Attractions IN/AROUND De Kelders
Beaches
Cape Overberg Beaches
While much of the Cape Overberg is inland, there are a number of spectacular beaches to be found here. Hermanus is a coastal town known for its excellent whale-watching opportunities. It is also home to some of the magnificent beaches that have earned it ...
Nature Reserves
Dyer Island Nature Reserve
Most people have heard of Dyer Island. Shark Alley, the strip of sea between Dyer Island and Geyser Rock, off the coast of Gansbaai and Pearly Beach in the Overberg, is famous for shark cage diving, and one of the biggest tourist attractions of the ...
Penguin Route / Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Popular Tourist Routes
Dyer Island Penguin Colony
Dyer Island lies roughly 8.5km off the coast of Gansbaai, about two hours' from Cape Town; the most southern offshore island frequented by penguins. It is also considered by Birdlife South Africa as one of the 101 Important Bird Areas in the country ...
Nature Reserves
Flower Valley Farm
Flower Valley Farm partners with Fynsa, based in the nearby town of Stanford. They provide a group of local people to pick fynbos at Flower Valley. The group of mostly women arrange the fynbos into bouquets for both local and overseas retailers, like ...
Golf Courses
Gansbaai Golf Club
Famous for being the southernmost golf course in Africa, this course is all about breath-taking ocean views and a great game of golf. It was established in 1985 and has, since then, hosted local players and international enthusiasts alike. This course ...
Botanical Gardens
Harold Porter Botanical Gardens
The Harold Porter National Botanical Garden lies in the epicentre (heart) of the Cape fynbos region - a dedication to this natural shrubland vegetation with 10 hectares of cultivated fynbos garden, and a further 190 hectares of natural fynbos to gratify ...
Uniquely South African / Popular Tourist Routes / Penguin Route
Penguin Route
The diminutive African Penguin is found mainly on islands off our shoreline. It has also taken up residence amongst us in mainland colonies, like Boulders beach and Stony Point, both of which have become major tourist ...
Forests
Platbos Indigenous Forest
Just off the coast of Gansbaai you will find Africa's southernmost forest. Platbos is an ancient, indigenous forest that lies on the slopes of the Baviaanspoort Hills on the Grootbos Road just outside Stanford, the largest remaining fragment of the ...
Outdoor Activities
Shark Cage Diving
Shark cage diving in South Africa has grown greatly in popularity and there are now a number of commercialized locations to view these incredible monsters of the deep. Your adrenaline is sure to pump as you come almost face to face with the sea’s most ...
Nature Reserves
Walker Bay Fynbos Conservancy
Part of the value of this conservancy is that it is the natural hub of a range of endangered and rare fynbos species and habitats. So many of these are otherwise decimated or damaged by urbanisation, agriculture, alien species, deforestation, and ...
Nature Reserves
Walker Bay Nature Reserve
Extending along a stretch of coast between the town of De Kelders and the Hermanus Lagoon, the Walker Bay Nature Reserve lies just 3 kilometres from Gansbaai, east of Hermanus on the Danger Point Peninsula. One can get into the reserve at Stanford, via ...
Activities / Miscellaneous / Whale Route
Whale Watching in Walker Bay
Walker Bay – heart of the whale coast. The waters between Hermanus and Pearly Beach attract hundreds of whales annually to the shallow waters of this coastline, also known as the whale coast. Daily sightings of these giant beasts of the sea, certainly in ...
... and a little further afield
Landmarks / National Parks / Nature Reserves
Agulhas National Park
Lying in what is known as the Agulhas Plain at the southernmost tip of Africa is the Agulhas National Park, just 45 kilometres from the popular village of Gansbaai. This might be the meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, but the Agulhas ...
Golf Courses
Arabella Golf Club
Set in the Majestic Kogelberg mountain range and bordered by the Bot Rivier Lagoon is the Arabella Golf Course with its tricky bunkers, immaculate Kikuyu fairways and inventive water hazards it is of little wonder that the course has consistently been ...
Entertainment / Miscellaneous / Popular Tourist Routes
Baardskeerdersbos Art Route
The artist's village of Baardskeerdersbos, more commonly known to locals simply as Bbos, lies on a dirt road somewhere between Stanford and Wolvengat. Most commonly it is accessed via the road that takes you past Grootbos Nature Reserve and Platbos ...
Marine Protected Areas
Betty's Bay Marine Protected Area
Betty's Bay MPA lies adjacent to the popular seaside town of Betty's Bay and the Kogelberg Nature Reserve, both managed by CapeNature. It protects a diverse number of habitats – from rocky shores and exposed sandy beaches, to subtidal ...
