10 Reasons the Southern Overberg is Hot Right Now
The scent of fynbos drifts seductively through this natural adventure playground. Fynbos is having more than a moment! The world has just woken up to the Cape Floral Kingdom after South Africa’s stunning display scooped gold at the Chelsea Flower Show (plus Best in...
Hidden Hermanus
The Hermanus cliff path hugs the coastline and overlooks the blue belly of whaleplayground Walker Bay, above. Picture SUPPLIED Sive Mbizo has the best job in the world. So he says, anyway. Standing on the edge of Hermanus, looking at the pretty coastal path...
A Creative Revolution
I last spent meaningful time in Hermanus almost 11 years ago. At the time, it was a quaint little town South Africans ventured to for brief breakaways, and the rest of the world flocked to off the back of decent tourism marketing. It...
Hermanus’s iconic cliff path in need of completion
The cliff path project was initiated some seven years ago by a group of Hermanus volunteers who came together as the Cliff Path Action Group (CPAG) to provide public access to the coastline there and aims to connect the two parts of the...
Western Cape beach ranked as one of the world’s finest
Condé Nast Traveller has named Die Plaat Beach near Hermanus on their list of ‘The Best Beaches in the World’. Markedly, it is the only beach in South Africa to be recognised among a list of 34 beaches worldwide. WHERE IS DIE PLAAT BEACH LOCATED? Die...
Four whale-watching spots to visit in the Western Cape
With whale-watching season now in full swing, here’s where you can watch these great creatures in the Western Cape… The Western Cape’s coastline offers some of the most spectacular whale-watching opportunities in the world. Here are four of the best Western Cape spots to...
SATSA announces ‘This is Us’: A story-driven conference
SATSA has announced its 2024 conference, “This is Us”, to be held from August 14 to 16 at the Arabella Hotel, Golf & Spa in Hermanus. Departing from traditional formats, this year's event will embrace an 'un-conference' approach, focusing on the transformative power...
Whale Of A Rescue: Gentle Giant Freed After Being Stuck In Fishing Line Off Hermanus Coast [Video]
Did you know the Western Cape has an official team of rescuers dedicated to freeing whales (and possibly other large ocean creatures) ensnared in fishing gear? These marine heroes are called The SA Whale Disentanglement Network (SAWDN). On Friday, June 28, the SAWDN was...
Get your Ficks of flavour: Dive into Hermanus’s seaside restaurant
Perched on the rugged cliffs overlooking a historic tidal pool, Hermanus’s seaside restaurant, Ficks, beckons as a rare culinary gem, where each visit promises to win over diners with the charm of its small coastal town. Ficks is just a quick two-minute drive from...
Memorable hike marks 80 years
“The aim of the walk was to spend time with my three children – Sally from New Zealand, Tim from Australia and Andrew from Hermanus. We had last been together five years ago at my late husband’s funeral in June 2019. This was...
Winemag Next Generation Awards 2024: Benguela Cove’s 2019 Cabernet Sauvignon Steals the Show
The FedEx Next Generation Awards have been announced! Results of the inaugural Next Generation Awards sponsored by shipping company FedEx Express and convened by Winemag.co.za are live. The aim of this new competition is to identify South Africa’s emerging winemaking talent. A condition of...
A slice of heaven in Hemel-en-Aarde valley
The pinot noir capital of South Africa lives up to its name in Hemel-en-Aarde Tucked between the seaside town of Hermanus, the Cape winelands and Elgin, the Hemel-en-Aarde valley is not as well-known as Stellenbosch and Franschhoek. It has a more subdued sensibility, and...
10 Family-Friendly Towns in South Africa for a Memorable Vacation
While other Southern African countries offer splendid family trip ideas, South Africa stands out as an essential destination for family vacations. Known for its beautiful scenery and warm-hearted people, it remains the most popular choice for memorable family holidays. In South Africa, accommodation...
Grootbos gallery impresses
Situated in the Overberg between Stanford and Gansbaai, Grootbos Nature Reserve is known around the world for its 3 500 ha of pristine wilderness, 100 endangered plant species, 907 plant species, of which seven new to science were discovered here, three Milkwood forests...
TWO South African markets ranked among Top 20 in the world
Just as food seems to taste better when being consumed outdoors, shopping feels more real when wandering around a market. South African markets – be they farmers, flea or street – are not only among the best on the African continent, but among the...
Harbour to welcome cruise liner
The Easter weekend is upon us, and it usually attracts thousands of visitors to Hermanus. On Saturday, Hermanus will receive another financial boost when the Silver Cloud, with 254 passengers on board, will drop anchor in Hermanus. This small cruise ship, operated by SilverSea, was...
Hermanus Camino
Time to take a long, meaningful journey on foot. You’ve probably heard of the Camino de Santiago, the most famous pilgrimage route in the world. Once you start looking into this concept of “Walking Your Way”, you discover caminos all over the world (Australia...
Swap Stellenbosch for this underrated South African wine region
The Hemel-en-Aarde valley, 90 minutes from Cape Town, is one of the country’s most beautiful areas with fewer crowds and stays that are half the price of the more touristy wine routes “Quick, wind your window up,” my dad would call from the driver’s...
South Africa’s Hemel-en-Aarde: A Chardonnay paradise
In just a few decades, this arrestingly beautiful part of South Africa’s south has risen to join the elite of regions reputed as top-quality sources of the world’s best-loved white grape. One of the most southerly wine-producing areas in the world, South Africa’s Hemel-en-Aarde...
