ACTIVITIES (OPTIONAL...)

The Klaasvoogds area offers you the following recreation options:

• Wine Cellars, wine tasting and cellar tours: Head out to any number of local wineries.
  
  
• For those in need of pampering: visit the nearby Rosendal Wellness Center and Spa;
  
  
• For those with botanical interest:
  • Soekershof - uncover the mystery of mazes and gardens, in the company of people who want to provide you with an enjoyable and inspirational experience.
  • Sheilam Nursery - Established in 1954 this cactus and succulent nursery is boasting more than 2000 species of plants, and is recognized by authorities as one of the finest collections of specimen plants.
    
    
• The Klaasvoogds Game Reserve is located near to Mallowdeen Gardens and offers guided game drives with a qualified guide in an open viewing vehicle. This small mountain reserve has a large range of antelope including Eland, Kudu, Gemsbok, Bontebok, Black Wildebeest and Zebra - and much more. Spectacular views of the Langeberg Mountains as well as the valley below, will ensure a wonderful personalised experience with collection and drop-off back at Mallowdeen Gardens.
  
  
• Bird watching: No need to go far: explore over 100 different species of bird life found on our premises.
  
  
• Sight-Seeing: Visit small historical country villages like Montagu and McGregor, about half an hours drive away. Also worth a visit and within 45 minutes is Swellendam, South Africa's third oldest town after Cape Town and Stellenbosch.

And in the Robertson Wine Valley:

• Play a round of golf on Robertson's 18-hole golfcourse;
  
  
• Take a hike through the hills and valleys: there are numerous trails in the area:
  • Dassieshoek Nature Reserve (Robertson);
  • Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve (McGregor);
  • Fish Eagle Trail (Van Loveren Wine Estate);
  • Nearby Montagu offers a number of spectacular hiking trials.
    
    
• Hire a bicycle: Explore the Robertson Wine Valley on a bicycle, it offers a landscape of flower fringed roads, majestic mountains, the mighty Breede River, spectacular vineyards and above all, world class wines! Enjoy a close-up view of the beautiful surroundings, visit local attractions, do some wine tasting on the way - and get your exercise too! >> read more >>
  
  
• River cruises: Create your own picnic from the delectable items on the deli menu at Viljoensdrift and have your lunch during a lazy boat trip on the Breede River.

PERFECT LOCATION FOR DAY TRIPS!

Major tourist attractions, within a two hour drive from Mallowdeen Gardens:

Cape Town

Stellenbosch / Franschhoek

Hermanus (Whales!)

Mosselbaai (Garden Route)

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