Calitzdorp
Ceres
Ladismith
McGregor

CS Shuttle

CS Shuttle situated in Bonnievale, offers shuttle and day tour services. We operate in the areas of Swellendam, Montagu, Bonnievale, Ashton, Robertson and McGregor. We offer wine tours, adventure tours (horse riding, paint ball, quad bikes, abseiling and hiking), do shuttles to the tractor trips in Montagu, succulent gardens near Robertson, even dinner transfers. We offer 2 nights and 3 days leisure & adventure packages. Contact us for more details. Our target market will be FIT’s (frequent individual travellers) as well as small groups up to 7 people, local and international. We will keep the tours small and personal, offering an affordable transportation service with a microbus, driver only.

Barrydale Heritage Garden

Tel: +27(0)28 572-1012
Fax : +27(0)28 572-1541
E-mail: sales@scv.co.za

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Parmalat Cheese Factory

Parmalat's Bonnievale plant is the largest single cheese factory in southern Africa and renowned for various firsts in the country, such as:

The first production facility outside South East Asia to receive the coveted Twenty Keys Bronze Award for its world class efficiency,
the first cheese plant to be awarded HACCP for its systems focused on safe food production,
the first to be ISO 9002 listed and
the first dairy production facility to comply to all requirements to produce cheese for exports to EU countries (more info)

Called Enon-conglomorated stone in stone colourful red hills at the foot of the Swartberg , on a holiday farm called: Reds Stone Hills Holiday Farm. Bushmenrockart found here and a large amount of birdlife, Rob Martin is busy with research on the farm for Robert's book of birds. This will be a main attraction for the "Enviromental and Outdoor Expo" in Calitzdorp 2 - 5 October 2003.

One hour trails through the garden

Media and Public Relations Manager
Cape Nature
106 Adderley Street
Cape Town, 8000
Tel: +27(0)21 483-4728
Fax: +27(0)21 423-0939
Cell: +27(0)82 550-6546
E-mail:Amvnieke@pgwc.gov.za

Visit our website: www.capenature.org.za

Mountain splendour and regional architect along circular route (50km)
In the area is also two water mills that use long ago for grading corn.

Secluded farms along aloe chad hills and also having a 4 x 4 route and hiking trails.

Re-opended as Tim Robson Gallery in October 2002 in memory of the owner, the late Tim Robson (died in May 2002)
Landscape-waterpainting artist.

27 applique tapestries done by the ladies in town, each 2.2 by 1 metre big. Depicting the gospel of St. Matthew as well as all the parabels of Christ.

P.O.Box 269
Ceres, 6835
Tel: +27(0)23 312-2282
Fax: +27(0)23 312-3759
E-mail: cordre@matroosberg.com

Our mission is conservation through utilization. We want to give more people the opportunity to walk in nature and experience the creation. The 4x4 Mountain/Snow Safari follows the same route as the 4x4’s, starting at 1250m above sea level and turning at a height of 2240m, with a beautiful panoramic view on the way up. The trip on a legendary Bedford Army truck takes about 4-6 hours. In high demand periods we schedule daily trips, Abseiling (Rappel) is done on a variety of slopes; -fishermen can enjoy a large, clear-water farm dam stocked with brown trout.

Visit our website: www.matroosberg.com

Vaalkloof Nature Reserve

For thousands of years before the first European colonists arrived, the San (Bushmen) hunter-gatherers and their ancestors lived in the Ceres Karoo. They left behind stone tools used for knives and leather processing, the bones of the animals they hunted with bows and arrows, grindstones for preparing vegetables and bored stones, that women used to wight their digging sticks. But it is their rock paintings that most eloquently express their presence. Rock paintings of the San and the Koi were discovered towards the end of 1998. One unique example is a fine lined painting of the extinct Cape Kwagga. Now you can experience how the San people lived thousands of years ago.

