Cape Overberg Travel

An hour east of Cape town `over the mountains' is the Overberg, marked by a coastline of holiday-friendly beaches, picturesque seaside towns, an ancient lighthouse that has witnessed many a shipwreck (at Cape Agulhus) and a whale route that draws more whales and more watchers each year.

Cape Overberg Travel is best between June and November crowds flock to Hermanus and its surrounds to watch the great mammals court and cavort.

In the interior, wheatfield's are broken by Morovian mission towns such as Elim and Genadendal, agricultural museums (Grabouw and Swellendam) and a new casino, hotel and spa resort at Caledon. Ecotourists can plan an itinerary around the fynbos route that includes nature reserves and wild flower gardens.

Overberg Accommodation

The Cape Overberg region, at the southern tip of Africa, lies the Western South Africa 's best kept secret. Simply called the Overberg, it's the traveler's reward for breaching the mountain barriers which divide it from the rest of the country. The Overberg coast, also called the 'Whale Coast', has the distinction of splitting two oceans.
Cape Overberg Accommodation

Tours & day trips

Tours and day trips are a good way of maximizing your sightseeing time when you are in Cape Town. We offer a large and comprehensive portfolio that you can book through us. Table Mountain, Kirstenbosch Gardens, Cape Point, Franschhoek, Stellenbosch, Robben Island.
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Hermanus

Come and watch the whales play, go shopping at the local craft and specialty stores. Go and watch a movie and dine in restaurants serving delicious dishes. Wash down the foods with a cold beer at the beer tasting sport in Hermanus. Lastly, spend a night in luxurious accommodation with majestic coastal views in the wondrous sea-side resort.

Featured accommodation & holiday houses in the Cape Overberg region

Marine Hermanus

Perched on top of the cliffs, the Marine Hermanus with the most spectacular seascapes. 43 individually decorated bedrooms & suites, each with its own private facilities. Commanding views extend across Walker Bay or over the beautiful internal courtyard, manicured gardens & the Overberg Mountains.
Marine Hermanus hotel

Grootbos Nature Reserve

Grootbos Nature Reserve lies above the famous Walker Bay between the towns of Stanford and Gansbaai. Situated 2 hours from Cape Town between mountains and sea, Grootbos offers warm hospitality, nature based tourism activities and no less than 5 star accommodation with African cuisine to match.
Grootbos Nature Reserve

Birkenhead House

Only an hour and a half from Cape Town, Birkenhead House is named after a British troop ship that sank in Walker Bay in 1852. Decorated to reflect the beauty of its coastal setting, it is adorned with rare maritime antiques. No expense has been spared in making this the ultimate coastal retreat on the Whale Coast.
Birkenhead House

Jan Harmsgat Country House

Jan Harmsgat Country House is an exclusive country bed and breakfast guest house. The Guest Farm has seen a renaissance that captures its rich past, in a way that fits in with the discerning traveler's needs: Space, charm and an unsurpassed opportunity to indulge in an authentic country ambience and history.
Jan Harmsgat Country House

Whalesong Lodge

Whalesong Lodge overlooks the picturesque Walker Bay offering the best land based whale watching in the world, with views stretching from the white sand dunes of Hermanus all the way to Cape Point. De Kelders is located in the Overberg with its diverse fynbos, coastal cliffs and deserted beaches 2 hours from Cape Town.
Whalesong Lodge

Abalone Guest Lodge

Abalone Guest Lodge is an unusually artistic and unique guesthouse situated on Sievers Point, a landmark beachfront position midway between the town centre and beautiful white beaches of Hermanus. The Lodge offers an outstanding opportunity to watch Whales thanks to the well-known scenic cliff path.
Abalone Guest Lodge

Cape Overberg travel planner

The key to a successful Cape Overberg Holiday is having an agent that has great local knowledge, experience and excellent products.

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