namaqualand flower tours 2022

For unadulterated luxury and adventure, opt for an  exquisite  tour of Namaqualand and its surrounding flower regions including the unspoilt southern parts of the West Coast, the Cederberg and Clanwilliam and the breathtaking Swartland. Our guides are plant enthusiasts and have been living here their entire lives. They will spoil you and treat you to the best that Namaqualand has to offer anytime during the season.

All our tour depart and return to Cape Town and will be conducted in groups from 8 to 32. Various packages ranging from 4, 5 and 6-day tours are available as per the dates below.

Special 4 Day Tours

R8 800  Per Person Sharing or R10 700   Single Occupancy

28 - 31 July (Sunday - Wednesday)

16 - 19 September (Monday - Thursday)

R10 100  Per Person Sharing or R12 100  Single Occupancy

1 - 4 August (Thursday - Sunday)

5 - 8 August (Monday - Thursday)

12 - 15 September (Thursday - Sunday)

R12 600  Per Person Sharing or R15 200  Single Occupancy

9 - 13 August (Friday - Tuesday)

14 - 18  August (Wednesday - Sunday) - Fully booked

26 - 30 August (Monday - Friday)

6 - 10 September (Friday - Tuesday)

R15 100  Per Person Sharing or R17 400  Single Occupancy

20 - 25 August (Tuesday - Sunday)

31 August - 5 September (Saturday - Thursday)

Various dates are available daily from 28 July to the 25 September. The tour is subject to availability. 2 Vehicles allowed

When visiting Namaqualand on your own, we also offer day tours that you can accompany us on. These day tours will include a picnic lunch (accept when visiting Nieuwoudtville, then we will be having pancakes at the famous Dutch Reformed church hall).

Vehicle that can comfortably drive on a gravel road needed.

Please contact the office to enquire about available dates;

Tel: +27 27 219 1633

Cel: +27 66 385 4653

Email: [email protected] or [email protected]

Our 4x4 bus flower tours are conducted exclusively at the beginning and end of our season. Due to the diverse and dynamic nature of our season flowers in abundance is not a given on this tour. But in a good year, you might just get lucky. However, the scenery and routes that we can travel on our 4x4 bus allow access to places less travelled to that ensure an amazing experience. these tours will depart and return to Cape Town and only offered as 4-day packages.

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DETAILED ITINERARY

  8 day namaqualand flower tour / namakwaland blomme toer..

Day 1 - Johannesburg - Northern Province - Upington - Kakamas - Namaqualand

  8 Day Namaqualand Flower Tour Namakwaland Blomme Toer

Y our driver/guide will collect you from Johannesburg/ Pretoria and departure time is 05h00.

You travel through the Northern Cape towards the Orange River (Gariep River) region, via the towns of Vryburg, Upington, and Kakamas where you overnight.

Accommodation in Kakamas

Bed / Breakfast / Dinner

Distance traveled : 800 km

Day 2 - Kakamas - Springbok - Namaqualand - Namakwaland

C ontinue to Springbok and visit the Augrabies Falls National Park. Few sights are as awesome or a sound as deafening as water thundering down the 150 deep & 56 meter wide Augrabies Waterfall when the Orange River is in a full flood. The Khoi (Bushman) people called it “Aukoerebis”, or place of Great Noise, as this powerful flow of water is unleashed from rocky surroundings characterized by the 18 km abyss of the Orange River Gorge.

Depart for Springbok, Namaqualand’s Wild Flower Capital. Springbok lies in a deep low plain between rugged mountains, about 600 km north of Cape Town.

It is the commercial and cultural center of Namaqualand

Copper was discovered on the farm Melkboschkuil in 1850 and a mine was established. The mine became the first commercial mine in South Africa, but was worked out by 1888.

In 1863 the town was mapped out and built around the copper mining industry.

Namaqualand is probably the world’s most awe inspiring floral kingdom . It is believed that “You have not seen any flowers until you have experienced the splendour of Namaqualand in full flower”. Each year in spring (July – September), Namaqualand hosts the most spectacular show on earth.

Situated in what is probably the most arid part of South Africa, the stark contrast between winter and spring can nowhere be more dramatic than in this part of the world.

A multi-coloured wildflower carpet grows almost overnight, enticing thousands of people to visit the area and share in the bounty of Mother Nature. One of the special sites to visit is the Goegap Nature Reserve.

We will spend part of the day at the Namaqualand National Park near Kammieskroon. A circular drive and a few short walking trails let you experience the incredible floral diversity of the area

Accommodation in Springbok area (Depends on availability) /Guesthouse

Bed / Breakfast / Dinner basis

Distance travelled 350 km

Day 3 - Namakwaland - Namaqualand - Lambertsbay

Springbok to lambertsbay via garies, kamieskroon, and skilpad nature reserve.

After breakfast in Springbok, depart and continue our  journey towards Clanwilliam.

We will travel through the town of Garies, known for its beautiful wildflowers (during the blooming season).

Enjoy the scenic drive as you make your way to Kamieskroon, another area famous for its spring flower displays.

We will visit Skilpad Nature Reserve, located near Kamieskroon and take a detour and explore the reserve. Skilpad Nature Reserve is known for its stunning wildflowers and offers walking trails where you can immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the area.

After visiting Skilpad Nature Reserve, continue your journey to Lambertsbay.

Arrive in Lambertsbay and check into your accommodation.

Overnight stay in Lamberstbay.

We will incorporate Skilpad Nature Reserve into our itinerary, you'll have the opportunity to explore its unique flora and experience the beauty of the Namaqualand region.

Day 4 - Cederberg - Veldrif - Lambertsbay - West Coast

Lambertsbay to west coast and return to lambertsbay.

After breakfast, depart from Lambertsbay and head towards the West Coast. Visit Paternoster, known for its birdlife and beautiful beaches.

Explore Bokkom Laan, a quaint street famous for its dried fish (bokkoms) and local delicacies.

Continue to Veldrif, a charming coastal town situated on the banks of the Berg River.

Visit Elands Bay, a popular surfing spot known for its scenic beauty.

Explore Paternoster, a picturesque fishing village with whitewashed cottages.

Return to Lambertsbay in the late afternoon.

Overnight stay in Lambertsbay.

Please note that the distances and travel times may vary depending on the specific routes taken and any additional stops you choose to make along the way. It's always a good idea to plan our day accordingly and allow for flexibility in your schedule to fully enjoy the attractions and scenery along the West Coast.

Day 5 - Namakwaland - Namaqualand - Lambertsbay

Lambertsbay Clanwilliam to Biedouw Valley and Wuppertal, return to Lambertsbay

After breakfast, we depart from Lambertsbay and head towards Biedouw Valley.

Explore the scenic Biedouw Valley, known for its stunning landscapes and wildflower displays (during the blooming season).