Top 30 Things to Do in Hermanus
Located along the stunning coastline near Cape Town, Hermanus is a great place to spend your holiday with incredible natural beauty, awesome attractions, and a large selection of activities to take part in. Hermanus is known for its beautiful views, amazing beaches, and...
Vegan Cheese made in Stanford
Fauxmage is a small boutique factory in Stanford producing vegan chees- a contradiction in terms you may think, but that certainly does not detract from this animal-friendly product's flavour. Fauxmage owner Daniel Boshoff arrived to open up with a bunch of fresh rosemary in...
Pick n Pay partners to ‘save the whales’ with MRI Whale Unit
'Save the Whales’ is more than another call by environmental activists. The retail giant Pick n Pay has partnered with the University of Pretoria's (UP) Mammal Research Institute (MRI) Whale Unit to create their latest unique reusable bag to raise funds and create...
Buffel steel strandgangers se harte
As daar nou een onderwerp is wat meer aandag kry as die onlangse staatsrede deur President Cyril Ramaphosa en Bafana Bafana se derdeplekoorwinning by die Afrika-beker, is dit Buffel die olifantrob, wat hom op Onrus se strand kom tuismaak het. Mense kom van heinde...
Buffel hauls out for his annual moult in Hermanus
It seems Buffel has decided to haul out for his annual moult in Hermanus this year! He has been seen around many of our beaches over the last couple of years. He is identifiable by a scar above one eye (left) and flipper...
The Overberg one of the best tourist destinations
A record breaking number of travellers visited the Western Cape during the holiday season, bringing a much needed cash injection for businesses in the tourism industry. The provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger, said expectations of a record-breaking season were realised...
Cape Winemakers Guild new Overstrand Members
The Cape Winemakers Guild has two new members, namely Emul Ross from Hamilton Russell Vineyards and John Seccombe from Thorne and Daughters. Samantha O’Keefe of Lismore will be taking over as Cape Winemakers Guild’s Chair from Gordon Newton Johnson, while JD Pretorius of Warwick steps...
The penguin whisperer of Gansbaai ensures all his patients have happy feet
Xolani Lawo has spent 14 years of his life helping penguins in the Eastern and Western Cape. Click to read more...
Oldlands Stud – Living The Quality Life
Nestling in the beautiful Hemel n Aarde Valley near the Hermanus coast is biodynamically run Oldlands Stud, which has been around for half a century, abiding by its motto of “quality of life for horses.” [caption id="attachment_11165" align="aligncenter" width="570"] Living the quality life[/caption] Oldlands were...
Visit Perlemoen: Hermanus’ award winning restaurant
A trip to Hermanus wouldn’t be complete without a visit to Perlemoen, an award-winning restaurant situated in the first abalone hatchery in Hermanus’ Old Harbour, offering the most spectacular views and the freshest abalone. Perlemoen Restaurant earned its stripes in the culinary world when...
Be whisked away on a romantic escape at Canvas Collective Africa
As we reach the middle of January in what seems like the blink of an eye, another blink will see the month of love arriving, which means it’s time to start planning some romance (ooh la la). If you’re looking for a romantic escape,...
Pearly Beach where the sand shimmers and the fish bite.
Maryke Roberts wrote an article on Pearly Beach that was published in Die Rapport Sunday 10 December 2023 ...
Canadian actor Jeff Teravainen creates epic video of African penguins
The penguins at the African Penguin and Seabird Sanctuary in Gansbaai were the stars of their very own wildlife documentary, narrated by Canadian actor and VO artist, Jeff Teravainen. Teravainen, known for his role as Lieutenant Anders in the TV series, Dark Matter and...
Tourism Indaba gives Food for thought
The second day of the Overstrand Tourism indaba started with a packed auditorium on Thursday, 7 September in Hermanus. The event formed part of the Overstrand Municipality’s drive to develop a tourism strategy that speaks to what the industry wants and not what the...
Tourism Indaba highlights Agri-Tourism Opportunities
Overstrand Municipality’s Tourism Indaba, officially kicked off in Hermanus on 6 September 2023 and continues tomorrow with a full programme. Topics to be addressed include optimising online booking platforms, investigating traditional versus non-traditional source markets, Overstrand regulations linked to the hospitability industry, travel trends,...
CapeNature and Grootbos Foundation partnership to address alien vegetation clearing and skills training
MEC Anton Bredell on partnership between CapeNature and Grootbos Foundation to address alien vegetation clearing and skills training CapeNature, the Western Cape Government’s conservation agency, and the Grootbos Foundation have joined hands through a formal partnership to address alien vegetation clearing in the Walker...
Lost beauty of The Marine Hotel restored.
Grand Dame of Hermanus, The Marine Hotel, has dusted off a long-forgotten ballroom that was previously functioning as a storeroom. Architecturally there has been careful consideration to restore the distinguished arches and one is taken back to the era when this space was...
‘Hop on over for a big welcome back’
Time to pop the cork on that Brut Cap Classique from Domain des Dieux- the little winery tucked high up on the slopes of the Hemel en Aarde valley, producer of last yea's most lauded bubblies..Never heard of it? Thats the point. Cape...
Top 7 things to do in Hermanus
Hermanus, a picturesque coastal town nestled along the shores of Walker Bay in the Western Cape, is renowned as one of the world’s best destinations for land-based whale watching. However, this charming town offers much more than just whale sightings. With its stunning natural...
Walker Bay in Cape Town – take a walk on the scenic side
Stanford is the perfect base from which to explore all the wonders Walker Bay has to offer. An easy 90-minute drive from Cape Town, Walker Bay is a scenic slice of the Overberg stretching from Hermanus in the west to Gansbaai on its eastern...
