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HOLIDAYS ON THE GARDEN ROUTE

ake the most of leave days, mini
breaks and school holidays by With incredible local holiday packages and deals up for grabs, South Africans
Mventuring up (or down) the Garden should take full advantage and plan their 2021 getaways well in advance!
Route for a well-deserved break this year!
Here are some activities that you can enjoy.
AUTUMN HORSE RIDING IN HOEKWIL
(WILDERNESS)
Enjoy the milder autumn weather by trotting
on horseback to take in the beauty of the
season. The Black Horse Trails company offers
a choice between one and a half-hour and
three hour-long rides that take you through
indigenous forests, along mountain trails and
past crashing waterfalls. The weather should
still be just warm enough to jump in for a
swim!

WINTER ACTIVITIES
Winter is a wonderful time of year on
the Garden Route as it’s usually mild and
windless. You can enjoy walks on the beach,
fantastic hiking trails in Wilderness, Knysna,
the Tsitsikamma Forest and along the
Autumn Horse Riding In Hoekwil (Wilderness)
Robberg Peninsula, adventurous excursions
Strawberry Picking like ziplining or sandboarding (Dragon Dune
at Redberry Farm in anyone?), or wine tasting along the region’s
September award-winning wine route.
Of course, there’ll be a few stormy days –
perfect for cosy lie-ins, sitting beside the
fireplace, high teas and indoor spoils. Book
a stay at The Manor House at Fancourt and
on the possible rainy days enjoy their private
library, couples’ spa treatments, or tea and
cake in a quiet nook. Throw in evening
canapes and a winter stay on the Garden
Route doesn’t get more romantic than this!

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