Take in the beauty of the surrounding mountains and enjoy the serenity of the valley. Continue to Wuppertal, a historic mission village nestled in the Cederberg Mountains. Experience the rich history and cultural heritage of Wuppertal.

Please note that the availability and blooming seasons of flowers in Biedouw Valley may vary each year, so it's advisable to check for updates and plan our  visit accordingly. Additionally, the specific attractions and activities in Wuppertal may vary, but you can explore the village and learn about its unique history and culture.

Day 6 - Lambertsbay - Nieuwoudtsville - Calvinia

Lambertsbay to calvinia via vredendal, vanrhynsdorp, nieuwoudtville, and loeriesfontein.

Depart from Lambertsbay after breakfast. Travel through Vredendal and Vanrhynsdorp, enjoying the scenic landscapes along the way

Visit Nieuwoudtville, known for its stunning wildflower displays (during the blooming season) and the Nieuwoudtville Waterfall. Explore Loeriesfontein, a small town with a rich history and interesting attractions.

Continue our  journey through the Hantam Mountains towards Calvinia.

Overnight stay in Calvinia.

Bed / Breakfast / Dinner   basis

Please note that the specific attractions and activities in each town may vary, but we can explore the natural beauty and historical sites in the region as you travel from Clanwilliam to Calvinia. Enjoy the scenic landscapes and the unique charm of each place you visit along the way.

Day 7 - Nieuwoudtville - Britstown - Kimberley

Calvinia to kimberley via orania.

After breakfast, depart from Calvinia and make our way to Kimberley. En route, you will have the opportunity to visit Orania, a small town known for its Afrikaner cultural preservation. Explore the town and learn about its unique history and community.

Continue our  journey to Kimberley, the capital city of the Northern Cape Province.

Overnight stay in Kimberley.

Please note that Orania is a private town.  In Kimberley, we can explore the city's rich diamond mining history, visit museums, and learn about its cultural heritage. We will overnight in Kimberley and make the most of the attractions it has to offer.

Day 8 - Kimberley - Johannesburg

Kimberley to johannesburg and boksburg.

After breakfast, depart from Kimberley and begin our  journey back to Johannesburg. Enjoy the scenic drive as we make our way to Johannesburg.

Upon reaching Johannesburg, your driver/guide will drop you off at your desired location. The last drop-off will be in Boksburg, marking the end of your Namaqualand tour.

Congratulations on completing your wonderful Namaqualand tour! I hope you had a memorable experience exploring the beautiful landscapes, wildflowers, and cultural highlights of the region. If you have any further questions or need assistance with anything else, feel free to ask. Safe travels!

Return home from a wonderful Namaqualand Flower Tour and arrive late afternoon In Johannesburg

Distance travelled 500 km

8 Day Namaqualand Flower Tour - 8 dag Namakwaland Blomme Toer

PLACES OF INTEREST

Nieuwoudtville.

Nieuwoudtville: Known as the place of hidden treasures, Nieuwoudtville boasts the biggest variety of indigenous bulbous plants (500,000) in the world. Other sights include the Glacial Rock Striations which date back 280 million years; the 100m high Nieuwoudtville Falls on the Doring River; and the quiver tree forest, which is the largest and southernmost colony of Aloe dichotoma.

Skilpad Wild Flower reserve

Skilpad Wild Flower Reserve: Situated in a mountainous area about 25km from Kamieskroon, Skilpad incorporates a shrubland and abandoned wheatlands.

It has recently been incorporated into the Namaqua National Park and should not be missed.

Knersvlakte

Knersvlakte: This wasteland is home to the richest succulent populations on earth.

S pringbok: Enjoy the amazing display of flowers and rock formations, and discover the interesting copper mine history of Springbok.

Ramskop Wild Flower Garden

Ramskop Wild Flower Garden: Situated near Clanwilliam in the Western Cape, Ramskop is one of the best displays of wild flowers in South Africa.

Postberg Nature Reserve

P ostberg Nature Reserve: Set within the West Coast National Park, the reserve boasts the greatest variety of birds, game, and Sandveld flowers in the Western Cape

Goegap nature Reserve

Go egap Nature Reserve is a 12,000 ha wildflower reserve outside of Springbok where you can pack a picnic, visit the Hester Malan Wild Flower Garden, and drive a scenic 17km route.

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The Complete Guide to seeing the Flowers in Namaqualand, South Africa

Each year the West Coast region of South Africa bursts into bloom with the annual spring flowers. Visitors from around the world flock to see this incredible natural phenomenon as the landscape turns orange for a few short weeks in August. Read my Namaqualand Flower Guide for a complete guide to seeing the flowers in Namaqualand, South Africa.

When to go?

Planning a trip to see the wild flowers can be a little tricky as it all depends on the rain received each year and the exact timing of the flower bloom isn’t really known until it is happening. However, I think you can be fairly certain that the last week of August is a safe bet to book your trip. It is also always best to start with the more Northern flower regions (like Namaqua National Park and Niewoudtville) as these tend to get warmer sooner and bloom sooner, ending with the more Southern flower regions (Biedouw Valley and West Coast National Park). This year we did have a lot of rain earlier in the season so it is quite possible that the flowers will bloom earlier. More rain also means more prolific flower scenes!

How long to go for?

Seeing the wild flowers can easily fit into a week long trip. For our trip we spent 2 nights in Dwarskerbos along the West Coast, 3 nights just outside Namaqua National Park, and then 2 nights in the Biedouw Valley.

Getting there

Where to go to see the flowers in namaqualand, dwarskersbos, west coast.

We began our flower road trip with a stop in Dwarskersbos along the West Coast. This was the perfect stop over spot to begin the trip so we could gain a bit of distance up towards the real flower region. While this wasn’t primarily a flower stop there were plenty of white daisies lining the roads here and we started to get into the flower spirit. We were close to the Vedldrif salt pan and were able to see some flamingoes and enjoy the vibrant pink salt flats. We also had a lovely walk along the Port Owen Marina which was beautiful.

Dwarskersbos Accommodation

We stayed at DK Villas which is the most stunning beach side holiday home. It’s within walking distance to the beach and beautifully decorated. Johan and Petra were such wonderful hosts!

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Vanrhynsdorp – Maskam Guest Farm

Next up we drove up towards our accommodation near Namaqua National Park. On the way we stopped at Maskam Guest Farm near Vanrhynsdorp. This lovely private farm has walking trails open to the public. We paid a R10 entrance fee and were allowed to either drive along the farm roads to the flowers or take a walk. It was 34 degrees celcius the day we were here so we opted for the self-drive option. Unfortunately, because we had such late rains the year we went, the flowers here were not as prolific as we had hoped for. But the mounatin backdrop was gorgeous and it was lovely to see so many different flower species. Here are all the details for viewing the flowers at Maskam. *This is a private farmland and so walking in the fields was permitted. Just be sure not to step directly on the flowers! In National Parks it is strictly forbidden to walk in the flowers.