A true escape into nature at down to earth prices and within close proximity to Ceres. Experience the ultimate Karoo adventure! (self catering & camping)

70km from Ceres in Ceres Karoo

Visit our website : www.naturereserve.co.za

Temenos Retreat & Wellness Centre

A private world of rare and tranquil beauty, Temenos is the ideal refuge, a haven of peace and timelessness. Its gentle atmosphere and exceptional gardens set the scene for complete relaxation, rest and renewal. Temenos welcomes everyone irrespective of traditions or beliefs and encourages its visitors to celebrate the differences rather than focus on what separates us. We support individuals in coming to a greater acceptance of and compassion for themselves. We offer group retreats, or individuals are welcome to come and "just be". For those wishing to nurture and honour their bodies, a range of healing therapies such as Holistic massage, Shiatsu and Reiki is available. Our Wellness Weeks offer a unique experience to honour and integrate body, mind and spirit. They include morning walks, body therapies, yoga, guided meditations & delicious healthy meals.

Visit our website: www.temenos.org.za

Joubert House

The house museum depicts the lifestyle of the latter part of the nineteenth century. The wall paper in the Ken Birch room is unique in that it was specially printed from a sample of the original that was found in the room. The elberta peach pip floor in the kitchen and pantry is of special interest as it was laid according to a very old local method and recipe. The house was declared a national monument in 1975 and was re-opened on 14 October 1983 by State President Marais Viljoen, two and a half years after the flood and 130 years after it had been built. There is an interesting indigenous medicinal plant garden behind the house where examples of many local herbs are grown and there is also a nursery where these plants are sold. For lovers of bric á brac, the shop in the Joubert House has a small treasure trove of items.

Open daily from 9h00 - 17h00
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 10h30 - 12h30

Montagu Museum

Built in 1907, this beautiful church with its neo-Gothic elements has housed the Montagu Museum since 1975 and was declared a National Monument in 1976. The main aim of Montagu Museum is to research and portray the cultural-historical heritage of Montagu and its people. The museum owns a collection of oil paintings and drawings by the famous South African artist Francois Krige who lived and worked in Montagu. Included in the collection is one of his major works "Begrafnis in die Karoo"(Burial in the Karoo) which he bequeathed to the museum. The museum has its own oval date stamp which is an exact replica of the postmark which was first used in Montagu in 1858.The T.O. Honiball collection of cartoons and books is an important new acquisition. The archive houses all documents, photographs and Africana relating to the history of Montagu, and is becoming an increasingly important research centre. The devastation caused by the flood of 25th January 1981 has been fully documented by the museum.

Open daily from 9h00 - 17h00
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 10h30 - 12h30

Bath Street 24
Montagu, 6720
Tel: +27(0)23 614-2471
Fax: +27(0)23 614-3137
E-mail: info@montagu-ashton.info

Montagu Tractor Trips

Come and enjoy a wonderful 3 hour tractor/trailer ride to the summit of the Langeberg Mountains in the Karoo. Rides are usually Wednesday at 10h00 (if enough people also at 14h00) & Saturdays at 10h00 & 14h00 with a lunch time potjiekos meal. (more info)

Oudtshoorn attractions

Experience the joy of life in the country and breathe in the healthy, unpolluted air.(more info)

Tel: +27(0)44 272-4623
Fax: +27(0)44 272-8241
Email: cango.ostrich@pixie.co.za

Cango Ostrich Farm

Visit our website : www.cangoostrich.co.za

Meerkatmagic

This project is unique in the world. It is a conservation/research project and only works with wild animals using ethical techniques to gain their selective trust after many years, without ever taming them! Since 1993 to present I have been working with wild meerkats. Previously with Cambridge University Britain and the University of Pretoria- Mammal Research Institute. Now working with an unknown subspecies of wild meerkat that I discovered here in the small Karoo. Wouldn’t it be great if you could walk with wildlife, without disturbing, without interfering, but still, interacting? To observe. To learn. To appreciate. Now you can. Grant M Mc Ilrath is an experienced, active research biologist and conservationist. Grant now offers you the opportunity to benefit from his unique approach to wildlife conservation. To walk with meerkats. To learn the language of meerkats, discovered by Grant for the first time, based on the foundation of 34 calls. To experience the 51 different behavioural patterns identified by Grant. And to learn the exciting wildlife habituation techniques.

