Mossel Bay
'This popular holiday town is surrounded by a sunbathed peninsula and the refreshing waters of the Indian Ocean'
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| Size & Location: Western Cape, Southern Cape Coast (SEE MAP) When to visit the park: Summer for beach activities, year round for exploring Climate: Mediterranean Maritime climate. Daytime temps. up to 28 °C Rainfall: 700mm per annum at coast Altitude: Sea level MOSSEL BAY INFORMATION: Mossel Bay is situated halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth in the heart of the famous 'Garden Route', sitting on a spectacular peninsula surrounded by the the warm Indian Ocean. Mossel Bay features in the Guiness Book of Records as having the mildest all-year climate in the world, second only to Hawaii! |
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| The fascinating history of Mossel Bay makes it the historical capital of the Garden Route and one of the more significant towns (history wise) in South Africa. It was the first meeting ever between inhabitants of Europe and Africa on Southern African soil occurred at Mossel Bay in 1488 when Bartolomeu Dias set foot ashore and encountered the ancient Khoi-San people. It was here that the first Post Office on Southern African soil was founded when a letter of importance was left in a shoe under a large milkwood tree. Mail are still posted at the ancient Post Office - today a national monument. The town also happens to be one of the most popular holiday coastal towns in the country, especially in December when South Africans flock to the Bay to enjoy the abundant festive season activities and vibrant atmosphere the town provides to all its visitors. For the more adventurous try the Great White Shark Cage diving experience, scuba diving operations, safe swimming beaches and water sports. A 4X4 game viewing drive or a bungy jump off the Gouritz River Bridge. Relax on a cruise around Seal Island and see the Whales up close in season (spring). Mossel Bay is small enough to walk around enjoying the quaint old buildings and the historical cemetery. The town is renowned for its seafood restaurants as well as a magnificent golf course with a view of the sea from every tee. The town is a mecca for outdoor enthusiasts in search of a Mediterranean type climate and lifestyle. |
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| ACCOMMODATION AND SAFARIS THAT INCORPORATES MOSSEL BAY | |
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| THE POINT HOTEL | GARDEN ROUTE DAY TOURS |
| EIGHT BELLS MOUNTAIN INN | GARDEN ROUTE TOURS & SAFARIS |
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