If you are willing to drive a little further out of town on your first day and jump straight into the flowers then I would definitely recommend staying at Maskam Guest Farm for your first night. It is only a 3,5hr drive from Cape Town and is the most beautiful setting. The winter rains have been good so far and so the flowers should be excellent here this year.

Namaqua National Park

No flower guide would be complete without a stop at the heart of Namaqualand: Namaqua National Park. As you drive up into the Northern Cape the wild flowers on the side of the road get more and more prolific with colourful vygies and daisies everywhere. Next you’ll arrive at the main event: Namaqua National Park! Namaqua National Park is like nothing I’ve ever seen before. I had high hopes and every single one of my expectations was exceeded. We spent 3 nights staying just outside the park and this allowed us to spend a full day exploring Namaqua National Park and a full day exploring the Kamiesberg mountains. Both were absolutely breathtaking! To be honest you could even spend 4 nights here and have a second full day in the park.

Namaqua National Park Accommodation

We stayed in a farm house accommodation called Dwarspoort Farmhouse which was located a few minutes drive from the park entrance. It was rustic but absolutely lovely! Our hosts were so lovely and sweet. Here are the details to book the cottage:

Serene van Wyk: [email protected] 0828734299

For your first full day in the Namaqua region you’re going to want to go into Namaqua National Park . You’re going to be entering at the Skilpad section of the park which is the main park entrance. For more information on how to get there follow the SANParks maps . You’ll be able to explore the park both on foot with a beautiful flower trail near the entrance gate, as well as by car with a drive around the flower section of the park. For those with a 4×4 and a taste for adventure there are additional routes that take you deeper into the park. You’ll easily spend the whole day here so make sure you pack a picnic lunch to enjoy at one of the picnic spots.

Daily Conservation Fees

Gate hours :.

• 08:00 to 17:00

The park opens at 8am but the flowers will need a bit of time to warm up and open up. However, you’re also going to want to try get here before the tour buses start arriving. So perhaps around 9:30am is a good time to aim to get here.

Once you’ve arrived and paid your park fees at the gate you can park your car at reception. Here you can go in and get a map for the flower walking trails. There are two options of walking trails available to you. Both provide a wonderful opportunity to walk among the fields of wildflowers along demarcated paths. I would recommend packing comfortable walking shoes, some water and hat as it gets pretty hot here in August! The walking trail was one of my absolute highlights of this flower roadtrip and is definitely what sets Namaqua apart from West Coast National Park.

Here are your trail options: Skilpad Walking Trail. This 5km circular route is a very popular walking trail, especially in the flower season. Korhaan Walking Trail. The 3km Korhaan Walking trail also starts at the Skilpad office but meanders through bushy areas, enabling you to see a greater variety of flowers.

Once you have completed the walking trail through the flowers you can hop back in your car and drive the Skilpad Flower Loop . This is a circular loop suitable for all cars (not 4×4 exclusive) and takes you through the most gorgeous carpeted fields of orange flowers. There are a few picnics spots along this route so stop at one and enjoy the view while munching on your lunch.

Both the walking trails and this self-drive Skilpad flower route will allow you to see all the incredible flowers of the park. However, if you have a 4×4 and are up for a bit more of an adventure there are multiple other routes you can follow to explore the park a bit further. The scenery as you go deeper into the park resembles that of Namibia and is absolutely gorgeous!

Kamieskroon & Kamiesberg

Before coming to Namaqua National Park I hadn’t heard of the Kamiesberg mountains or that it is one of the top flower locations in the region. We discovered this fact in a 1984 copy of Namqualand: Garden of the Gods book written by Freeman Pattersonn. Patterson spoke of rolling hills covered in pastel colours and flowers as far as the eye could see. We asked our hosts about it (as there was no cell signal to Google anything) and they sent us off armed with some handwritten directions to a local guesthouse, Pedroskloof, in the Kamiesberg mountains. We were told the guesthouse owners would be able to give us the next set of instructions to find the promised land of flowers. They told us where to go from there. Here are the detailed directions for you to follow:

Drive towards Kamieskroon (a small town just off the N7) and turn left up the Kamiesberg Pass. Once you have gone over the pass you will continue driving until you reach  Thys se Kombuis. Here you can turn left and continue on towards Pedroskloof Farm Accommodation. Here it may be worth checking in with the guesthouse for confirmation on where the flowers are blooming at that particular time.

From Pedroskloof you will continue driving for another 30 minutes. You will pass through 2 rural villages, Rooifontein and Kalkoond before you see a gate on your left. You are free to enter this gate and drive down the dirt road to fields and fields of flowers. On the right of the main road there is a quiver tree forest which is well worth visiting!

I absolutely adored both our time spent in the Namaqua Region exploring both the Namaqua National Park and the Kamiesberg mountains. This was our Nothern-most stop and so we then began our journey down south again towards the Biedouw Valley, stopping at Niewoudtville and Papkuilsfontein along the way.

Niewoudtville & Papkuilsfontein

Both located on the drive between Kamieskroon and the Biedouw Valley, Nievoudtville and Papkuilsfontein make for worthy pit stops along the way. Nievoudtville is a small Nothern Cape town with a number of plots of glorious flowers dotted around the town. There are also a few restaurants here for a lunch stop.

We didn’t go into Papkuilsfontein but drove past and saw a pair of bat-earred foxes in the yellow blooms which was a treat sighting! Previously, day visitors could pay the Papkuilsfontain Guestfarm a visit to admire the gorgeous flower fields but since August 2022, the farm is only accessible by booked guests staying at the farm. If you are looking to take a slower trip through the Namaqua region this looks like a lovely spot to add to your itinerary.

Biedouw Valley

The Biedouw Valley is pure magic! I had visited the Biedouw Valley previously just for a weekend getaway from Cape Town but decided to include it in the Namaqualand Flower Itinerary because it was just so special. The Biedouw Valley is an area of farmland in the Cederberg region that is usually farmed for rooibos tea. In the spring months the farmers don’t turn the soil and let the fields grow wild, resulting in the most beautiful display of wild flowers in the fields.

Bideouw Valley Accommodation

Lucky for us flower-seekers the Biedouw Valley is right next door to climbing-mecca, Rocklands. This means that there is plenty of affordable accommodation in the area.

Budget: On my first visit we were a group of 8 students and stayed in self-catering cottages at Traveller’s Rest . It was incredibly affordable, well-equipped, and close to the flowers. We were also able to get a booking at quite short notice! This spot is popular among climbers who come to boulder in the region. De Pakhuys is another affordable spot popular among climbers which is a short drive to the Valley.