Bientangs’s Cave win at 2023 International Tourism Film Festival Africa
Bientang's Cave Restaurant & Wine Bar at the Hermanus Waterfront recently placed second in their category (Tourism Service: Restaurants) at the 2023 International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA). ITFFA is a prestigious film festival that recognises excellence in tourism marketing and promotion. Bientangs film...
Hermanus local golden boy wins
Hermanus’ golden boy has done it again! Tristan Roberts, crowned the IBC Bodyboarding World Champion last year, started this year’s tour on a high note when he won the first competition, at Antofagasta Chile, on Sunday. “As an athlete I devote my life to this...
Latest Haval H6 GT taken to Onrus and Vermont for test drive
What a beauty. Is it a Lamborghini? A question I was asked. Stylish...
Stanford – sleeping beauty of the Overberg
When you head to the Overberg, you’ll have heard of Hermanus as the ‘Whale watching capital of the world’ and that Gansbaai on the other end of the bay is the ‘shark-cage diving capital of the world.’ Situated between these two towns, Stanford has...
Where to watch sip snack and stay this whale season
It is not every day that you see a whale. And there are even fewer days where you can see one from your bed. But in Hermanus, the holiday town known for its whale watching opportunities – this is more than feasible, with...
Hassen Adams focus on Hemel-en-Aarde with Nadeson Park Stud and an eco-village development in the same area outside Hermanus.
One of South Africa’s leading thoroughbred breeders and an astute businessman, Hassen Adams is known as the man with the midas touch and besides being bullish and excited about Nadeson Park’s high quality draft for Friday’s CRS Winter Mixed Sale, he also has...
De Lille welcomes Overstrand graduates to the tourism industry
In anticipation of Youth Day tomorrow (June 16), South African Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille attended a youth graduation ceremony in Hermanus today, where 42 young people from the Overstrand municipality graduated from a Food Safety Quality Assurers Programme provided by the...
South Africa finds Pinot’s sweet spot.
Pinot Noir has been fashionable for two, possibly three, decades, but South Africa has taken its time to identify where this delicate grape has the best chance of prospering. The country now seems to have found its sweet spot: on the south coast...
Tesselaarsdal’s new Eco Domes
Discover the Serene Beauty of Pom Gratz Eco-Domes in Tranquil Tesselaarsdal / Western Cape By now, you’re all aware of our passion for discovering and exploring captivating destinations in stunning South Africa. So when we learned about the emergence of new Eco-Domes just a...
Hermanus Camino continues to grow in popularity
The Hermanus Camino continues to grow in popularity and 2023 is turning out to be a great camino year. This incredibly beautiful slackpacking route takes 6 days and offers a great variety of flora, wildlife and a bird’s eye view of Walker Bay, Stanford...
The Ultimate Adventure Guide to The Overberg
Nature’s adrenaline-pumping playground awaits… Stretching east from the Elgin Valley, and spread between fynbos-covered mountains and a bewitching coast, the Overberg packs in a mix of just about every imaginable kind of natural environment. Lined with vast beaches, tall dunes and craggy tidal pools,...
Arts galore at festival in Hermanus
Gear up for a jam-packed opening weekend at The FynArts As well as the presentation of the Legacy Award to Pieter-Dirk Uys by Christopher Hope, and a performance by Uys on Sunday 11 June. You can look forward to a programme that includes the...
Cycling for friends, family
They are Hermanus’s pride and joy . . . and it is proof not all heroes in Hermanus wear capes – they mountain bike instead. For Almarie Hugo, her second Cape Epic will be even more memorable than her first last year. “I’m doing...
Top Ten Attractions in and around Hermanus.
Hermanus, is a town on the southern coast of the Western Cape province of South Africa. It is known for Southern Right whale watching during the southern winter to spring seasons, and is a popular retirement location. In Hermanus you will find some beautiful...
How seafood restaurant Perlemoen in Hermanus is uplifting its community and tackling sustainability
The historic Old Harbour has been Hermanus’s main attraction since it became a fishing port in the 1850s. Now, there is a fresh incentive to head to the water’s edge as it is also home to an award-winning seafood restaurant that is taking...
Overstrand Activities
May all adventures lead to the Overstrand in 2023. As always we are trying to present a variety of activities to keep all our visitors and residents happily occupied. As the summer weather holds up we highly recommend the Blue Flag Beaches, mountain...
On Tuesday 20 December 2022 the Overstrand remembered Sir Robert Stanford on the 145th anniversary of his death.
Born in 1806 in Ballinastanford Ireland, serving in the British army and choosing to settle on the farm Kleine Riviers Vallei where Stanford is today. As a heritage village Stanford offers quiet charm, a flourishing farming community with many artists keeping the town...
Stanford connections
A business trip to South Africa provided Irish automotive publisher and group editor Jarlath Sweeney the opportunity to visit Stanford and trace the steps of Sir Robert Stanford. Jarlath’s interest in the heritage village of Stanford stems from the fact that he lives...
Local restaurant scooped up a prestigious international award
Our little Hermanus gem, Perlemoen, has just been recognized as a 'World Hidden Gem' with a La Liste award announced at a gala dinner in Paris, France. In the short time since opening their doors at the bottom of Hermanus Old Harbour in...
Beyond Cape Town: six of the best places to explore on four wheels in South Africa
There’s nothing like the thrill of the open road, and when those roads take you to sun-drenched vineyards, through majestic mountain ranges, along deserted beaches and even into protected reserves where lions laze and elephants roam, then the thrills really are something special. All...
