This lovely garden is situated in the centre of the coastal fynbos where the flora is at its richest.

Bollard Bay is a model family beach with safe swimming in shallow waters.

Situated alongside a spectacular 800 year-old Outeniqua Yellowwood Tree. This grassy site makes the ideal spot to spend a quiet few hours. There is a sizeable lawn that is perfect for running around or playing ball games, especially for little ones. It is also the start and end point of the nine kilometre Woodcutter Trail and the Homtini Cycle Route. Facilities: Wooden tables and benches, fire places, ablutions. GPS Coordinates: S33 55. 001 E22 57. 467

The entrance to the Wilderness Lagoon can be found 750m from the village centre along Waterside Drive. Enjoy a picnic sitting on the grass overlooking the beautiful Wilderness Lagoon or on the benches along the boardwalk. This venue can become quiet festive over weekends and the holiday season. During high season SANParks may ask for an entrance fee. There are no ablution facilities.

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Boschendal is a picturesque 300 year-old farm in the Franschhoek Winelands known for its award-winning wines, farm-to-table cuisine, wedding and function venues, farm accommodation, fresh produce, and rare natural beauty.

Collect your famous Spier picnic basket at the Spier Deli and then explore for the perfect spot to enjoy your decadent food. There are so many wonderful places to relax and savour your meal, out in the open around the lake or if you prefer a more secluded area you might want to meander down the banks of the Eerste River. We have gone to great lengths to source local, natural and organic produce for our picnics and therefore do not allow private picnics. To view the picnics and book your basket, simply visit our website Important points to remember Bring your own chairs, cushions and blankets or hire from us at the deli. No outside food or beverages allowed. The picnic spaces are public however we can accommodate group bookings in semi-private areas if booked in advance Collection times for picnics are from 12: 30 - 15: 00.

This trail is within walking distance of the EBB & FLOW Rest Camp. An immense wall of green punctured only by a human sized opening welcomes walkers into this cathedral of mature forest. The most popular trail in the Wilderness region it has many picnic points and lays nestled not more than 15 meters from the riverbank and may be accessed by canoe or foot, both promising a unique experience of this exquisite ecosystem. The Half-collared crosses the Touw River by means of a pontoon to join the Giant Kingfisher trail. Trees are appropriately numbered to facilitate tree spotters in finding their favourite trees. Mostly shaded by ancient giant trees, walkers can relax as they walk comfortably on the trail to its heart boasting a magnificent waterfall where, again, picnics may be had. Many birds especially the well-known Half-collared and Giant Kingfisher, Knysna Turaco, Fish Eagle and Black-headed Oriole may be seen. Bushbuck is also known to make graceful appearances stunning ...

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The Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden is a truly unique garden. It cultivates and displays a wide variety of desert and semi-desert plants. The 154 hectare Garden lies at the foot of the Hexriver Mountain range, 120 km north of Cape Town...

Keimans Mountain Pass situated in the Garden Route, Western Cape Province of South Africa. Located above the Keimans River on the N2 tar Road between the towns of George and Wilderness. The Pass itself is incredibly beautiful and Dolphin Point situated at the top East end of the pass is an ideal point to stop. From here you will be able to view the Keimans River mouth which has an tidal estuary at its mouth. In front of the view point there are tables available for you to enjoy your picnic. You will be able to view the famous railway bridge which crosses the river mouth, which was used by the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe (the last passenger steam train in Africa that finally ended operation in June 2009) . Dolphin's Point also gives a magnificent view of Wilderness Beach and beyond. The sighting dolphin's and whales during the winter months is not uncommon.

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Nothing delights little ones more than the opportunity to interact with animals. It enlightens them, giving them an important insight into the needs and personalities of animals, while creating a place where they can be relaxed and at ease with wildlife that may otherwise have made the children nervous. Rocklands Petting Farm is the perfect place for parents to pop over and enjoy the glorious outdoor setting of the Western Cape Province of South Africa. Being situated at the foot of the impressive Kleinrivier Mountain, the Rocklands Petting Farm is close to the coastal town of Hermanus. This is a quiet retreat from the big city, but comes alive every year between June and November, when scores of whales skirt past the coast and perform their unique antics for the onlookers. Some of the residents of the farm include ducks, baboons, goats, fowl, and pigs. Many can be cuddled, while some prefer the luxury of being hand-fed by their visitors. They are accustomed to contact with ...

If you go down in the woods today, you are in for a big surprise The 'Big Tree' is a Yellowwood Tree (Podocarpus falcatus) estimated to be + - 800 years old, a circumference of 12 m and a height of 33 m is a great attraction in Hoekwil, especially for hikers. The trail is a 45 minute walk, a circular trail extending about 2 km through lush indigenous forest which starts and finishes at the old Yellowwood Tree. A clearly marked path leads into the forest, crossing a stream several times. There are numerous delightful designated picnic areas, ablutions facilities and wheelchair-friendly walkways through the forest. Entrance is free and ample parking is available.

Southern Comfort Offers accommodation For school Tours as well as guided quad bike rides in the Knysna forest