Visit our website : www.meerkatmagic.com

Druids Lodge - The Robertson Museum

Druids Lodge, in Paul Kruger Street, was built in 1860 and was owned by the English family from 1883. Mr. English’s widow lived in the house until her death in 1924. Violet English, the last surviving member of the family, lived here till she died in 1976. Druids Lodge was declared a National Monument in 1977 and reflects the social and cultural history of Robertson. The house has been furnished with items that are mostly from the late 19th century period. The Annex, which was built in 1980, houses important archives as well as the Barry Room, which is used as an exhibition and conference room and includes an on-going exhibition of the history of Robertson. A wonderful old garden with antique roses and herbs surrounds the Museum.

Klaasvoogds Game Reserve

We offer game drives through the reserve in an open viewing vehicle with a qualified guide. The trip is approximately 2 hours in duration and includes

Nestled in the foothills of the Langeberg Mountains and situated 10km east of Robertson and 2km off the R60, The Klaas Voogds Game Reserve is only 1 ½ hours drive from Cape Town. The Game Reserve (approx. 800 ha) is adjacent to and compliments the Pat Busch Private Nature Reserve. Guests can expect to see a wide variety of indigenous antelope such as Eland, Rooi Hartebeest, Mountain Zebra and many more.

We offer guided game drives through the game reserve in an open viewing vehicle with an open viewing vehicle with a qualified guide. The trip is approximately 2 hours in duration and includes a refreshment stop and light snack. Drives take place Wednesday – Saturday at 10h00 & 16h00. Drives are also available on Sundays at 10h00. Bookings highly recommended! (more info)

Visit our website: www.patbusch.co.za

Soekershof Maze

Soekershof incorporates a.o. unique succulent gardens, a Philosophers Garden, the shortest hiking trail in the Western Cape and, for all, a cactus labyrinth and several mazes of which The Klaas Voogds Maze is regarded as the largest hedge-maze in the world. Get lost in the Klaas Voogds Maze with aMAZing stories and... a friendly ghost watching visitors finding their way in the Fingerpointing Maze'.
The question is: Do visitors really want to get out? (more info)

D R Glass Art Studio

Stained glass is an ancient art and creations from this studio is still done in the old-fashioned way . Expect no shortcuts and accept no fakes . Years of expertise as master artisan is your guarantee to the best craftsmanship and unique design . Hundreds of homes , offices and churches enjoy the kaleidoscope of sunlight through coloured glass creations .

Design , creation , repair and restoration done as well as stained glass classes being offered . Local and overseas commissions accepted .

A small showroom offer you the opportunity to browse , admire and even buy lampshades , mirrors , jewellery boxes , candle lamps , vases , photo frames , sun catchers , jewellery and many more items . Always remember that this is just examples and you can choose your own design and colours .

The showroom and studio can be visited by appointment only because I am away a lot visiting clients , installing art or selecting glass at the importers . Please contact me at 082 660 3870 for an appointment.

Visit our website: www.stained-glass.co.za

Kleinplasie

On the way to Robertson, approximately 1km outside Worcester, is Kleinplasie Living Open-air Museum. Here we depict the lifestyle of the early Cape pioneer farmers. Activities like tobacco rolling, candle and soap making, coffee roasting and bread baking (only mornings between 09:30 – 12:30) are performed on a daily basis. The kids can feed chickens and go for a donkey-cart ride. We also have a tea-room where you can enjoy griddle-cakes and milk- tart baked outside on the farm-yard and a restaurant where lovely traditional dishes are served. We have a shop where you can buy home-made rusks, biscuits, jams and preserves, liqueurs and our well-known witblits.