Mid-range: On another trip I stayed in the heart of the valley at the original Biedeau Plaas which was a lovely old farm house (contact Rika at [email protected] 0835120281). Nothing could compare to the magic of witnessing the mountains turn the same colour colour as the flower fields at golden hour. So I would absolutely recommend trying to find accomodation in the valley itself. Friends of our stayed at Biedouw Valley Wegbreek which has rustic cottages nestled in the rocky mountains. I have heard wonderful things about Enjo Nature Farm . Situated right in the heart of the Biedouw Valley, they offer camping and self-catering options and have a flower field of their own. Unfortunately, they are very popular and are booked up quite far in advance. Another gem close by (but not in the actual valley) is the AfriCamps at de Pakhuys which is perfect for families and also has hot tub options!

Luxury: If you’re looking for some luxury then check out the Bushman’s Kloof Wilderness Reserve and Welness Retreat .

For all the juicy details on how to get to the Biedouw Valley and where to find the best flower fields you can go ahead and read my Spring Flowers in the Biedouw Valley blog post.

The flower diversity in the Biedouw Valley was definitely the best with some many gorgeous difference species.

And so concludes the Complete Guide to seeing the Flowers in Namaqualand, South Africa. These spots are perfect when incorporated into a 7-10 day road trip. However if you are just looking for a weekend getaway from Cape Town then the Biedouw Valley is only 3,5 hours away. If you are just looking for a day trip there are plenty of places to see the wild flowers close to Cape Town: see daisies in the West Coast National Park, canola fields in the Overberg region and blossoms in Babylonstoren. Read my  Spring Flowers in Cape Town blog post  for all these details.

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Great guide for the flowers. Planning to go this year – so this guide is perfect. Must take my pupper ( meduim dog) with – any advise on accommodation and park admissions?

That’s wonderful news! You’ll need to check directly with the accommodation owners and SANParks for their policies on dogs. Hopefully your pupper can join!

Thank you for the detailed guide. I am really hoping to do the self drive this year. Your guide will be very useful to me. Take care

That is a pleasure! It is such a beautiful part of the country and so worth visiting!

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The wildflowers bloom in abundance each year  – join us for a chance to see this unpredictable spectacle. Plus, we’ll plan a custom safari and African adventure for you and your family. Namaqualand is typically in bloom between mid-August and mid-September. We’d love to put an itinerary together for you to experience the Namaqualand flowers.

Stretching for over 1000 kilometers along South Africa’s scenic West Coast, the Namaqualand is known for its stark, arid beauty. Once a year in early Spring, the Namaqualand landscape explodes into a kaleidoscope of color. The dusty plains are transformed into a blanket of thousands of flowering wildflowers. International and local visitors flock here to see this seasonal natural splendor. Aside from the endless photogenic landscapes, visitors can look forward to viewing a wide variety of wildlife and exploring the quaint seaside towns dotting the coast as well as the various historic towns scattered in the hinterland.

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Guests on the 7-day tour: Proceed to Cape Town Airport, where you board your two hours flight to Johannesburg, arriving in Johannesburg the same day. We thank you for a wonderful tour with us!

Dining Car on Premier Classe train

Bokkeveld daisies

This tour is a bus-only tour. The size of the group will determine the bus we take. We keep our transport in the luxury category. The advantage of a smaller group is that with a smaller bus we can go into more unique areas.

The alternative to this tour is the NLW6G: WEST COAST & NAMAQUALAND   tour   (GP-GP 6 days) -- that is the tour which starts and ends in Johannesburg, or the NLW6C: WEST COAST & NAMAQUALAND   tour   (CT-CT 6 days) -- that is the tour which starts and ends in Cape Town

This tour of 8 (eight) days covers the Matsikamma, the real Namaqualand , the 'boland' of the Namaqualand, Kalahari, and through the Northern Cape, and also the HANTAM !.

Here is a typical itinerary of the tour:

Day 1 : Northern Cape Kalahari and wine region

We depart from Gauteng at 05:00. We travel through the Northern Cape towards the Orange River (Gariep River) region, via the towns of Vryburg, Kuruman, Upington , Keimoes, and Kakamas , where we spend our first night.

This tour is based on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunches, Dinners and drinks are for your own account.

Augrabies Waterfall

Day 2 : Augrabies, Springbok

We depart after breakfast, to the Augrabies National Park , to view close-up the granite-confined waters of the Gariep (Orange) River, where it cascades over the several falls, and continues down to the Atlantic Ocean. Augrabies means 'The place of great noise' and it lies at the heart of the remote and fascinating Augrabies National Park.

We continue our travels and at Pofadder we have a brief comfort stop. We overnight with bed and breakfast in the Springbok / Nababeep area.

Day 3 : Namakwaland, Kamiesberg region, Vredendal

Today we visit the attractive area of Springbok, Okiep, and Nababeep, walking amongst and getting close-up to the flowers, to get those special near photos.

We continue to the areas where the flowers are most beautiful on the day, choosing amongst, for instance Goegap Nature Reserve / Namaqua National Park / Kamiesberg, etc, where fields of flowers await us.

We overnight in the area of Vanrhynsdorp / Vredendal , on Bed and breakfast basis.

Namaqualand flowers: Daisy Ursinia calenduliflora Namaqua parachute daisy / Berg-magrietjie , with Daisy Felicia australis Sambreeltjie

Desert Primrose Grielum humifusum Pietsnotjies , and others, growing wild in Namaqualand

Nieuwoudtville Waterfall

Day 4 : Cedarberg, Clanwilliam, Lambert's Bay area

After a well deserved breakfast, we visit the Clanwilliam area. It is in this region where the much loved Rooibos tea is cultivated. A visit to the Ramskop Nature Garden, is certainly a must.

We continue to the Rooibos tea factory, and also the Veldshoe Factory (vellies), attractions not to be missed. We go say hello to the Atlantic Ocean, travelling to Lambert's Bay area, where we have a late lunch / early dinner, and overnight on bed and breakfast basis in Vredendal area.

Day 5 : Maskam, Nieuwoudville

Today we travel to the Flower Bulb Capital of the world, Nieuwoudtville , where the bulb species grow on the 'Boland of the Namaqualand'. An amazing array of species are found here - some particularly endemic to the region. We visit the 100m deep Nieuwoudtville Waterfall and the Succulent Nursery in Vanrhynsdorp - another day of hunting for the most beautiful areas of wildflowers.

We overnight on one of the farms in the area of Nieuwoudtville, amongst the flowers!

Day 6 : Nieuwoudville, Calvinia

After an interesting night and a morning on the highveld of Namaqualand, we continue to Calvinia , into the Hantam - yet another day of taking in the beauty of this region. Here we hunt for another treasure of unique vistas and wild flowers. We overnight on Bed and breakfast basis.

The Cedarberg Mountains, named after the Cedar Tree which is now threatened in this region.

Day 7 : Hantam, Boesmanland, Gariep

After breakfast, our journey continues through the southern region of the Boesmanland , through Brandvlei, to the Great Gariep, and Olifantshoek. We see the last of the amazing flowers, and take a few photos of rows and rows of community birds' nests , telephone lines, and many quiver trees .

