Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Garden Route » WildernessWildernessWilderness is situated on the Garden Route in the Western Ca Wilderness is situated on the Garden Route in the Western Cape. Wilderness is renowned for its hospitality and the natural beauty of the surrounding area. Wilderness is set between the Kaaimans River and the Goukama Nature Reserve, whilst being bordered by the Outeniqua Mountains. Wilderness is famous for it tranquil sea and beaches which stretch on forever, and has become an internationally sought after holiday resort. Wilderness is also surrounded by many rivers and natural lakes and lagoons. This makes it a great spot for water sport enthusiasts, who flock there regularly. Wilderness also has a great number of craftsmen and women in the area. There work is often for sale and the tourist can pick up many bargains at the monthly craft markets, held in the middle and end of the month. This and many other interesting aspects of the town add to its rustic charm. Wilderness is a place that must be visited by any tourist in the Garden Route, it truly is a place of timeless beauty Wilderness, nestled between the wooded foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains and a vast expanse of golden beach, truly embodies the best of the Garden Route. In spite of development, the area has managed to maintain it’s picturesque charm. As the western gateway to the southern Cape lakes area, it is today a nature lover’s paradise best known for it’s beaches, lakes, placid lagoon and lush indigenous forests – free from diseases such as malaria and bilharzias. The beaches and forested walks offer opportunities to the bird watcher and hiker: the hills and kloofs beckon the paraglider, abseiler and mountain biker while, particularly, the extensive waterways lure those who wish to canoe, sail, water ski or fish. The beauty of the area can also be viewed from one of the many scenic drives, or from the world renowned Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe Steam Train which winds it’s way along the coast and past the lakes. Wilderness has a range of accommodation to suite all needs. Whether you’re looking for an action packed holiday or a quiet weekend getaway, Wilderness with it’s mild climate and low winter rainfall, is the ideal destination. GENERAL INFORMATION How to get there Cape Town 453 km, Swellendam 238 km, Mossel Bay 69 km, George 15 km, Knysna 45 km, Plettenberg Bay 82 km HISTORICAL VIEW St Aldan’s Chapel Dating to the early 1900’s NATURE Langevlei and Rondevlei Bird Sanctuary Excellent bird watching Wilderness National Park ATTRACTIONS Boardwalk Enjoy a romantic stroll while viewing the fantastic birdlife Dolphin’s Point Views of forest, lakes, mountains and coastline Island Lake Birdlife, picnic spots and boating Kaaimans River Bridge Take a photograph of the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe crossing the bridge Kingfisher Ferry Wilderness Adventures Touw River Explore the river by canoe – can be hired at the Wilderness National Park or Fairy Knowe Hotel. Spot the Knysna Lourie or the Cape clawless otter. Woodville Big Tree Enjoy a picnic alongside this 800 year old forest giant ACTIVITIES Abseiling Eden Adventures Canoeing Eden Adventures Wilderness National Park Diving Bruce Holmes Hiking Bosbok Trail Starting point: Duiwe River between Island Lake and Langvlei. End: Circular route. Distance / Duration: 3km / 2 hours. Rating: strenuous, uphill. Permit: Self issued permit at start. Features include fantastic view over the lakes area. Brownhooded Kingfisher Trail Starting Point: Duiwe River, between Island Lake and Langvlei. End: Walk back (additional detours on sidepaths to viewpoints). Distance / Duration: 6 km / 2 hours. Rating: Average. Permit: Self issued permit at start. Features include river valley, rocks and cliffs, waterfall and swimming hole. Giant Kingfisher Trail Starting point: Ebb and Flow. End: walk back. Distance / Duration: 7 km (return) / 3 hours. Rating: Average. Permit: Self issued permit (pay entrance fee at Ebb and Flow). Features include river valley, forest, rock, pools and waterfall. Kleinkranz to Gericke’s Point Starting point: Walk during low tide from Kleinkranz to Gericke’s Point (Swartvlei Mouth) or vice versa. End: walk back. Distance / Duration: 14 km / 6 hours. Rating: Easy. Permit: None. Features include beach and fynbos. Outeniqua Hiking Trail Starting point: Beervlei (Old Forest Station – eight overnight huts). End: Harkerville Forestry Station. Distance / Duration: 105 km / 7 days. Rating: Easy to difficult. Permit: Forestry Office. Features include indigenous forest, giant yellowwood trees, animal and birdlife. The Half Collared Kingfisher Trail Starting Point: Western bank to Touw River alongside train / motor bridge next to Ebb and Flow. End: Walk back. Distance / Duration: 4 km / 1,5 hours. Rating: Easy except for new Bosduif route which is rather strenuous. Permit: Self issued permit. Features include forest and river valley. The Pied Kingfisher Trail Starting point: Wilderness Rest Camp. End: Circular route. Distance / Duration: 11 km / 3 hours. Rating: Easy. Permit: Self issued permit at start. Features include lagoon, coastal