The Top Ten Things to do in Gansbaai
The places known as Shark Alley and Dyer Island are synonymous with Gansbaai shark cage diving. Three hours from Cape Town, Gansbaai offers one of the best shark cage diving experiences, diving with the bronze whaler sharks. But what else does Gansbaai have...
A New Stanford Market Takes Shape
A New Stanford Market Takes Shape …and that shape is Square. Stanford, known for its historic architecture, meandering river and impressive collection of antique, second hand and vintage stores is now adding another attraction – a brand new market which may well put Stanford on...
Taking South African Slow Food to the World
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] Kleinmond resident chef Gregory Henderson recently visited Italy to represent South Africa at the Terra Madre Salone del Gusto 2022. Terra Madre translates to Mother Earth and this festival is the largest international event dedicated to good, clean, and fair food and...
It’s time to take a trip to the Old Harbour Museum in Hermanus
Tourism month has opened our minds to many tourist attractions in our own country and across the globe. Whale watching is a popular activity in Hermanus, a small town rich in ‘sea culture’; the Old Harbour Museum, is where you can experience whale...
Overstrand capitalises on whale season as numbers grow
Overstrand capitalises on whale season as numbers grow....
Tourism Tour: A whale of a time in Hermanus
Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger, had the pleasure of being joined by the Executive Deputy Mayor for Overstrand Municipality, Lindile Ntsabo, for a tour of the Old Harbour Museum, some whale spotting with the world-famous Whale Crier and a walk...
Bredell highlights CapeNature’s role in support of Tourism Month with Stony Point visit.
Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning visited CapeNature’s Stony Point Reserve outside Betty’s Bay today. “September is recognised as Tourism Month, and I want to invite people to find their way to one of the fantastic...
Grootbos fynbos celebrated in Tourism Month
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve’s Michael Lutzeyer has a way of constantly imagining new concepts to improve the offering of the luxury lodge situated between Stanford and Gansbaai. Michael’s latest idea had all and sundry scrambling for an explanation of the word “florilegium” which...
Flower Power: The Grootbos Florilegium Project, Visi Magazine April 2022
Sean Privett is the conservation director for the Grootbos Foundation and, along with resident botanical artist Chris Lochner and project leader Vicki Thomas, immersed each of the artists contributing to the new florilegium there in the diverse ecology of the local biome in...
Stanford puik plek om te besoek
Hermanus Times 17 August 2022 Dit is ‘n dorpie wat almal bekoor en ook vir menige toeris een van hul gunsteling bestemmings is. Waar om te eet in Stanford? Birkenhead Brewery | Walkerbay Estate Tel 028 341 0183 Campbells Café Tel 065 626 5456 Ou Meul...
Whale of a time in Overberg
Hermanus Times 17 August 2022 According to whale watchers this year is a spectacular season, and the Mammal Research Institute Whale Unit agrees with this. On 2 August, the MRI conducted their first aerial survey to count southern right whales between Hermanus and Witsand. ...
Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir
One day a year is set aside to reflect on the noble Pinot Noir grape and the wines produced. This year International Pinot Noir Day was held on 18 August. 15 Hemel-en-Aarde Pinot Noir producers showcased their best wines in a private tasting...
Hermanus Whale Festival is back
The Hermanus Whale Festival, a prestigious Eco-Art festival in South Africa usually takes place annually at the end of September and the beginning of October. This fabulous event brings the town alive during the weekend-long festivities. This year’s event officially kicks off on...
Shark Lady Kim MacLean – The woman who loves sharks
Kim MacLean has been in the shark business for 30 years and her enthusiasm for the ocean and marine life is tangible. ...
Hot Tubbing in the Overberg
Getaway Magazine posted 6 places near Cape Town with wood-fired hot tubs and several our Overberg venues featured: Honybee Suite at Platbos Forest Reserve, Gansbaai Kolkol Mountain Lodge, Bot River Berseba Farm, close to Gabrielskloof Bot River There is also The Cottage & Cabins...
Romantic Destinations as per GetAway featuring Overstrand Cape Whale Coast properties
From breathtaking views to spas and places that offer some of the most delicious food, we have the ideal list on how to spoil your partner and celebrate love. Here’s our list of some of the best in South Africa. Although many of these...
A Taste of Belgium in South Africa
Celine Haspeslagh and her husband Frederik Herten launched Hasher Family Estate wines in Hemel-en-Aarde. Continue reading ...
New Look for Hermanus High Street, SCAPE Urban & Retail, May 2022
The historical narratives and stories of Hermanus High Street as collected and written up by the Hermanus History Society have been included in the street upgrade and are highlighted through the use of laser cut corten steel inlays in the street indicating the...
Cape Town Etc reported on 4 must do restaurants in Hermanus
Here are 4 restaurants suggested by Cape Town Etc for your next visit to Hermanus. Bientang’s Cave, Lizette’s, Hermanus Golf Club and Dutchies. Continue reading...
South African National Space Agency.
SANSA has been operational in Hermanus for 81 years. On Wednesdays at 11:00 the public can book a free guided tour of the premises. This covers a visit to the Space Weather Centre, Applied Science, and the Science Centre. The last stop is...
Recharge your batteries in Hermanus – Maryke Roberts, Rooi Rose Magazine April 2022
Hermanus is synonymous with recharge & reset. Again confirmed in an article written by Maryke Roberts and published in the Rooi Rose magazine’s April issue. The Cliff Path gets a special mention for being the best way to experience sunrise and sunset and...
Gansbaai Fynbos Trail rated as one of South Africa’s favourite hikes
Getaway Magazine just rated the Fynbos Trail outside Gansbaai as one of SA’s favourite hiking routes. The trail is located in the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom and can be done as a self-guided or fully guided catered trail. 10 of South Africa's...