We overnight on Bed and breakfast basis.

Day 8 : We return home with lots of memories and good friends, again travelling through the Upper Northern Cape, back home to Gauteng, the province of Johannesburg and Pretoria, to arrive late afternoon / early evening.

An amazing follow-up tour to consider is the:

The area around the Cape on the south-western tip of Africa is not often explored on regular tours of the country, yet holds many magnificent secrets, ready to be explored on our Around-the-Cape tour.

We venture into the countryside and bring you the exhilaration of unexplored areas -- 'Around the Cape'. Come and enjoy with us the Open and Green, the endless Karoo and the blue seas, really wild open skies, and really deep valleys...

We arrive in Cape Town, the Mother City of South Africa, by plane at the International Airport, and make our way to the town of Tulbach , where we explore this old town which was partly destroyed by an earthquake , which is a rare natural disaster in South Africa, years ago.

Many interesting small shops in town are eager to welcome you, especially in the street which was reconstructed after the earthquake.

A selection of restaurants stands ready to serve a meal of your choice in the tranquil setting of the Boland .

This tour is based on a bed and breakfast basis. Lunch, Dinner and drinks are for your own account.

We overnight at our Lodge on Bed and Breakfast basis.

Day 2 - Around the Cape tour

We depart Tulbach, heading out to Sutherland.

This is the far-off Karoo dorp with the exceptional privilege of housing SALT, the largest telescope in South Africa , and soon will be hosting the largest on the planet, shared with Australia -- the SKA, square kilometre array telescope.

Here we visit the telescope installation outside of town, later to return for our stargazing into the evening sky, with stories and exploration on our minds, told by one of the astrologically knowledgeable local residents.

Overnight at our Lodge. B B included.

We depart Sutherland for Matjiesfontein , where we explore the wonderful old buildings of yesteryear, with lunch in the Lord Nelson Hotel, or similar.

Matjiesfontein is that beautifully preserved, old-charm train station town on the way between Cape Town and Johannesburg, nestled in the Karoo along the main N1 motorway.

We continue our journey to Prince Albert , which is spread out at the foothills of the Swartberg Mountain range, another of those towns you want to spend a few days in, neat Karoo town with old world charm, now also famous for the TV cook series, Kokkedoor.

Today you have the opportunity to go to Hell and back -- no not literally to the Hell of your conviction, but literally to the far-off settlement of The Hell , in the Gamkaskloof .

It is a 4x4 route, and you will enjoy the scenery and comfortable ride. Down in The Hell is another tale of confined space, but with fertile soil and many stories of the people who settled there and made a living under very difficult circumstances.

Another option is to explore the town of Prince Albert and its surroundings of fruit farming, dairy farming, and many shops, art collections, art to buy, exquisite cuisine, vistas and stories.

We travel either over the Swartberg Pass , or through Meiringspoort , visiting the ostrich industry and the Cango Caves of Oudtshoorn.

There is a magnificent restaurant under the Swartberg mountains (on the other side) waiting to entertain your taste buds with delicious food from the area.

We overnight in the vicinity of Oudtshoorn or the R62 route. B B included.

We continue through the Little Karoo to the southern tip of Africa, Cape Agulhas . We spend the day in the vicinity of Cape Agulhas, exploring the surrounding farms and enjoying the ocean - you might see some whales! You have the rare opportunity to be at the point where the Indian Ocean and the Atlantic Ocean meet.

Visit also the Cape Agulhas lighthouse.

We depart Cape Agulhas for Cape Town, travelling through the Overberg , enjoying the many mountains and towns on our way to the Mother City.

We overnight in the vicinity of Stellenbosch. B B included.

We depart Cape Town on the Premier Classe train to Johannesburg, a luxury experience, where you relax and enjoy the scenery, and have three meals, luxuriously set in the Dining car on board the train.

Overnight on the Premier Classe train. All three meals included. Only two guests per compartment, or for single guests: only one per coupe.

We arrive at Johannesburg Park station at approximately 11:00, relaxed and excited for our next tour with Touring South Africa !

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Another Gem in Namaqualand, is the:

This hiking tour is an easy, catered-for, hiking tour , with a base camp. The hiking is along the West Coast of South Africa, through the Namaqua National Park's coastal region on the Atlantic Ocean.

Bring along your camera and make sure you can take lots of photos - extra batteries are recommended. Cell phone reception might not be possible.

You take your tent and necessary personal gear for the camp, and your day back pack hiking gear, which you will need during your daily excursion along the coast, and return each day late afternoon to base camp.

If you get too tired, you may get onto the donkey cart to take a rest. The donkey cart takes your day gear, so you are not carrying a heavy pack on your back while hiking!

What a way to hike! Isn't it just convenient fun!?

At night time, we spend the evening under the stars, around the camp fire ...Wow!

We depart early by flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town . We meet our bus, as well as our guests joining us in Cape Town, at the airport, and proceed to Darling , where we visit the Wild flower show for the rest of the day.

We overnight in Velddrif, on bed and breakfast basis. Drinks for your own account.

After a good night's rest and a hearty breakfast, we depart in our persuit of the beautiful places with wild flowers , on the West coast area.

In the afternoon, we proceed to Lambert's Bay where we overnight. Dinner, bed and breakfast. Drinks for your own account.

Day 1 Hike (Day 3 Tour)

Arrival at Garies at 12:00 - 13:00

Depart Garies at 14:00 with safari vehicles (included), travelling on dirt roads for about 80km to our camp , where we will return to every night, for the duration of the hiking tour.

We set up our tent(s) and enjoy the wonderful open night skies, around the camp fire.

Day 2 Hike (Day 4 Tour)

After breakfast, we transfer by vehicle(s) to Strandfonteinpunt, where donkey carts join us. We hike to Spoegrivier Caves , where 2000 years old sheep remains were found, on the coast. Hiking 17km.

We return to camp by (safari) vehicle for our second night under the star

Day 3 Hike (Day 5 Tour)

After breakfast, we depart again to Strandfonteinpunt by safari vehicle. We hike from there to Koringkorrel , with the donkey carts joining us. We spend tea time at Bitterriviermond (Bitter river mouth) and keep a lookout for any seal colonies. Day 4 Hike (Day 6 Tour) After breakfast, we transfer by vehicle to Groenriviermond . From there we hike to Kwass se Baai. Donkey carts wait at Kwass to take hikers further to Koringkorrelbaai.

Our last hiking day: After breakfast, we pack up our tents, leave it there, and then we have a choice of hiking: either

1) From Koringkorrel to Kwass se Baai - 6km, or

2) From Koringkorrel to Kwass and return to Koringkorrel

When we return to camp, the remaining part of the camp will be round up.

We then depart back to Garies , by vehicle.