bush, food plain, beach and wildlife. Wilderness Country Walk Starting point: Behind Karos Wilderness Hotel, Hoogte road to map of Africa. End: Circular route. Distance / Duration: 7 km / 2 – 3 hours. Rating: Average. Permit: None. Features include farmlands, views of mountains, lakes, forest valleys, coastal plain, coastline and ocean. Woodville Forest Walk Starting point: North of Hoekwill. End: Circular route. Distance / Duration: 2 km / 30 minutes. Rating: Easy. Petmit: None. Features include the forest. Horse Riding Perdepoort Woodville Adventures Mountain Biking / Cycling Eden Adventures Lakes Mountain Bike Trail Paragliding / Hang gliding Cloud Base Wings over Wilderness Sailing George Lakes Yacht Club Surfing Victoria Bay, Wilderness Beach and Leentjiesklip are popular surfing spots
  
  
Accommodation in and around Wilderness A Lodge on the Lake accommodation in Wilderness
A Lodge on the Lake is an exclusive five star guesthouse and Wellness Spa nestled on the hillside overlooking the spectacular Island Lake and the mountains beyond. Nature and architecture blend seamlessly into a setting that surely must be among... More
 Boardwalk Lodge accommodation in Wilderness
Set just above the quaint village of Wilderness and clinging to a densely forested slope, Boardwalk Lodge offers 4 luxury rooms and 2 luxury suites as Bed & Breakfast; with 3 duplex chalets and 2 simplex chalets as Self-Catering options, each wit... More
 Wilderness Beach Hotel accommodation in Wilderness
Wilderness Beach House is a stylish, modern, architect designed house, with high quality finishes throughout. Situated in the seaside village of Wilderness on the Garden Route in an upmarket beach development which has its own private boardwalk to th... More
 Dolphin Dunes accommodation in Wilderness
Welcome to Dolphin Dunes, Wilderness, South Africa Beachfront Guesthouse, Bed & Breakfast and Self Catering accommodation in the Garden Route Nestled on golden sand dunes, overlooking the unspoilt beaches of Wild... More
 Ichibi Lodge accommodation in Wilderness
Ichibi Lakeside Lodge is perfectly situated in the Wilderness close to the N2 highway and less than half an hour drive from George airport. We arrange car hire or pick up from George Airport to Ichibi Lakeside Lodge. George ... More
 Arbor House on Rippling Waters accommodation in Wilderness
Located in Wilderness on the Touw River mouth, Arbor House is ideally situated to walk to the beach, lagoon and restaurants. Large, beautifully furnished bedrooms offer double or single beds, private entrance, balcony or veranda and all are fitt... More
 Bay Tree House accommodation in Wilderness
Three luxuriously appointed ensuite rooms feature private patios under the shade of indigenous trees. Each room has it s own private entrance and patio. Relax in beautifully landscaped gardens, soak up the sea air, watch a magnificent sunset on the d... More
 Delaney House Inn accommodation in Wilderness
The Post Office Lodge, a cosy B&B in Wilderness. Wilderness is centrally situated along the N2 highway which makes for easy traveling around the area and there is an airport at George which serves all the major centres. Breathtaking scenery, lush... More
 Far Hills Country Hotel accommodation in Wilderness
The Far Hills Country Hotel is set in the heart of the country and has enchanting views of the spectacular Outeniqua Mountains. Indulge in the tranquility of the surrounding area and allow yourself to be t... More
 Kingfisher Country House accommodation in Wilderness
This delightful country house is situated at the edge of the magnificent indigenous forest, in the heart of the Wilderness national ParkThe Kingfisher is the ideal base from which to hike. Explore the exciting and breathtakingly beautiful rivers, lak... More
 Mont Fleur accommodation in Wilderness
Mont Fleur is very close to all amenities; from the house you can walk to the beach (7 mins), lagoon (5 mins) or to a large variety of restaurants in the Wilderness Village (10 mins). Or, simply relax on the deck, by the sparkling pool and enjoy your... More
 Serendipity accommodation in Wilderness
Serendipity a TGCSA 5-star Guest House is cradled by the protected evergreen Outeniqua forests and the water bird sanctuary in the he... More
 Shining Waters Guesthouse accommodation in Wilderness
Over a centuary ago, Rose Arnold composed a musical waltz entitled Shining Waters . The beauty of the name and the vision it brings to one s mind, enthralled us. The bright shining of the sun and the moon on the water inspired the name of this guest... More
 Turaco Country House accommodation in Wilderness
Turaco Country House is situated in the heart of the Garden Route, on a hill above the seaside village of Wilderness, on 10 hectares of private land, only 2km from the beach, in a most beautiful and tranquil setting with magnificent panoramic sea and... More
 Xanadu Guest Villa accommodation in Wilderness
Xanadu Guest Villa is situated right on the beachfront of the beautiful, unspoilt Wilderness Beach, the jewel in the crown of South Africa’s famous and scenic Garden Route. Centrally located for day trips to Oudtshoorn (1hr), Kn... More
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