Carolyn Martin, the driving force behind Creation
Emile Joubert wrote about Hemel-en-Aarde wine farm’s Carolyn Martin. One of the messages is never to underestimate the value of building personal relationships ...
Dreaming of simplicity and tranquillity in Hermanus
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Southern Right Whale Restoration Project
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Unique South African experiences you need to explore
HERMANUS has been recognised by the WWF (World Wildlife Fund) as one of the 12 best whale watching destinations in the world. Continue reading...
7 ways to find heaven on Earth, written by Michelle Coburn and published in Woolworths TASTE magazine
Want a crash course on world -class, cool climate wines? First stop: Hemel-en-Aarde wine region near Hermanus. Discover a winemaker’s secrets, explore the tasting rooms, learn some cool facts. Please note that the wine prices listed for the Hamilton Russell Chardonnay and Creation...
Arabella Country Estate listed as part of South Africa’s Top 10 Golf Courses
Exceptional golf experiences, commanding high-end green fees, and we have Kleinmond’s Arabella Country Estate listed as number 8 in South Africa this year. Arabella moved up 2 positions in the new rankings. It will be interesting to see how both fare when Golf...
Stanford – a winelands gem
Pippa de Bruyn fell in love with Stanford village near Cape Town in 1990s – and so will you. Why did it take me 20 years to find this spot? With bits of tape peeling off each spectacle arm, Jo Sinfield looks a little...
New Homeowners Opt for Overstrand
As South Africans grapple with poor levels of service delivery countrywide, an increasing number of people are moving to areas with a strong track record of good municipal management...
The Best Overberg Beach Escapes
Wake up and smell the ocean. When it comes to unforgettable getaways, it’s hard to beat having your own private, shaded patio or sun kissed deck facing some of the best ocean views in the world. Add the ease with which you can access...
2 Michelin Star Dutch Chef Edwin Vinke at Stanford’s Springfontein Wine
After the success of Springfontein EATS fine dining with a German 1-Michelin star chef, Springfontein Wine Estate strives for the next level, launching a Pop-Up restaurant during the months of January, February, and March 2022 Continue reading...
Frazer Barry presents Ommighellie
Ghellie is a tin in which a fire is stoked and where people gather to tell stories. A new series Ommighellie will be broadcast on Friday on kykNET DSTV channel 145 at 19:00. There are 19 episodes, and the first episode was on...
Take a Kogelberg Hike
Hike in a mountain full of fynbos between Betty’s Bay and Kleinmnd. Harold Porter Botanical Gardens Tel 028 272 9311, Kogelberg Tel 087 288 0499 ...
Cape Whale Coast Sweet Escape
Independent Online had a look at 5 small towns in the Western Cape where you can have a sweet escape. Two Cape Whale Coast villages were listed for all its charm and tranquillity. Stanford and Rooiels made the top five and we hope...
5 Captivating coast caves in the Western Cape as published by GetAway Magazine
The Overstrand has several caves worth visiting. These include: Gansbaai’s Klipgat and Drip Caves and Philipskop Mountain Reserve’s cave that has rock art. These caves are part of the Cradle of Human Culture Coastal Route. Continue reading ...
Hermanus, 1 of 5 SA beach bucket list destinations
This whale-watching destination is a town just an hour and a half away from Cape Town. Hermanus boasts three Blue Flag beaches, Grotto, Onrus and Hawston beaches, offering water activities, an eatery and picnic areas. There’s also Kammabaai Beach, Langbaai Beach and Sandbaai...
Indonesian Consul General visits Hermanus
On 19 to 20 December 2021, the Indonesian Consul General accompanied by the Diplomatic Information Institution of the Consulate General of the Republic of Indonesia Cape Town and staff travelled to Hermanus, Western Cape. On this occasion, the Indonesian Consulate General in Cape...
Grootbos Flower Safari
Finding proteas, ericas and so much more on a flora safari close to the southernmost point on Africa. https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/lifestyle/travel/2021-12-24-hunting-for-flora-on-the-grootbos-flower-safari/...
Hermanus – An Epic SA Destination
Hermanus listed in the Sunday Times Insider 12 Dec 2021, as an epic SA destination for its 3 Blue Flag beaches, whale watching, impressive food scene, art and adventure activities....
Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Gold List
Grootbos Private Nature Reserve has made the acclaimed Condé Nast Traveler 2022 Gold List. Establishments listed are the editor’s all-time favourite hotels around the world representing service excellence. HUGE congrats to our own Grootbos Private Nature Reserve for heading up the list! https://www.hospitalitynet.org...
Kleinmond’s Stormers Superfans
Kleinmond residents Riette and Kobus Koegelenberg are no ordinary DHL Stormer fans. Their home and car have been turned into Stormer shrines. The couple attended every single home game – 199 consecutive games - until the COVID-19 pandemic struck in March 2020. This coming...
The Botanical Society of South Africa releases Jou Plek in die Kogelberg
Tim Attwell’s Your Place in the Kogelberg has finally been translated and published in Afrikaans. The Kogelberg delights its residents and visitors with a scenic and diverse landscape all year round. We are pleased that the popular English book is now also available...
Cape Whale Coast wines starring in 2022 Platter’s by Diners Club
Platter’s by Diners Club Wine Guide has revealed the eagerly awaited and prestigious list of wines earning the maximum rating of five stars in the new 2022 edition. Continue reading...
Locals perform well at KSSA 2021
Mark Jago and Gigs Celliers finished well in their categories at the 2021 SA Kneeboarding Competition. Continue reading...