For the tour version of 8 days:

We continue to Vredendal , where we overnight at Tharrakamma, on dinner, bed, and breakfast basis. Drinks for your own account.

We depart to Cape Town, where we visit Kirstenbosch National Botanical Gardens . There we enjoy the many different flowers in this Cape Floral Kingdom, the most varied of all the different floral kingdoms of the world.

We bid our guests from Cape Town Goodbye.

We proceed to Cape Town International Airport for our flight back to Gauteng.

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Namaqualand Flower Tours

From: R 12,500.00

Overview Every Year after the winter rains a miracle of nature takes place in Namaqualand ( place of thirst )  when  wildflowers burst forth from the desert-like conditions to show themselves in all their glory  in this dry arid region. Over 3000 different species of wildflowers can be found here as well as wealth of succulent plants that account for one tenth of the succulents worldwide!

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Overview Every Year a miracle of nature takes place in Namaqualand ( place of thirst )  when wildflowers emerge from desert-like conditions to show themselves in all their glory in this dry arid region. Over 3000 different species of wildflowers can be found here as well as a wealth of succulent plants that account for one-tenth of the succulents worldwide!

Tour Duration: 4 Days/ 3 Nights Min/Max group size 2/10 people per tour

Namaqualand 4-day flower tour

• Depart Cape Town/ Stellenbosch
• Farm Stall Tea Stop in the Piekernierskloof  Mountains
• Lunch Clanwilliam. Namaqualand - Here we visit the Ramskop Nature Reserve with over 350 species  of wildflowers
• Wine Tasting Klawer winery
• Arrive at Nieuwoudville ( known as the Bulb  Capital of the world) after a spectacular drive through Vanrhyns Pass where we stay for two nights Dinner bed and Breakfast.
• We visit the Quiver Tree Forest (the largest Aloe  Forest in the world ) and the old ruins.This tree forest was a gathering place of Khoisan Hunters who would journey here in days long gone to source holders for their arrows.The hollowed-out branches of the tree made excellent quivers to hold their poisoned hunting arrows.
• Bokkeveld Nature Reserve with the spectacular Niewoudtville Waterfall
•  Tea and pancakes  stop at Historical Dutch Reformed Church in Niewoudtville
• Matjiesfontein Flower Reserve . The Matjiesfontein farm is reported to be the single farm with the largest diversity of wildflowers anywhere in the world.
• Hantam Botanical Gardens
• Papkuilsfontein Flower reserve
• Boreplaas is known for its  fields of Bulbinella
• Groenriver Ruins
• Glacial Plate over 300 million years ago a continental  Glacier  covered the entire Karoo,here in Niewoudville it left its mark in the form of grooves and gouges made in the sandstone
• Depart Niewoudtville to visit the succulent nursery in Vanrynsdorp
• Doringbaai   we travel along the coast taking in the flowers of the so-called “Sandveld" biome after a wine tasting in Doringbaai
• Lamberts Bay (Lunch)  visit Bird Island
• Velddrif (overnight)
• Departing  Velddrif   we head for Langebaan and the   West Coast National Park
• Postberg Flower Reserve is situated within the reserve and opened up every spring, with carpets of flowers! This reserve does not disappoint  so have your camera handy
• Picnic amongst the flowers
• Cape Town   to arrive around 4.30 pm

Please note: ·          We require 50% Deposit on the booking confirmation. Full payment month  before Tour ·          We reserve the right to change the itinerary to suit the weather without  prior notice Cancellation more than a week in advance: administration costs of 15% Cancellation between a week and 48 hours prior to departure date: 50% of the total amount Cancellation less than 48 hours prior to departure date : 100% of the total amount No show: no restitution

Departure times: Morning departure. The exact pick-up time will be confirmed the day before the tour. Departure point: Hotel pick-up in Cape Town or Stellenbosch What to bring ·         Hat ·         Camera ·         Sunscreen ·         Rain  jacket ·         Warm jacket ·         Comfortable Shoes Climate Namaqualand has a Mediterranean Climate. Transportation Quantum 9/13 seater luxury busses, Mercedes Benz c220cdi luxury Vehicle Credit Cards Accepted, Visa. Mastercard

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Namaqualand Flower Tour (Four Day Tour)

Namaqualand boasts over 6500 species of wildflowers. A dry and dusty area, Namaqualand is transformed into a wildflower wonderland during Aug-Sept.

Day 1 Cape Town-Niewoudville

Farm Stall tea stop Piketberg Mountains

The rugged Piekenierskloof Pass winds through the  Olifantsrivier Mountains and separates the Swartland of the Cape with the mineral-rich lands of the North. Stunning scenery and  many sweeping curves  later we arrive in Citrusdal

• Citrusdal , well-known for its export-quality oranges
• Arrive in  Clanwillian

Explore the  Ramskop Nature Reserve . Each year during August and September, depending on the preceding winter’s rainfall, the area is transformed into a floral showcase. The Wild Flower Garden contains a variety of more than 350 species of cultivated wildflowers. The walks on the laid-out paths through the garden also offer a beautiful view over the Clanwilliam Dam and of the Cederberg Mountains

The greater part of Clanwilliam falls within the world-renowned Cape Fynbos Biome. Fynbos is recognized as one of the 6 floral kingdoms in the world. More than 8 500 varieties have already been identified, of which more than 6 000 are endemic (occurring only in a specific area). Various endangered endemic fynbos species can be found in the area

• Lunch  Clanwilliam .
• Wine Tasting Klawer ( Time permitting )
• Arrive at  Nieuwoudville ( known as the Bulb  Capital of the world) after a spectacular drive  through  Vanrhyns Pass  where we stay for two nights Dinner bed and Breakfast.
• Activities included: Wine Tasting KlaverRamskop Nature ReserveMeals included: Dinner, Lunch, BreakfastExcluded : Alcoholic Beverages

Day 2 Niewoudville

• We visit the  Quiver Tree Forest (the largest Aloe  Forest in the world ) and the old ruins. This tree forest was a gathering place of Khoisan Hunters who would journey here in days long gone to source holders for their arrows. The hollowed-out branches of the tree made excellent quivers to hold their poisoned hunting arrows.
• Bokkeveld Nature Reserve  with the spectacular  Niewoudtville Waterfall
• Tea  and pancakes at Historical Dutch Reformed Church in Niewoudtville
• Matjiesfontein Flower Reserve . The Matjiesfontein farm is reported to be the single farm with the largest diversity of wildflowers anywhere in the world.
• Hantam Botanical Gardens
• Papkuilsfontien is One of the best places in Namaqualand to view the flowers. Papkuilsfontein is a privately owned farm with a staggering variety of flowers.
• Niewoudville Flower Reserve
• Trekpad Reserve
• Boereplaas  Bulbinella heaven !

