Attractions near Protea Wilds Retreat
Distances are as the crow flies. Road distances will differ.
Goukamma Nature Reserve - Buffels Bay, Garden Route
To many in the Knysna area, the words unspoilt beauty and bountiful nature describe one place, the Goukamma Nature Reserve and Marine Protected Area. The Nature Reserve, stretches between Buffels Bay and Groenvlei Lake near Sedgefield, covering an area in extent of 2500 hectares with the Marine R...
Homtini Pass - between George and Knysna, Garden Route
Homtini Pass lies 6th in the string of Seven Passes that fall between George and Knysna, the narrow, gravel pass covers 5km of wonderfully scenic driving, and decends to the river from which it takes its name. The pass ends at the Rheenendal Timber Mill and is also known as the Goukamma River Pas...
Bloukrans Bridge - nr Nature's Valley, Garden Route
The Bloukrans Bridge, located near Nature's Valley in the Western Cape, was completed in 1984 and stands at a height of 216 m, making it the highest single span arch bridge in the world. Its central span is 272 m and the bridge is 451 m in length in total. The Bloukrans River which flows beneath ...
Groenvlei Lake (Lake Pleasant) - Sedgefield, Garden Route
Just 5 km east of the holiday town of Sedgefield you will find a unique lake, Groenvlei, sometimes referred to as Lake Pleasant. The lake is not large, maybe 4 km long and 1 km wide, it is also not deep, the maximum depth being around 3 metres with very few deep sections which go up to 5 metres d...
Die Fort Local Nature Reserve - Uniondale, Karoo
Die Fort Local Nature Reserve is a serene and historically significant natural area located in Uniondale, a small town in the Western Cape, South Africa. The reserve is named after a historical fort built by the British during the Anglo-Boer War. Today, the site serves as a peaceful retreat for n...
Sedgefield Lagoon - Sedgefield, Garden Route
The Sedgefield Lagoon in Sedgefield, located along South Africa’s scenic Garden Route, is a tranquil oasis known for its stunning natural beauty and biodiversity. This tidal lagoon, fed by the Swartvlei River, sits between the coastal forest and sand dunes, offering serene views and a peaceful en...
Wild Oats Community Farmers Market - Sedgefield, Western Cape
The Wild Oats Community Farmers' Market, located in Sedgefield in the heart of the Western Cape, is a vibrant and popular destination for locals and visitors alike. Established in 1999, this market has grown into a bustling hub that showcases the best of the region's fresh produce, artisanal food...
Outeniqua Nature Reserve - Garden Route, Western Cape
The Outeniqua Nature Reserve, located in the Garden Route of the Western Cape in South Africa, is a stunning natural area that stretches across the magnificent Outeniqua Mountains, between the towns of George and Oudtshoorn. The reserve covers an area of approximately 38,000 hectares, offering a ...
Swartvlei - Wilderness National Park, Garden Route
Swartvlei is the largest and deepest lake in the Wilderness National Park, located near Sedgefield in the scenic Garden Route area of the Western Cape. This expansive waterbody covers approximately 9 square kilometers and reaches depths of up to 16 meters, offering a haven for nature lovers and o...