Day Visitors welcome at De Hoop

Day visitors are welcome at De Hoop and guests may leave their vehicles at any time to walk or cycle anywhere in the reserve as long as they take care not to trample the natural vegetation. Birding, hiking, mountain biking and snorkeling are rewarding activities.
The Fig Tree Restaurant is open all day offering delicious local fare including picnic baskets for alfresco meals.

SafariNow reviews Brandy tastings at Abalone House

Swirl your glass and indulge in a unique brandy tasting and wine pairing experience in Paternoster

 

Saffron Restaurant presents Brandy and Wine tasting evenings by two of South Africa's finest vineyards, Blaauwklippen and Laborie; paired with an exquisite 5-course menu during the last three weekends of May, at only R250 per person.

Escape to the gorgeous 5-Star Abalone House for only R995 per person sharing per night, inclusive of scrumptious breakfast and tantalizing afternoon tea. Situated in the village of Paternoster, Abalone House offers 10 magnificent suites set around a tranquil, central courtyard. Facilities include a rooftop Jacuzzi with panoramic sea view, an elegant swimming pool and the superb in-house Saffron Restaurant.

Read more here:  SafariNow

Whale season is approaching

Some whales have already been spotted along our beautiful Cape coastline this year.  They are actually here all year round but they tend to be very far off shore.  As the season approaches, they tend to move closer and closer ending up in the calm bays where they are safe to give birth and nurture their babies.

If you want to witness this marvelous group of animals this year, plan ahead to avoid the rush.  All along the Cape coastline, Cape Country Routes has hotels which are perfectly located for whale watching.  

Book now at any of these hotels:

• Abalone House - Paternoster
• Agulhas Country Lodge - L'Agulhas
• De Hoop Reserve - Overberg

Up coming Garden Route Events

If you are looking for a place to go during the next school holidays, consider the Garden Route.  Apart from lots of events and activities planned in the area, Cape Country Routes has a number of member hotels along the Garden Route to suit your accommodation requirements.

Member hotels include:

• Botlierskop Private Game Reserve - Mossel Bay
• Knysna Log-Inn - Knysna
• Oyster Bay Lodge - Tsitsikama
• Plettenberg Bay Game Reserve - Plettenberg Bay

For more information on these hotels, click here:  http://www.capecountryroutes.com/

This list of events below is taken from  http://www.visitknysna.co.za/explore/events

June
5th	World Environment Day, supported by Knysna Tourism
	World Environment Day (WED) is a day that stimulates awareness of the environment and enhances political attention and public action.
15th – 17th	RE:CM 200
	3 stages of MTB heaven! Approximately 65km's a day. For more information click here.
July
6th – 15th	Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival
	Guaranteeing you and your family the best ten days of your winter, the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival offers over 100 sporting and lifestyle events and, with a bumper Young Oyster Festival program, the festival truly offers something to everyone. For more information click here.
7th-8th	Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour
	Pick n Pay Weekend Argus Rotary Knysna Cycle Tour is a two day celebration of cycling in the heart of the Garden Route and an official event of the Pick n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival 2012. For more information click here.
13th – 14th	Klipdrift Premium Robberg Classic 2 Day Golf Event
	Plettenberg Bay Country Club will be presenting the Klipdrift Premium Robberg Classic 2 Day Golf Event on the 13/14 July 2012. The competition is held over 2 days with 18 holes per day two tee start from 10h30. 4 Ball Alliance over 2 days. For more information click here.
14th	Pick n Pay Cape Times Knysna Forest Marathon
	One of the most beautiful marathons ever. Winter in the forest: come experience the exhilaration of a full or half marathon through the beautiful forest at the heart of Knysna. For more information click here.

Brandy Tasting and Wine Pairing at Abalone House

The breathtaking Cape

The Cape Country Routes properties are so lucky to be located in this magnificent part of the world.  Visit us soon and see for yourself............

Emile Minnie to perform at the Montagu Country Hotel!

Emile Minnie to perform at the Montagu Country Hotel! Contact us for more info or if you would like to stay over after the show.

Meerkat Adventures

Have a look at this movie advert about the Meerkat Tours in Oudtshoorn, South Africa 

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N-89pAtlIdw&feature=youtu.be&noredirect=1

De Hoop Couples Retreat Competition

THE DE HOOP COUPLES RETREAT COMPETITION IS BACK!
This is a rare and special prize for you and three other couples of your choice. It is a trip to the de Hoop Nature Reserve and Marine Sanctuary including flights and accommodation for three nights. Your own personal chef and marine guide will take you on a personal tour through this untouched paradise.
http://www.facebook.com/pages/De-Hoop-Collection-Nature-Reserve/208124781676?sk=app_208195102528120

Less than 30 days until Wacky Wine

It is less than 30 days until the Wacky Wine Festival in Robertson.  This annual event attracts thousands of people and most accommodation is fully booked well in advance.  If you have only just decided to attend and you need accommodation, you might be lucky on this website. 

www.wackywineweekend.com Look under “Last Minute Forum”.