Nature Reserves
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area
Boosmansbos Wilderness Area lies in the beautiful Langeberg Mountains, over 14 000 hectares that is, in turn, part of the Grootvadersbosch Nature Reserve. It is regarded as a hiker's domain, a great space in which to scale peaks to reach views that are ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Caledon Blue Crane Route
The Caledon farmers grouped together to protect the Blue Crane bird and increase tourism in the area, establishing the Caledon Blue Crane Route, which allows visitors to see the blue crane in its natural environment, and encouraging the blue crane onto ...
Beaches
Cape Agulhas Beaches
Cape Agulhas is a rocky headland with some gorgeous beaches, making it a stunning weekend getaway for travellers along the Garden Route or those exploring the Cape Overberg. The Cape Agulhas region is home to the coastal towns of Arniston, L’Agulhas, ...
Natural Wonders
Cape Whale Coast
The coming of the whales to the Cape Overberg coastline, also known as the Cape Whale Coast, every year between June and November, not only creates a stir, but brings to our shores a large, intelligent and remarkable giant of the sea and the only mammal ...
Marine Protected Areas
De Hoop Marine Protected Area
De Hoop Marine Protected Area (MPA) lies adjacent to the De Hoop Nature Reserve on the Cape Overberg coastline, protecting 253 km² between Stillbaai Point and Ryspunt, and extending three nautical miles offshore. Marine protected areas ...
Nature Reserves
De Hoop Nature Reserve
The De Hoop Nature Reserve is approximately 34 000 ha in size and one of the largest natural areas managed by Cape Nature Conservation. It is a favourite destination for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers and during the winter and early summer months, whale ...
De Kelders as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Baardskeerdersbos, Barrydale, Bettys Bay, Botrivier, Buffeljagsrivier, Caledon, Cape Agulhas, De Hoop, Elgin, Fisherhaven, Franskraal, Gansbaai, Grabouw, Greyton, Hawston, Heidelberg, Hermanus, Kleinbaai, Kleinmond, Malgas, Onrus, Pearly Beach, Pringle Bay, Riviersonderend, Rooi Els, Sandbaai, Stanford, Suiderstrand, Suurbraak, Swellendam, Tesselaarsdal, Vermont, Villiersdorp, Witsand
Staying Overnight
Guppy Huys
Guppy Huys is situated in De Kelders in the Cape Overberg and offers accommodation in a quiet upmarket neighbourhood. The town of Gansbaai is jus...
Stanford's Cove Villa One
Standford's Cove Villa One offers accommodation in De Kelders situated on the edge of an indigenous fynbos green belt meters away from Stanford's...
Sage at Whale Cove
Sage at Whale Cove is a lovely front row apartment on the ground floor offering self catering in De Kelders. The apartment enjoys spectacular ful...
Eirene Place
Eirene Place is a spacious studio apartment located in De Kelders near the village of Gansbaai. The accommodation offers partial sea views, with ...
On the Rocks B&B
On the Rocks B&B allows you to enjoy a peaceful getaway, comfortable accommodation and splendid sunsets. All rooms are equipped with satellite TV...
The Yellow Door
The Yellow Door is a self-catering double-storey vacation home offering accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai. This family-friendly holiday house...
The View At Whale Cove
The View At Whale Cove is situated on the edge of an indigenous Fynbos green belt, just metres away from the ocean in De Kelders. Boasting a sun-...
La Petite Baleine Seaside Villa
Located in the seaside town of De Kelders and boasting sweeping, uninterrupted views is La Petite Baleine. Offering self catering accommodation, ...
30 On Main
30 On Main, nestled between Gansbaai and Stanford, is the place to unwind - whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or simply a base from wh...
La Luna House
La Luna is a cosy, wooden home that provides accommodation for six guests. Situated in Walker Bay, this is one of the most astonishing places in ...
Whale Watch Accommodation
Situated in De Kelders, Whale Watch Accommodation is a comfortable holiday home ideal for a family break away. Standford Cove and De Kelders swim...
Happy Family House
Situated on the Golden Mile, Happy Family House offers accommodation in a cosy, stylish residence for 10 guests. This is the perfect holiday acc...
Bellamente Sirene
Bellamente Sirene is a Mediterranean style guesthouse, nestled in Fynbos in De Kelders, Gansbaai. Overlooking the sea and the mountains we offer...
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Grootbos is a 5 star private nature reserve that celebrates the wonders of the dramatic landscape of South Africa. Exclusive and secluded, guests...
Forest Cabin
Forest Cabins at Romansbaai is located on a private beach estate, in the Overberg, with access to a pristine and private sandy beach. This is clo...
