Swartberg Pass, Prince Albert, Waterfall, Olive tasting and lunch
Depart from your accommodation in Oudtshoorn (after a brief introduction of the Klein Karoo) towards the Swartberg Mountain Pass. Encounter the changes in landscape, fauna and climate. Encounter the majestic rock formations of this Uniseco World Heritage site. Photograph the craftsmanship of the road builders, with breathtaking views of the north and the south! After lunch in Prince Albert we depart and do a quick stop at the waterfall in Meiringspoort. Thereafter we visit the award winning olive farm in De Rust. Let your senses experience the smells and tastes of this award winning olive oil and olives.
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Swartberg Pass, Prince Albert, Waterfall, Olive tasting and lunch
What's included in Swartberg Pass, Prince Albert, Waterfall, Olive tasting and lunch
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Itinerary
Swartberg Pass
Depart from your accommodation in Oudtshoorn (after a brief introduction of the Klein Karoo) towards the Swartberg Mountain Pass. Encounter the changes in landscape, fauna and climate. Encounter the majestic rock formations of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Photograph the craftsmanship of the road builders, with breathtaking views of the north and the south! We will travers over a 1500m high mountain, with possible sightings of some rare Klipspringer antelope!
Prince Albert
Lunch stop in the small Karoo town of Prince Albert. Old world charm meet modern efficiency. Hear about this town history and the connection to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. View the artistic impact of sculpturers and painters transforming the Old Colonial houses to brightly coloured guest accommodation and art studios.
Meiringspoort Waterfall
WE enter the gorge of the Swartberg Mountain range and follow it from north to south. This was the original gateway between the inland Great karoo and the Ocean for trading with the passing ships. We stop in the gorge and walk the 300 meters to a cascading waterfall and rock pool. The brave of heart can have a swim and learn about the mermaid living in this pool!
Inclusions
- Bottled water
- English tour guide
- Lunch
- Tips and Gratuities
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have any dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking!
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Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Tourism office is next to the Museum corner of Voortrekker road and Langenhoven road. Look out for the Branded Vehicles, or WhatsApp 079 479 0789!
