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The west coast is also known as the dry sunny landscape of South Africa. West from the Atlantic Coast with its rocky and clean beaches to the east with the Cederberg Mountain range. North is the Namib Desert and south is Cape Town with Table Mountain. The west coast with its fishing villages offers many water sport activities, but the Namaqualand area north of the Cederberg is an arid belt stretching right up to the Namibian boarder which is marked by the Orange River (Rainfall only 140 mm during March and April). Exquisite wild flowers can be seen from August till October every year. Enjoy this 5 day tour with us through this magnificent area.    
The Route
Cape Town - Langebaan - Lamberts Bay - Clanwilliam - Worcester - Franschhoek - Cape Town Departures
Tours depart daily to suit your needs Guests
Minimum 2 - Maximum 8
| Tour Cost - Fully Guided | 01 Nov 2009 - 31 Oct 2010 | 01 Nov 2010 - 31 Oct 2011 | | Per Person Sharing - SA Rand (2-3 Persons) | R11540 | Please Enquire | | Per Person Sharing - SA Rand (4-8 Persons) | R9900 | Please Enquire | | Single Supplement - SA Rand | R1770 | Please Enquire | | Children Under 12 - SA Rand | Please Enquire | Please Enquire |
A saving of 3% can be offered on any of the above tour prices should you choose to make payment by bank transfer as opposed to credit card.
Day 1 of the tour
Departing Cape Town early this morning and after a short photo stop of Table Mountain from the beach at Bloubergstrand we make our way up the west coast. Our route takes us past Melkbosstrand to Mamre which was a mission station in 1808 then on to Darling which is known for its wild flowers and is tucked away between hills, vineyards and golden wheat fields. Yzerfontein is our next stop and is famed for its prolific crayfish reserves and whale watching. From here we will have views across Dassen Island and of Table Mountain in the distance. We then travel past the West Coast National Park which is one of South Africa’s most important wetlands with about 25 million water birds. We end the day in the town of Langebaan where you are at leisure for the evening.
Overnight: Calypso Villas - Langebaan (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 2 of the tour
This morning we leave Langebaan and stop at the West Coast Fossil Park where we will see fossil ranging between 4 and 5 million years old. We then pass through the fishing village of Paternoster then Stompneusbay, St Helena, Velddrif and Elandsbay before arriving at Lamberts Bay in the late afternoon. Lamberts Bay is known for its unspoilt soft sandy beaches. This evening will be at leisure.
Overnight: The Lamberts Bay Hotel - Lamberts Bay (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 3 of the tour
Today we travel along the Olifants River past Lutzville and Graafwater to the rooibos tea growing area of Clanwilliam nestled at the foot of the Cederberg Mountains. With its Cape Dutch homesteads it is one of the oldest towns in the country, with a rich history of the first settlers. This is one of the best areas to take a look at ancient San (Bushmen) rock art that has been discovered at over 2500 sites. We enjoy a walk at Pakhuis before taking part in a relaxing game viewing night drive where we are on the lookout for wild animals in the Bushmanskloof Game Reserve.
Overnight: Bushmans Kloof Game Lodge - Clanwilliam (Dinner, Bed & Breakfast)
Day 4 of the tour
This morning we depart Clanwilliam and make our way towards Worcester. We pass the town of Citrusdal and then the amazing fruit growing region of Ceres. This evening we are at leisure in Worcester.
Overnight: The Protea Hotel Cumberland - Worcester (Bed & Breakfast)
Day 5 of the tour
After exploring Worcester we drive through Villiersdorp and over the Franschoek mountain pass to the town of Franschoek. In 1688, 207 French Huguenots from Europe settled here. We stop for some wine tasting and lunch (own account) and explore the village on foot. We then get back on the road to Cape Town via the university town of Stellenbosch with its 16th century Cape Dutch and Victorian houses. On arrival in Cape Town we will either drop you at Cape Town International Airport to catch your flight home or your guide will drop you at the accommodation of your choice in the Cape Town area.
Included
* 4 Nights B&B Accommodation
* Dinner on night 3
* Transportation in air-conditioned vehicles
* THETA Registered tour guide for the duration of the tour
* All entrance fees as mentioned Excluded
* International & Domestic Flights
* Lunches & Dinners
* All Beverages
* Optional Extra Activities & Entrance Fees
* Gratuities, Telephone calls etc.
* Travel Insurance Please Note
* Please feel free to make any other requests or suggestions to the above tour. We will do our best to make itinerary and accommodation changes to suit your budgets and needs.
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