Crayfish Lodge Sea & Country Guest House
Live the warmth of the sunsets, the magic of the whales and the beauty of the sea - at Crayfish Lodge. Newly built, this beautiful modern true se...
Whalesong Lodge
A small intimate guesthouse perched on top of the rugged De Kelders Cliffs overlooking the picturesque Walker Bay with the coastline stretching f...
Cliff Lodge Cottage
Cliff Lodge Cottage is a stunning cottage located in De Kelders, Gansbaai. This tranquil beach house is ideal for honeymooners or small groups lo...
Whale Huys Luxury Oceanfront Eco Villa
Where two oceans meet and about as close to paradise as you can get. Perched on the oceans edge, Whale Huys has beautiful unobstructed sea views ...
Marine 5 Guesthouse
Marine 5 Guesthouse overlooks the Walker Bay Marine Conservation Area. From here you are surrounded by fynbos and have a fabulous view from where...
Twin Cabins at Romansbaai
Twin Cabins at Romansbaai offers two separate cabins, the one with lounge, kitchen and entertainment area, the other two en-suite luxury bedrooms...
Sunset View at Whale Cove
Boasting stunning sea views, Sunset View Apartment is a luxury self catering apartment for 6 people. De Kelders offers the best shark cage diving...
Sea Star Lodge
The lodge is located in de Kelders - a small village at the Atlantic Ocean between Stanford and Gansbaai. Originally designed as a private home f...
Black Barn
The Black Barn is set in lush Fynbos on an exclusive and private Beach Estate. It is located 400m from a white sandy beach. The Black Barn offers...
Romansbaai Moksha on the Sea
Romansbaai Moksha is located in the Romansbaai Beach and Fynbos Estate in Gansbaai. Experience bliss and inspiration, lose yourself in a breathta...
Blougans B&B
A warm welcome awaits you at the four-star Blougans B&B in Perlemoenbaai, near Gansbaai. The accommodation overlooks Walker Bay, the only Whale N...
Calamari Self Catering
Calamari Self Catering boasts beautiful views, has two beautiful bedrooms both furnished with Queen-size beds and two sofa beds, perfect for curl...
Whale Cove A104
Whale Cove A104 is a three bedroom, two bathroom luxury apartment in De Kelders, Gansbaai, with secure on site parking. The apartment is a modern...
Walker Bay Whale Watching Villa
Fleur Du Cap is a luxury, sea front villa offering accommodation in De Kelders set on limestone cliffs overlooking the best whale watching spot i...
Stanford's Cove Villa
Stanford's Cove Villa is a split level Villa situated on the edge of an indigenous fynbos green belt meters away from Stanford's Cove. A private ...
Zeezicht Guest House
Zeezicht Guest House can accommodate up to eight guests and offers views of the sea and the mountains. The guest house is located in the pristine...
Cypress Cove
Situated just 200m from a private beach on an estate in Gansbaai, Cypress Cove offers accommodation to four people. Gansbaai is well known for it...
Stanford's Cove Villa Two
Standford's Cove Villa One offers accommodation in De Kelders on the edge of an indigenous fynbos green belt meters away from Stanford's Cove....
Lagom Place
Set in Fynbos and perfectly positioned a stone's throw from a private beach on an estate in Gansbaai, Lagom Place provides accommodation for two ...
The Eagle's Nest De Kelders
The Eagle's Nest is a self-catering holiday home in De Kelders, just outside of Gansbaai, Western Cape. The home is ideal for a family or group o...
Sea Star Cliff
Sea Star Cliff offers bed & breakfast accommodation in De Kelders. The Gansbaai area is popular for Whale watching and shark cage diving. All roo...
1 Harbour Way
1 Harbour Way is a self-catering home overlooking Gansbaai's quaint fishing harbour. If you love upmarket living and enjoy being as close to natu...
Whale Waters Lodge
A warm welcome awaits you at Whale Waters' Guest Lodge situated on the De Kelders' cliffs overlooking Walker Bay, well-known for its world renown...
Baywatch Cottage
Experience the epitome of coastal living at Baywatch Cottage, providing accommodation in De Kelders with unrivalled views of Walker Bay. The home...
Kleinzee Oceanfront Guesthouse
Oceanfront, affordable luxury in the best area for land based whale watching. Built in Cape Dutch farmhouse style, this guest house offers 3 ocea...
Villa The Cherry
Villa the Cherry is a luxury seafront retreat on a unique location and an architectural delight. It is located right on the cliff with unspoilt v...
Cliff Lodge
Set on the cliffs, right above the sea with breathtaking views across Walker Bay, Cliff Lodge is 25 minutes from Hermanus in the village of De Ke...
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