Streicher trap sy eie spore
Kleinmond resident Streicher Badenhorst sharing his journey with Hanri Wondergem of Die Burger. We are proud of the success of our locals going places and taking the news about our destination on their travels. ...
Cape Town man becomes the first to swim to and from Dyer Island, Gansbaai
De Wet du Toit from Stellenbosch became the first person to successfully swim the treacherous 7.7km to-and-from Dyer Island, Gansbaai. These waters are better known for the sharks that swim here than for the humans. Continue reading...
Charming small towns to explore
Cape Town Etc recommends 5 small towns to explore and 2 of the villages are within easy reach. Stanford and Rooiels are within Cape Whale Coast territory and easily accessed via the scenic Clarence Drive, or the farm stall rich N2. Continue reading ...
Gansbaai 100 years old #Gansbaai100
On 21 October 1921 the first title deed for Gansbaai was registered, marking the official start of this coastal village. Activity in the region points to life prior this. The Danger Point Lighthouse is 120 years old while Gansbaai Primary established 115 years...
Good News for Overberg Rentals
Ciska de Vries, short-let rental agent for Seeff Hermanus said they are already about 85% booked out for December and January. “This year has been a surprise with bookings in Hermanus tripling, some homes have even quadrupled in booking conversions,” she added. She said...
Hermanus Has Talent
If you can act, sing, dance, rap, recite poetry or do a special group performance you should enter Hermanus Has Talent by emailing hermanushastalent@gmail.com Registration fees are R50 and R100 for groups. ...
Hermanus Hotels in Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Awards Top 10
Two Hermanus Hotels are listed on the recently released Conde Nast Readers’ Choice Top 10 list. The Marine Hotel moved up to 4th place with a score of 99.28 while Birkenhead House is in 8th place with a score of 98.88....
Caption: Good News for Overberg Rentals
Ciska de Vries, short-let rental agent for Seeff Hermanus said they are already about 85% booked out for December and January. “This year has been a surprise with bookings in Hermanus tripling, some homes have even quadrupled in booking conversions,” she added. She said...
A weekend in Hermanus
Way more than just Whales We recently spent a weekend in Hermanus, and fell in love with the town all over again. Hermanus is happening – art, restaurants, the beach, and of course the area’s most famous visitors, Southern Right Whales. At only an...
The World’s Best Vineyards for 2021 Revealed
World’s Best Vineyards has published their list of top wine tourism destinations for 2021. And there are quite a few surprises here. Continue reading...
Franschhoek to Hermanus in a day
The Race to the Sea covered 100 miles on gravel from Franschhoek to Hermanus. A rider’s dream (they say!). The event took place on 4 September with a route of 164km to finish at Benguela Cove, Hermanus. Continue reading...
Cape Whale Coast Tourism Month 2021: Reigniting Western Cape experiences
This exhibition at the Whale House Museum is one of eleven projects supported by our Tourism Product Development Fund which we launched last year, contributing almost R6 million to supporting new or existing tourism products and experiences especially in our rural and coastal...
Kfm Best of the Cape Awards: Overberg Winners
The 2021 Kfm Best of the Cape Awards recognised local businesses, entrepreneurs, places, people, activities and services in 30 categories. The Overberg had finalists in 11 categories and won 6 categories: Adventure – Southern Right Charters, Hermanus Corner Shop – Soetmuisberg, Bredasdorp Farm...
CapeNature Access Week 13 – 20 September 2021
September marks Tourism Month and CapeNature invites you to join in the celebrations. The entity will provide free access to the public during its 7th annual Access Week, from 13 - 20 September 2021. This once-in-a-year opportunity gives visitors a chance to participate...
Hermanus Accommodation as per Inside Guide
Occupying pride of place on Walker Bay’s spectacular sunshine coast, Hermanus is widely known as the best land-based whale-watching destination in the world! There is an impressive array of places to stay, excellent seafood restaurants to feast at, a sprinkling of bars, quirky...
September is Tourism Month
The Cape Whale Coast is ready to welcome visitors. Although there will not be an official Whale Festival, the whales have arrived and Hermanus is putting up a great show to make sure visitors are entertained and kept busy. We start the week...
South Africa’s oceans are bursting with life
South Africa’s oceans are bursting with marine life. CNN visited Hermanus for a trip out at Walker Bay at the start of the 2021 Southern Right whale watching season and this is what they saw. Continue reading...
Radi Interview with Heart FM
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Walker Bay coverage in German Süd-Afrika magazine
Wale & Wein, Walker Bay. Einen Katzensprung von Kapstadt entfernt tummeln sich in der WALKER BAY jedes Jahr viele hundert Südkaper mit ihrem Nachwuchs. Auch kulinarisch ist die CAPE SOUTH COAST ein Highlight. Hemel en Aarde Valley produzieren elegante Chardonnays und Spätburgunder....
Remove South Africa from the travel ‘Red List’
We are missing our British visitors and need assistance to remove South Africa from the UK’s red list. This will enable travel between our countries and we kindly ask British citizens who miss us too to vote by signing the following petition. https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/589382...
Looking for a Whale of a Time?
Its whale-watching season, in Hermanus and you can save up to 25% on the bed and breakfast rate at The Marine Hotel. The Marine offers ‘A WHALE OF A TIME’, with deals of up to 25% discount until 19 December 2021. THE MARINE INVITES...
Hemel-en-Aarde Celebrating International Pinot Noir Day
Hemel-en-Aarde is well known for its quality Pinot Noir and is seen as South Africa’s Burgundy. As we celebrated International Pinot Noir Day we consider some products such as the 2019 Bosman Family Vineyards Pinot Noir from Upper Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. Continue reading...
