering stalagmite formations with names like the bridal couple, glass flower fantasy, weird cango candle and the hanging shawl. In totality, the extensive system of tunnels and chambers in the Cango Caves stretch for over 4 km. The section open to visitors, about 1km, takes place as part of supervised tours.


Cango Caves Adventure Tour

Cango Caves is the only show cave in Africa which offers a choice of Standard (easy) or Adventure Tours.


Cango Caves – guided tours

All tours are lead by experienced, knowledgeable and accredited Caves Guides. Tours are offered in English but Afrikaans, German, French and other language guide may be available (please check guide availability when making reservations).


Restaurant at Cango Caves

Facilities at the Cango Caves include a restaurant, a curio shop, and an interpretive centre where one can learn more about the history and geology of the caves.


Cango Caves information
For more information on the Cango Caves click here