Lwandle, Cape Helderberg
The informal settlement of Lwandle lies close to both Somerset West and Gordons Bay and people who live here are employed in the Helderberg Basin, largely within the building industry, although as many as 60% are still unemployed.
Many of those who live here originally came here under the migrant labour system during the late 1950s from the Eastern Cape province and most residents still live in shacks whilst the government puts approved housing projects into place.
The Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum has placed the settlement on many visitors’ maps. It is the first of its kind in South Africa to tell the story of hostel life and the migrant labour system - its trials and triumphs. It is housed in what used to be the community hall and a number of travel operators now run tours through the township to take in the museum on their route.
Visits here will include a tour by a local community guide so that there is personal interaction with members of the community, and might include a stop at a local restaurant or a food garden, such as that started by the Nceduluntu Sanctuary Trust for orphaned and vulnerable children, which, together with Mama Lumka, cares for a total of 60 children in 10 homes.
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Hotels & other accommodation options
KaapsePracht Bed & Breakfast
KaapsePracht is a modern 4 star Dutch owned B&B in the beautiful city of Somerset West and is well situated in a tranquil residential area on the...
Dai Heka Guest House
Dai Heka Guest House offers accommodation in Strand, just 45km away from Cape Town and 25km from Cape Town International Airport. The splendour o...
Winelands Villa Guesthouse & Cottages
The Winelands Villa Guesthouse is perfect for the discerning guest who values privacy, comfort and hospitality. The guesthouse offers ten spaciou...
Bergsig Self Catering
Bergsig in Gordons Bay offers four fully equipped and beautifully decorated holiday apartments. The units are ideal for families with two childre...
Manor House at Knorhoek Estate
Manor House is located on the mountain slopes at Knorhoek Estate and offers accommodation for a total of twenty eight guests. This area is part o...
YEBO Boutique Guesthouse
The YEBO Boutique Guesthouse offers guests with an active lifestyle the opportunity to enjoy a very special stay. The accommodation is a great ba...
Sunset Beach Apartment 2
Sunset Beach Apartment 2 offers self catering near Strand beach. The accommodation is within close proximity to Water World, Somerset Mall and wi...
Smart Stay Apartments
The Western Cape is one of the most beautiful destinations in the world. Enjoy the incredible views of the Western Cape of South Africa by stayi...
93 On Beach Road
93 On Beach Road offers two warm and inviting bedrooms, one is furnished with a Queen-size bed and the other is furnished with two single beds. T...
Things to do in the area
Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum
The Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum is 40 kilometres (30 miles) outside Cape Town. It is a memorial to the system of migrant labour, single sex hos...
Lwandle Township Walking Tour
Join our township walk. Starting from the Lwandle Migrant Labour Museum, the guided walk includes meeting the residents, visiting the Hector Pete...
Somerset Mall
Somerset Mall offers 204 stores and everything it takes to give families from Somerset West through to Mossel Bay a safe, fun-filled entertainmen...
Noteworthy attractions
Helderberg Wine Route
The 25 members of the Helderberg route follow distinctly different methods of growing grapes, from a 300-year old historical cellar to state-of-t...
Cape Helderberg Beaches
Where? The eastern coast of False Bay, ± 45 minutes from Cape Town. Includes Gordons Bay, Strand, Bikini beach, Kogel Bay. Go there for family ou...
Erinvale Golf Club
Having proudly hosted the World Cup of Golf in 1996 and twice the SAA open of Golf, Erinvale falls into the premium category of course. Designed ...
Somerset West Golf Club
Somerset West Golf Club is the oldest golf club in the area. It was officially founded in 1908. Until about 1985 the course was divided into 11 a...
Strand Golf Club
This golf course is situated close to the sandy beaches of the False Bay in a peaceful area surrounded by sea and mountains. Ducks and swans glid...
Hottentots Holland Nature Reserve
The 42,000 ha Reserve stretches from Elgin in the south to beyond Villiersdorp in the north, and from the Stellenbosch mountains in the west, eas...
Somerset Mall
Somerset Mall offers 204 stores and everything it takes to give families from Somerset West through to Mossel Bay a safe, fun-filled entertainmen...
Helderberg Wine Estates
The Helderberg Region is part of the wine-producing hub of the Cape Winelands in the Western Cape. It comprises the Strand, Somerset West and Gor...
Helderberg Nature Reserve
Set on the southern slopes of the Helderberg mountains, this 402 hectare reserve is a beautiful escape with breathtaking views, sef guided walks,...
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