Attractions IN Gansbaai
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 ...
Nature Reserves
Grootbos Nature Reserve
Grootbos Nature Reserve is spectacularly situated on the fynbos and forest clad hills that overlook the whale-watching haven of Walker Bay. This multi-award winning 1750 ha reserve is home to more than 740 different species of plants is a nature lover’s ...
Attractions AROUND Gansbaai
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 ...
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 ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Overberg Fynbos Route
The Overberg Fynbos Route, also known as the Southern Overberg Fynbos Route, is a route put together by a group of land owners in the southern Overberg, with the intention of promoting an area rich in fynbos, beauty, nature reserves and pretty towns ...
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 ...
Activities / Popular Tourist Routes / Whale Route
The Whale Coast Route
The Whale Route begins in Cape Town and follows the particularly pretty R44, also known as Clarence Drive, through the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. It is a popular drive that easily rivals Chapman's Peak in Cape Town as one of the most scenic in the ...
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 ...
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 ...
Nature Reserves
De Mond Nature Reserve
As its name suggests De Mond Nature Reserve lies at a river mouth – the Heuningnes River - in the curve of a natural bay, almost halfway between the coastal towns of Arniston and Struis Bay. The De Mond estuary has remained relatively undisturbed and ...
Gansbaai as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Baardskeerdersbos, Barrydale, Bettys Bay, Botrivier, Buffeljagsrivier, Caledon, Cape Agulhas, De Hoop, De Kelders, Elgin, Fisherhaven, Franskraal, Grabouw, Greyton, Heidelberg, Hermanus, Kleinbaai, Kleinmond, Malgas, Onrus, Pearly Beach, Pringle Bay, Riviersonderend, Rooi Els, Sandbaai, Stanford, Suiderstrand, Suurbraak, Swellendam, Vermont, Villiersdorp, Witsand
Staying Overnight
Platbos Forest Cabins
Platbos Forest offers self catering accommodation in an indigenous forest found on the Baviaanspoort Hills in Gansbaai. This ancient forest has t...
Ons C-Huis
Situated overlooking Walker Bay, Ons C-Huis provides accommodation for six guests. The house has a spacious, elevated deck that boasts wonderful ...
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...
Ons C-Huis
Situated overlooking Walker Bay, Ons C-Huis provides accommodation for six guests. The house has a spacious, elevated deck that boasts wonderful ...
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...
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...
49 on Cliff
49 on Cliff accommodates guests in a north-facing guesthouse, only steps away from the ocean with spectacular sunsets. De Kelders, world-renowned...
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...
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...
Abalone Cottage
The Abalone Cottage is a six sleeper, pet friendly cottage offering comfortable self-catering accommodation for families and groups. The cottage ...
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...
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...
Royal Albatros
Royal Albatros consists of two self catering apartments. There are unrestricted views, even from every bed, of Walker Bay. There is only fynbos a...
28 Kolgans
The apartment sleeps five guests in three bedrooms. The main bedroom had a double bed, the second room has two single beds and the third room has...
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...
Whale Huys Luxury Oceanfront 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 ...
Villa View
Situated close to Gansbaai in the Cape Overberg, Villa Vue is a tastefully decorated holiday home for 10 guests. The triple story home boasts bea...
Groeneweide
Treat your loved ones to a peaceful weekend or vacation in nature by booking accommodation in one of our beautiful and comfortable houses at Groe...
Nell's B&B
Nell’s B&B is situated in Kleinbaai, in the Cape Whale Coast. Kleinbaai is known world wide for shark cage diving and boat based whale viewing tr...
Casterly Rock
Casterly Rock offers accommodation in five apartments in De Kelders, just off the R43 in the Cape Overberg. From here you can enjoy beautiful sea...
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, ...
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...
Lagoon's Edge
Lagoon's Edge is situated within Franskraal and accommodates up to four guests. This cottage is approximately 15 meters from the lagoon and is al...