Cape Whale Coast finalists in KFM competition #kfmBestoftheCape
There are 9 categories in which Overstrand businesses features and we need you to vote please. Please vote for Hermanus as the Best Dorpie. A win for one is a win for all. ...
Hermanus Day Trip
If towns were people, Hermanus would be the gifted all-rounder, with talents that span the range of travel attractions. That it’s South Africa’s number 1 whale-watching destination is fact (it even has a festival dedicated to the event). Then there are the Blue...
Hermanus Hospitality Shining on TripAdvisor
It is heart-warming to see how hard the Overberg hospitality sector has worked to maintain high levels of service delivery and to note the numerous businesses who have received 2021 TripAdvisor Travellers' Choice awards. These awards are granted by the world’s largest travel...
British & Irish Lions based at Arabella Hotel
What is life like inside the Lions camp right now? Warren Gatland's side are currently based in the luxurious Arabella Country Estate near the coastal town of Hermanus, which is around a 90-minute drive outside of Cape Town. Boasting one of South Africa's...
Space Apps Challenge
Overstrand is proud of Hermanus based South African Space Agency joining NASA as one of ten space agencies to partner for NASA’s 10th annual #SpaceApps Challenge. Register and join the largest hackathon in the world. www.spacechallenge.org ...
Niki Daly – SA Children’s Laurette Award
Kleinmond resident Niki Daly (75) was awarded the very first SA CHILDREN'S LAUREATE AWARD. Granted by UWC's Faculty of Education and SA FESTIVAL OF CHILDREN'S LITERATURE for his lifelong contribution to children's literature as a writer and an illustrator! ...
SLOWMO Travel along Cape South Coast
Article on slower and more mindful travel written by Marguerite van Wyk in Sarie, July/August 2021. With the upward trend in domestic travel comes the need to slow down, stop at small rural villages and farm stalls, meditate and hike. The article singles...
The History of High Street, Hermanus – presenation by Dr Robin Lee
The historic High Street of Hermanus in the Western Cape has recently been upgraded and renewed. In this presentation, the history of the street and stories of some of the founding families of the town are explored. View on YouTube...
The 5 best towns in South Africa for Digital Nomads
Cape Town has recently been named on a number of lists as one of the best cities in the world for remote working. This is good news for the city, which is targeting digital nomads as part of their overall destination marketing strategy....
World Environment Day 2021
World Environmental Day is celebrated on 5 June, annually to encourage awareness and environmental protection. The day is all about clean-ups and in the Overstrand we had been doing much to bin trash and keep our environment as clean as possible. We have photos from ...
Things To Do in Stanford in Winter
Winter is our secret season as the weather holds up and allows for hikes along the Klein River and a stroll around town browsing at the many antique shops. Wine, beer, gin and grappa tasing is an add-on when coffee is simply not...
Between mountain and sea
I count myself fortunate to have been able to experience the natural beauty of the Kogelberg, both as a child and an adult, working with WWF South Africa to secure as much as possible of its biodiversity and surrounds for the benefit of...
Records Tumble for Trautman and Watkinson at the 2021 Race2Stanford
Matt Trautman and Annah Watkinson raced to victory in the 2021 Race2Stanford, presented by SEESA, on Saturday 24 April. Both set course records for the challenging 113-kilomtre (70.3-mile) route, which started in Hermanus and finished in the nearby village of Stanford. Pristine weather,...
We ♥️ Hermanus
The power of marketing tourism in Hermanus & the Overberg Click to read article...
First Fridays, the social event in Hermanus for art lovers
First Fridays, the social event in Hermanus for art lovers Talk to gallerists, art lovers and drink wine from this famous region Experience the Hermanus Art Walk at night on First Fridays, a monthly event in which all 22 galleries in the town remain open...
Relax and recharge at The Guardian guesthouse in Hemel-en-Aarde
Nestled in the beautiful and (aptly named) Hemel-en-Aarde (Heaven and Earth) Valley, The Guardian Guest House and Cottage is the perfect self-catering spot when looking for some serious R&R. Continue Reading...
I♥️Hermanus
I ♥️ Hermanus campaign started as an online campaign with the creation of many colourful murals in the CBD and at businesses in Onrus and Voëlklip. The local community and visitors opted in and have been sharing photographs taken against the wall art...
Gansbaai, South Africa: The Complete Guide
Located in the Overberg District of South Africa’s spectacularly beautiful Western Cape province, Gansbaai is a popular tourist destination on the Cape Whale Coast. Although it made its mark in decades past as an important fishing town, it is now famous for its...
In die oomblik | Overberg | 26.03.2021
Overberg landscape as captured by Isabelle Smal on Friday 26 March 2021 and published in Die Burger. ...
Carina Bruwer – 1st to swim across Walker Bay
Capetonian musician Carina Bruwer partnered with Tribuo Artist Relief Fund to become the first person to swim 21km across Walker Bay from Hermanus Old Harbour to Stanford’s Cove. She completed this swim in a time of 6:36 with water temperatures ranging between 17.5...
Trip Planner
Planning a trip to Stanford? Here are a few ideas to get you going. Did you know Grootbos is only 2 hours away from Cape Town and promises a retreat in nature to nurture any ailment ...
A TRIP FOR TWO: CANDICE MODISELLE & MELO MAOKA HIT HERMANUS
Spend the day in Hermanus with multi-faceted media personality, Candice Modiselle and her close friend and radio host, Melo Maoka, on their adventure-packed girls day out. The beautiful coastal town of Hermanus sets the scene for an Insider SA adventure with two great friends, Candice Modiselle and Melo Maoka....