Activities Included: All entrance fees

• Meals Included: Dinner, Lunch, Breakfast

Alcoholic Beverages Gratuities

Day 3 Vanrynsdorp-Doringbaai-Lamberts Bay-Port Owen

• Kneschtsvlakte succulent nursery Vanrynsdorp
• We depart Niewoudville and descend VanRyns Pass to the village of Vanrhynsdorp where we visit the Succulent nursery•  Kokerboom Succulent Nursery
• We continue this morning on our coastal drive further south to Lamberts Bay where we should see many unique coastal flowers in this so-called “Sandveld Coastal Biome”. At Lamberts’ Bay, we will visit Bird Island which lies about 100 m off the shore of Lambert’s Bay on the Cape’s West Coast. It offers visitors a rare opportunity to see the blue-eyed Cape gannet up close. Bird Island is one of only six sites worldwide where Cape gannets breed, and it is the only breeding site easily accessible to the public. The island, which is almost three hectares in size, is connected to the mainland via a breakwater. It is an important breeding and roosting site for seabirds, particularly Cape gannets and cormorants. Cape fur seals can be seen sunning themselves on the island’s rocks. In the island’s well-situated gannet lookout, visitors can get close to the birds and witness their unique mating dances. •  Lamberts Bay •  Bird Island
• Doringbaai (winetasting) 
• Port Owen overnight
• Excluded: Alcoholic Beverages; gratuities
• West Coast National Park Today we are heading for the West Coast Nature Reserve. During the months of August and September, depending on rainfall, the Potsberg Reserve miraculously transforms into an explosion of flowers. Here we will spend a large part of the day seeking out the best flower spots. Lunch will be a picnic with ocean views.After Lunch, we will meander back along the coast to arrive in Cape Town around 4.30 pm
• West Coast Nature Reserve
• Potsberg Private Nature Reserve

*The Itinerary might change to accommodate the weather/road conditions and flower displays.

• Day 2,4 will be a light Picnic Lunch amongst the flowers to maximize our day out.

• All accommodation
• Breakfast, lunch, dinner
• All entrance fees
• Transport in air-conditioned vehicles
• Services of a registered guide
• Items of a personal nature

* Maximum number: 8 people, Minimum number: 4 people. * Private tours can start on any date specified by clients, bearing in mind the flower season is beginning in August/September.

2023 Season dates:

                                    August 23-26th

                                   August   29th-1Sept

PRICE R12 500pp

Single supplement R 1 200

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Experience the wild flowers of namaqualand, 3 day itinerary.

Day 1: West Coast/Elandsbay/House of Rooibos/succulent nursery

Today’s highlights:

• We drive up the  West Coast and see the beautiful bright, yellow canola fields.
• We stop along the way for refreshments (own account).
• We drive through Veldrif and visit Bokkomlaan, where you will learn about the famous dried fish called Bokkom.
• We drive on to Elansbaai where you will enjoy lunch by the sea and weather permitting, enjoy a lovely walk on the beach.
• We drive on through the towns of Leipoltdville and Graafwater.
• We reach Clanwilliam with the incredible Cederberg mountains as the backdrop and discover this to be the only place in the world where Rooibos tea grows naturally.
• You will visit The House of Rooibos where you will learn how the rooibos plant is grown, harvested and  made into tea. There is also a wonderful variety of products on sale, from tea’s to skin care products.
• You can also enjoy a lovely rooibos tea tasting.
• We drive further North and enter the incredible region of Namaqualand with the breathtaking Matzikama mountain range welcoming you to Vanryhnsdorp.
• We visit a succulent nursery in Vanrhynsdorp, where you will see the most incredible succulent plants and learn how they have adapted to survive their harsh living conditions.
• Check into our accommodation. We will either stay at the lovely Lombard’s guest house or Vanryhnsdorp self-catering resort.
• Dinner will be enjoyed at the best restaurant in town, The Red OX at Letsatsi Lodge.

Day 2: Quiver tree forest/ Nieuwoudville/Matjiesfontein farm

• Delicious breakfast at the Red OX.
• We drive up the breathtaking Vanrhyns pass.
• You visit the quiver tree forest. It is truly a sight to behold! You are able to walk amongst the trees, which are not actually trees but aloe plants. You will learn all about the quiver trees and you will discover many incredible plant species growing all around them as well.
• We visit the beautiful sandstone church in Nieuwoudville and enjoy a cup of tea and some of the best pancakes I have ever tasted. They also have a wonderful craft market, where you can buy anything from home made rusks, leather belts, knitted teddy bears, aprons and SO much more.
• A visit to Matjiesfontein farm where you will be surrounded by flowers as far as your eye can see. A truly incredible experience. You are able to walk amongst the flowers and find amazing species and take many,many pictures.
• You enjoy your packed lunch surrounded by flowers.
• After a full and memorable day we head back to Vanhrynsdorp.
• Dinner at the Red OX or if you would like to have a braai on your own at your accommodation then you are welcome to do so or we can braai together as a group (weather permitting).

Day 3: Pakhuis pass/Travellers Rest/Biedouw valley

• With bags packed we head off along the N7 to Clanwilliam.
• We drive through the Pakhuis pass and marvel at the amazing rock formations.
• We stop at Traveller’s Rest for refreshments (own account). A beautiful hidden gem, situated next to the Brandewyn river.
• We then head off and experience the majestic beauty of the Biedouw valley. Here we spend our time walking amongst the flowers and enjoying our lunch.
• After another spectacular day, we start to make our way back to Cape Town.

I am with you the whole time, walking with you in the flowers, pointing out and explaining different species to you.

We reserve the right to change the daily routes as it deems fit due to weather, road conditions and or where the flowers are showing the best.

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During August and September, depending on winter rain, the Namaqualand and the West Coast of the fairest Cape transforms into a kaleidoscope of color which is brought on by the wildflowers of the area after the winter rains. This tour is a special interest and seasonal trip and designed for you to visit as many of these wonderful sights as possible in parts of the Northern Cape as well as the Western Cape. So you will be staying in small towns along the N7 on the west coast and enjoy South African hospitality at its best.

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Day 1: Saturday 15 August

We depart early morning from Johannesburg. On route to Kuruman, we travel via Ventersdorp, Coligny, Sannieshof towards Vryburg. Then we continue towards Kuruman, where we visit the Eye of Kuruman. Overnight stay in Kathu.

Day 2: Sunday 16 August

After breakfast, we depart towards Kakamas. On route we have rest stops at Olifantshoek and Upington.  After lunch in Upington, we travel via Keimoes, exploring the Green Kalahari before arriving in Kakamas. This afternoon we will visit the spectacular Augrabies Waterfall on the outskirts of the town.  The overnight stay and dinner is in Kakamas.