Sharky Holiday Home
Sharky is a modern self catering holiday home in close vicinity of Kleinbaai shark viewing and cage diving facilities. Boats also depart from Kle...
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...
Forty Winks Holiday Home
Forty Winks Holiday Home is a modern home offering accommodation for six adults and two children. The house is within walking distance of the cli...
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...
Rots-en-See
Rots-en-See is a fully equipped self catering holiday home found on the shoreline in Franskraal, near Gansbaai. The house sleeps 12 guests in fiv...
White Shark Guesthouse
Featuring views of the Atlantic Ocean, White Shark Guest House is located 400m from the harbour in Kleinbaai. Activities on our doorstep include ...
Aire del Mar Guest House
Aire del Mar is ideally situated in the quiet seaside resort of Kleinbaai, world known for viewing of the Great White Sharks. Friendly personal s...
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...
Franskraal B&B
Franskraal Bed and Breakfast is situated in the secluded seaside village of Franskraal, neighbour to Gansbaai and Kleinbaai, on the water's edge....
The Lookout at Whale Cove
The Lookout at Whale Cove is a beautifully appointed three bedroomed self-catering apartment situated directly on the seafront, with magnificent ...
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 ...
Uylenvlei Retreat
Uylenvlei Retreat offers accommodation in picturesque surroundings and a green, well developed garden. The retreat is located between Gansbaai an...
Wild Ocean Self Catering
Wild Ocean Self-Catering offers comfortable accommodation in Danger Point, just 3.7km outside the town centre of Gansbaai. The Main House has thr...
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...
White Shark Backpackers
White Shark Backpackers offers comfortable accommodation in double or twin rooms in Gansbaai. This popular area is the Great White shark capital ...
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...
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...
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...
Albatross House De Kelders
The Albatross House is a stunning three bedroom self-catering house in De Kelders. The house has three bedrooms which can be arranged into two ki...
Whale Sea Cottage
Whale Sea Cottage is a seafront holiday house offering Cape Overberg self catering with a view of Walker Bay. Enjoy uninterrupted sea views and b...
Allie's Place
Allie's Place offers accommodation for up to twelve guests in a large house located in Franskraal, 6km from Gansbaai in the Western Cape. There a...
Amazing Grace B&B
Amazing Grace B&B is a comfortable unit with a separate entrance to the main house. The unit is located in De Kelders, just 5km away from Gansbaa...
Farm 215 Nature Retreat
The reserve of Farm 215 is located mid-way on the gravel-road from Gansbaai to Baardskeerdersbos and onwards to Cape Agulhas. A 2 hour drive from...
Fort Wiltshire
Fort Wiltshire is a wonderful place to get away to - whether you a group of friends, a couple of families or just a family on your own. Located n...
After 8 B&B
After 8 B&B offers accommodation only 60 metres from the Kleinbaai harbour. The guest house is situated within easy walking distance of rock pool...
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...
The Roundhouse
The Roundhouse is a three storey high, round building with a thatched roof, situated in the prime whale watching area. The house has a very moder...
Saxon Lodge
Saxon Lodge is a boutique hotel situated in Gansbaai, the world’s Great White Shark capital, in the Western Cape, a short, beautiful, 2 hour driv...
Bellamente Sirene
Bellamente Sirene is a Mediterranean style guesthouse, nestled in Fynbos in De Kelders, Gansbaai. Overlooking the sea and the mountains we offer...
Fairhill Nature Reserve
Fairhill is a self catering guest house that sleeps 10 people and is rented out as a unit. Treat yourself to a unique fynbos experience in the he...
The Bay Lodge Gansbaai
Situated close to the secluded little beach called Standfords Cove in De Kelders, approximately 3 kms from Gansbaai. View the whales and dolphins...
Romans Villa Boutique Guest House
Situated on the Cape Whale Coast, Romans Villa Boutique Guest House is a beachfront guest house within the secure gated Romansbaai Beach & Fynbos...
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...
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