Arniston Places of Interest (original) (raw)
Attractions IN Arniston
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Waenhuiskrans Cave
Waenhuiskrans (wagon house cliff) is the highlight of a visit to Waenhuiskrans Nature Reserve in Arniston. What makes the Waenhuiskrans Cave so exciting is the low-tide leap-and-a-bit to reach it, over barnacle-encrusted rocks with one's eye on the sea ...
Nature Reserves
Waenhuiskrans Nature Reserve
Formerly known as Waenhuiskrans until a ship by the name of Arniston was wrecked here, the village is a much sought after holiday residence because of its sea views and stands on a hill overlooking the harbour, approximately 190 kilometres from Cape Town ...
Attractions AROUND Arniston
Landmarks / National Parks / Nature Reserves
Agulhas National Park
Lying in what is known as the Agulhas Plain at the southernmost tip of Africa is the Agulhas National Park, just 45 kilometres from the popular village of Gansbaai. This might be the meeting place of the Atlantic and Indian Oceans, but the Agulhas ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries
Caledon Blue Crane Route
The Caledon farmers grouped together to protect the Blue Crane bird and increase tourism in the area, establishing the Caledon Blue Crane Route, which allows visitors to see the blue crane in its natural environment, and encouraging the blue crane onto ...
Beaches
Cape Agulhas Beaches
Cape Agulhas is a rocky headland with some gorgeous beaches, making it a stunning weekend getaway for travellers along the Garden Route or those exploring the Cape Overberg. The Cape Agulhas region is home to the coastal towns of Arniston, L�Agulhas, ...
Wine Estates
Cape Agulhas Wine Estates
The official wine route of Cape Agulhas transports tourists to a charming part of the country and includes the area of Montagu. Although this is a relatively new wine route, its close proximity to other, better-established routes (such as the ...
Wine Routes
Cape Agulhas Wine Route
Elim is something of a phenomenon as its unique �terroir� has caused much excitement in the wine community worldwide. The cool and strong winds that prevail - south westerly and south easterly - have the effect of providing a very cool ripening season, ...
Marine Protected Areas
De Hoop Marine Protected Area
De Hoop Marine Protected Area (MPA) lies adjacent to the De Hoop Nature Reserve on the Cape Overberg coastline, protecting 253 km� between Stillbaai Point and Ryspunt, and extending three nautical miles offshore. Marine protected areas ...
Nature Reserves
De Hoop Nature Reserve
The De Hoop Nature Reserve is approximately 34 000 ha in size and one of the largest natural areas managed by Cape Nature Conservation. It is a favourite destination for hikers, cyclists, bird watchers and during the winter and early summer months, whale ...
Nature Reserves
De Mond Nature Reserve
As its name suggests De Mond Nature Reserve lies at a river mouth � the Heuningnes River - in the curve of a natural bay, almost halfway between the coastal towns of Arniston and Struis Bay. The De Mond estuary has remained relatively undisturbed and ...
Nature Reserves
Heuningberg Nature Reserve
If you are in pursuit of the Bredasdorp Lily then a trip to the Heuningberg Nature Reserve, set on the slopes of Heuningberg (Honey Mountain) south east of Bredasdorp, is a good place to start, particularly as the core of the reserve started its life as ...
National Monuments / Landmarks
Map of Africa Monument
The Map of Africa Monument has a circumference of 30 metres and includes the shape of the continent and the design elements of a compass. Its scale is impressive and its design timeless. Visitors are encouraged to walk around and through the structure; ...
Popular Tourist Routes / Activities
The Whale Trail
The Whale Trail is not a new trail, having been around since about 2002, but it has become extremely popular. Nonetheless, the five-day Whale Hiking trail must be one of South Africa�s greatest selling points. It is truly a unique experience, perhaps ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Tip of Africa Route
Based on the Overberg Tourism map, the Tip of Africa Route starts in Cape Town, where you take the N2 via Grabouw and Caledon to the pretty town of Napier (make sure to stop off at the Napier Farmstall en route), after which you have a couple of choices ...
Popular Tourist Routes / Activities / Whale Route
Whale Watching in Cape Agulhas
The most southern tip of Africa is monopolised by the three towns of L'Agulhas, its neighbour Struisbaai, and on the other side of the bay, Arniston or Waenhuiskrans. Cape Agulhas may not be as beautiful as the Cape Peninsula, nor boast quite the ...
... and a little further afield
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Napier Sundial
The Napier Sundial is generally accepted to be the largest sundial as well as the only vertical one in the country. It was erected by Danie du Toit in 1965, after years of his observing the movements of the sun and the shadows it cast, and researching ...
Activities / Popular Tourist Routes / Whale Route
The Whale Coast Route
The Whale Route begins in Cape Town and follows the particularly pretty R44, also known as Clarence Drive, through the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve. It is a popular drive that easily rivals Chapman's Peak in Cape Town as one of the most scenic in the ...
Beaches
Western Cape Beaches
Anyone visiting the Western Cape is spoilt for choice in terms of the beaches that freckle this scenic province. In fact, with about 900 kilometres (or 550 miles) of coastline, visitors can choose from rocky outcrops, untamed ocean, capes, or sandy ...
Arniston as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Baardskeerdersbos, Bredasdorp, Elim, L'Agulhas, Malgas, Napier, Struisbaai, Suiderstrand
Staying Overnight
Bed & Breakfast
Arniston B&B
Arniston B&B has a warm friendly home from home atmosphere. You will enjoy the comfort of crispy fresh accommodation with your own private patio ...
Hotel
The Arniston Spa Hotel
The luxurious 4-star Arniston Spa Hotel is internationally known as one of the world's great getaways and includes a relaxation spa. We welcome y...
Self Catering
Arniston Seaside Cottages
Close to the beaches are Arniston Seaside Cottages, a cluster of impressive luxury thatch roof cottages,emphasising the unique personality of Arn...
Self Catering
Kassiesbaai Holiday Apartment
Kassiesbaai Holiday Apartment is located adjacent to Arniston Cottage. The apartment provides Arniston self catering accommodation close to the o...
Guest House
BlueSky Arniston Guest House
Located just 450m away from the beach, BlueSky Guest House in Arniston offers bed & breakfast accommodation in the historical fishing village. Al...
Self Catering
16 on Main
The Arniston self catering cottage is the ultimate in self-catering accommodation in the Western Cape. The open-plan lounge and dining area leadi...
Self Catering
Arniston Cottage
Arniston Cottage is located in the seaside village of Arniston. The cottage offers self catering accommodation near to the beach and harbour. The...
Bed & Breakfast
Arniston Lodge
Arniston Lodge is a traditionally styled Guest House offering bed & breakfast accommodation in the quaint fishing village of Kassiesbaai, just a ...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Arniston Guest House
Situated in the small seaside village of Arniston, Arniston Guest House offers warm hospitality, good food as well as traditional and modern comf...
Self Catering
Die Waenhuis
Die Waenhuis is located in Arniston and is situated near to the beach and harbour. The cottage provides self catering accommodation for four gues...