Day 3: Monday 17 August  

We depart for Springbok, with a rest stop at Pofadder, and on route we start seeing the first of the wildflowers. We visit the Goegap nature reserve in the afternoon, together with the Hester Malan Wildflower Garden. Overnight stay (for 1 night) in Springbok

Kakamas Road Stall

Day 4: Tuesday 18 August

After breakfast, we travel slowly southwards towards Kamieskroon. This is where we visit the famous Skilpad Wildflower Reserve with its spectacular display of Namaqualand daisies. We spend quality time in this spectacular reserve before we travel south, through the well-known “Knersvlakte”. The overnight stay for the next two nights is in VanRhynsdorp.

Day 5: Wednesday 19 August

Today is set out to view the flowers of the Nieuwoudville area, visiting the Nieuwoudville Waterfall, the Hantam national botanical gardens and the Quiver Tree Forest. Enjoy the variety of bulb and plant species found in the area. Enjoy lunch in town. Return late afternoon the VanRhynsdorp

Day 6:  Thursday 20 August

After a leisurely breakfast, we travel to Clanwilliam to visit the town and the beautiful Ramskop Wildflower Garden. After spending quality time in these magnificent gardens, it is time for lunch in town and some shopping before travelling on wards to Lambertsbay. Overnight stay for the next 1 night is in Lambertsbay

Namaqualand Daisies

Day 7: Friday 21 August

Today we continue to explore the wonders of the West Coast, travelling along the coastline towards Saldanha Bay and Langebaan. We stay over for the last 2 nights in Langebaan.

Day 8: Saturday 22 August

The West Coast area offers a large and different variety of fauna and flora. Enjoy the day exploring the area, including a visit to Darling with its various wildflower reserves in and around town, the Tienie Versveld Wildflower Reserve. We end the day by visiting the West Coast National Park

Day 9: Sunday 23 August

Depart after breakfast so that you are in time for your flight departure from Cape Town to Johannesburg. On arrival in Johannesburg, you will be met by a colleague and transferred back home.

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• Day 1 Johannesburg - Kimberley -500km
• Day 2 Kimberley - Upington -410km
• Day 3 Upington – Kamieskroon- 550km
• Day 4 Kamieskroon - Lamberts Bay -425km
• Day 5 Lambertsbaai – Langebaan - 170km
• Day 6 Langebaan – Matjiesfontein – 300km
• Day 7 Matjiesfontein - Gariep dam- 600km
• Day 8 Gariep Dam - Home -650km

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West Coast Way

www.westcoastway.co.za

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK

Book: 2022 Flower Tour by GOING WEST

3-day west coast wild flower tour.

Only on 15-17 August, 20-22 August, 24-26 August, 28-30 August, and 2-4 September 2022

BOOK YOUR 3 DAY/2 NIGHT FLOWER TOUR: [email protected] WhatsApp OR Call 072 392 4017

Air-Conditioned Tour Vehicle Departs From And Returns To Cape Town

The #flowerseason is upon us with the flowers popping up all over the West Coast Way

This coming flower season promises to be one of the best ever! We have had great rainfall in the area and this year promises to be a special one! We have very limited space left for our very popular 3 Day Flower tours .

This tour in a snapshot

Cape Town – Piekenierskloof Pass –  Citrusdal – Clanwilliam – Ramskop Gardens – Biedouw Valley – Vanrhynsdorp

Vanrhynsdorp – Vanrhyns Pass – Nieuwoudtville – Matjiesfontein Farm – Papkuilsfontein – Hantam Botanical Gardens

West Coast – West Coast National Park – Postberg – Cape Town

Available Date

Price r8 450.00 ex vat.

per person sharing (R1,700 ex VAT additional for single supplement) – kids UNDER 12 PAY 50% – Kids 2 and under free

Tour Includes

4-Star Accommodation, transport, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 3 lunches, coffee stops, entrance fees, wine tasting, Registered Cathsseta guide

Confirm your booking with a 50% deposit payment.

BOOK YOUR 3 DAY/2 NIGHT WEST COAST FLOWER TOUR: [email protected] WhatsApp OR Call 072 392 4017

Tour includes.

4-Star Accommodation, transport, 2 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 3 lunches, coffee stops, entrance fees, wine tasting, Registered Cathsseta guide.

Luxury travel

Each passenger has their own light, a/c point. Ample USB charging points in vehicle. Accommodation: 4-star Lodge Type with Registered Cathsseta guide. COVID-19 protocols Tours are limited to 14 people max per vehicle. Vehicles will be 22 seater VW Crafter and 22 seater Merc Benz Sprinter to comply with COVID-19 regulations. We follow ALL COVID-19 PROTOCOLS on a daily basis. We use a NON ALCOHOLIC disinfectant for hand spray and to disinfect our vehicles.

Additional services

Would you like to arrive earlier or stay longer in Cape Town? We can book your accommodation and car bookings.

Landscape of the area southwest of Clanwilliam, Ramskop Nature Reserve, Western Cape, South Africa.

We do pick-ups at V&A City Lodge, The Lodge at Atlantic Beach or Cape Town as well as Cape Town International Airport. Should you fly in, we request guests to be at Cape Town Airport no later than 07:30, for us to depart at approximately 07:45. Even better, if you arrive a day before departure we can assist with your booking for Cape Town accommodation and car hire.

Overnight: Vanrhynsdorp Activities Included:  Ramskop Garden & Rooibos Tea Factory & Biedouw Valley Accommodation: 4-Star Luxury Accommodation Meals:  Lunch & Dinner

We then finish off the day with a flower drive before making our way back to Vredendal/Vanrhynsdorp.

Overnight: Vanrhynsdorp Activities Included:  Visit a nursery, Van Rhyns Pass, Matjiesfontein Farm & Papkuilsfontein Farm Accommodation: 4-Star Luxury Accommodation Meals:  Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner

West Coast – West Coast National Park – Postberg – Cape Town We spend our day exploring the flowers of the West Coast and the West Coast National Park. We travel back via Clanwilliam, Leipoldtville, Dwarskersbos, then from Velddrif to Langebaan! We will also enjoy the natural beauty of the Langebaan lagoon. The visit to Postberg Flower Reserve will be the highlight of the day as this part of the park is only open two months of the year!

Activities Included: Langebaan Lagoon; West Coast National Park Meals: Breakfast, Lunch

We reserve the right to change the daily routes as it deems fit due to weather, road conditions, and or where the flowers are showing the best. Please also note that the flowers normally bloom from about 10 am – 3 pm, depending on the weather and the sun, and this plays a huge part in our daily itinerary!

Please, can we request that you pack a small suitcase as we won’t have a trailer for this tour and space is scarce!

A deposit of 50% is payable to confirm the booking, with the balance due ten working days before tour commencing. Please note there will be a 100% cancellation fee once the booking has been confirmed. In case of a national COVID lockdown your full deposit will be paid back.

West Coast Way Is South Africa’s Road Trip With The Most Twists

Explore the cape west coast by planning a self-drive trip or  book a guided tour  for a nature and adventure-filled cape west coast holiday..

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