Braai time with The Cousin: Barry Hilton lights our fire
South Africa's favourite Cousin rustles up four side dishes for a fireside feast. Barry Hilton never needs an excuse to make a fire — and apart from a decades-long career as one of South Africa’s best-loved comedians, he has also built up the hugely...
A busy season lies ahead
With the summer holidays suddenly upon us it seems as if the Overstrand can look forward to a bumper season, despite the Covid-19 pandemic. “Accommodation facilities across all our towns are reporting bookings for the whole of the extended holiday period that runs into...
Cape Whale Coast Restaurants taking Safe Eats Pledge
With the hard lockdown restrictions still fresh in mind and a real fear of a second wave of COVID-19 infections hitting the Overstrand, Tourism developed a Safe Eats Pledge stating 8 operational measures that make restaurants safer. And COVID compliant. The pledge was rolled...
Hidden treasure in Walker Bay
Marx Möhr, owner of local diving company Neptune’s Divers and Cruises found what seems to be the wreckage of a historic ship not too far from Hermanus’s Old Harbour. https://thevillagenews.co.za/hidden-treasure-in-walker-bay/?fbclid=IwAR0uBc94VeQFdG847pmlouoty89HJylvfnd0l9k4FYbbKhC4DiUkB8EkNQw...
The great Overberg Pie Debate
Who knew pies could be as polarizing as politics? Surely it's just something to scoff on a road trip? But when it comes to picking a pie in the Overberg, tempers flare, insults fly and friendships are put on hold. ...
Sustainable use of land vital for fynbos protection
Established in 1991, the Flower Valley Conservation Trust is making sure that it creates a fynbos-filled future for life and livelihoods. The trust is a non-profit organisation based on Flower Valley Farm, just outside Gansbaai. It focuses on fynbos protection in natural landscapes...
Glamtrails in Southern Vines
Glamtrails are an exciting new tourism offering based in one of the Cape's picturesque, vineyard-carpeted corners: the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley. ...
Over the hills and far away
Over the hills and far away Prolific travel writer Richard Holmes' globetrotting may be on hold, but when lockdown rules were relaxed, he headed straight for the N2 to rediscover these Overberg institutions and a few hidden gems, all open for business Continue Reading...
How to plan a culinary road trip around South Africa’s Cape Whale Coast
BY HEATHER RICHARDSON Take an epicurean road trip in the Hemel-en-Aarde Valley and Cape Whale Coast, sampling smooth wines and Saturday markets. The Cape Whale Coast, of which the whale watching hub of Hermanus is the centrepiece, is best explored by car, starting in Cape...
Young winemaker speaks of time spent in New Zealand
HERMANUS – His dream of travelling abroad and learning more about wines became a reality for Mount Pleasant resident Kirsten Myburgh. ...
Weg Tydskrif September 2020
the 100,000 hectare UNESCO designated Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve is home to the most complex biodiversity on our planet with more than 1,880 different plant species ...
2020 Absa Top 10 Pinotage
Stanford winery, Springfontein, made it to the finals of the annual Absa Top 10 Pinotage competition. The Single Vineyard Jonathan's Ridge Pinotage 2016 is made by local winemaker Tariro Masayiti from fruit grown on Springfontein under the wine of origin appellation of Walker...
Hermanus Ready to Welcome Visitors – Travel Local SA
HERMANUS READY TO WELCOME VISITORS - TRAVEL LOCAL SA This week visitors to Hermanus will be welcomed by a tablecloth-and-bedding banner, displayed in the Old Harbour. This “hospitality flag”, stitched together from squeaky clean linen by tourism business owners, is a warm invitation to...
On the Trail – Hermanus, South Africa
Overstrand Hermanus gained status as a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy in 2019. Our food and beverages that range from wine to beer, gin, grappa and mineral water are no secret and the National Geographic has a special feature on our region and...
KykNet Film Production on the Cape Whale Coast (20 June 2020)
While leisure travel is not allowed under Level 3 Lockdown regulations, filming is permitted. The Cape Whale Coast had a freelance film team visiting and look forward to seeing our irresistibly beautiful region on TV soon. Frankie Opperman Productions and Bonanza Films visited the...
The Future of Wine Tourism, 10 June 2020
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The most charming towns and small cities in South Africa
South Africa is home to a diverse landscape that comprises everything from pristine beaches, rugged mountains and craggy cliffs, to dense forests, crystal-clear lagoons and lush winelands. Interspersed around this varied topography are a vast number of towns and cities, each boasting their...
Overstrand gets nod from UNESCO
The Overstrand has a brand-new and unique accolade to add to its already impressive list of reasons why the Whale Coast is one of the top tourist destinations in the world. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) last week announced that...
Hermanus eyed for Unesco Status
Hermanus has applied to become South Africa’s first Unesco City of Gastronomy. The bid is led by former head of Afrikaans at the University of KwaZulu-Natal Darryl David, who believes the town has the potential to win. In 2017, he also led the bid...
Share the Love
Tourism Month is an annual celebration held in September to focus on the importance of tourism to the economy of the Overstrand. During this month there’s an amplified focus on the importance of tourism to the local economy. It also serves as an...
Gansbaai Penguin Project
GANSBAAI’S PENGUIN PROJECT It’s not all black and white for penguins - in fact, some rather colourful penguins have made their home in Gansbaai in the Western Cape of South Africa. The objective of Gansbaai’s Penguin Campaign is to create an interest in Gansbaai's attractions by...