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BIRDING DESTINATIONS
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RECOMMENDED DESTINATIONS:
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RED STONE HILLS GUEST FARM
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BETWEEN OUDTSHOORN AND CALITZDORP ON ROUTE 62 –
6 km on Kruisrivier turnoff |
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044 2133783 |
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0729015654 |
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0865239902 |
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redstone@pixie.co.za |
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www.redstone.co.za |
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Red Stone Hills is situated on the fringe of the semi-arid plains of the Little Karoo. Habitats for birds include open karroid veld, dense thickets, fynbos, several permanent streams and man made habitats e.g. lucerne lands. Stupendous landscapes, rock art – see article under “destinations”. |
Lavenders Blue
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Lavenders Blue is a self catering cottage situated close to the river in Stanford. The Kleinrivier Estuary and bird hide, Fernkloof, Grootbos and Salmonsdam Nature Reserves and Dyer Island are all within a half hour’s drive from the village. |
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KLEIN BOSCHKLOOF CHALETS
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Situated 9km from Clanwilliam in the unspoilt Boskloof Valley bordering the Cederberg Wilderness Area. 3 Upmarket historic thatched-roof Cape Dutch Style cottages. Fully equipped. Full bathrooms. Swimming, hiking, bird-watching, mountain climbing, bouldering, mountain biking, wild flowers, rock paintings and many more. Four Star Graded by TGCSA
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Teniqua Treetops
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Teniqua Treetops is a creative, self-catering, tented tree house resort in pristine Afro-Montane forests near Knysna. We regularly see the Knysna Turaco, Green Wood-Hoopoe, Knysna Woodpecker, a variety of raptors including Forest Buzzards. Hidden away you may also see the Narina Trogon |
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PUMULA LODGE
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Pumula Lodge is situated in a quiet suburb in Knysna. The large properties with mature trees are a haven for over 115 species of birds. The Woodbourne bird sanctuary nearby supports an abundant variety of waders and is known for the occasional rarity. |
THE ROBERTSON SMALL HOTEL
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This unsung jewel encapsulates outer-city hospitality at its most refined. Clean, natural hues and rich organic textures, silhouetted against a monochrome palette of French white, is integrated in ten luxury suites. The Manor House is home to a cosy bar lounge and a state-of-the-art wine cellar which lends a backdrop to the hotel’s signature restaurant, Reuben’s at the Robertson. Relax and revitalize body and soul with a pampering treatment at The Wellness Room. Fringed by manicured gardens and shimmering pools, guests can relax and interact in a lavish milieu where unparalleled accommodation, a homely ambience and world-class cuisine come standard. And to crown it all close to several great birding hotspots.
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SUMMER DREAM
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'Summer Dream' is situated on the dunes between Great Brak River and Glentana. It is ideal for Bird-Lovers, with lots of fynbos and the ocean (200m) with pristine beaches where all kinds of seabirds could be found. Three km away is the GREAT BRAK RIVER LAGOON, ideal for most of the regional Water Birds. The area is also known for its quality canoing opportunities. Two further estuaries at the Klein Brak and Hartenbos lagoons, as well as suburb forest birding are also in close proximity. |
DELHEIM WINE FARM STELLENBOSCH
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Delheim has taken great care to preserve substantial tracts of pristine, montane fynbos and has carefully developed an assortment of dams, ponds and waterways to promote a wonderful diversity of bird-life. Birding walks can be organized by arrangement |
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REEDEN LODGE
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Lovely, individual self catering cottages on a farm within walking distance of the Village. Guest swimming pool and magnificent views over farmlands and mountains. Over 50 species of birds spotted around the farm by guests when relaxing on their verandas
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KUIFKOPVISVANGER GUEST FARM
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Kuifkopvisvanger is on the Bergriver Estuary where 170 different species of birds have already been identified. Wader and water bird heaven, including Red-necked Phalarope. Rocher Pan is 20 minutes to the north and West Coast National Park 20 minutes to the south. |
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Reiersvlei Farm
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On Klein River Bird Sanctuary upper Hermanus Lagoon overlooking flood plain (vlei). Rural position and very quiet. Area known for Black Harriers, Cape Siskin, Blue Cranes and Victorin's Warbler. Near Walker Bay for seabirds, Great White Sharks and Southern Right Whales. |
KLEINPLAAS, OUDTSHOORN
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Kleinplaas consists of 54 well equiped self-catering chalets in the beautiful Little Karoo town of Oudtshoorn. This is in close proximity to birding hotspots such as the Swartberg pass,Meiringspoort and the Garden Route. |
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STANFORD COUNTRY COTTAGES
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Stanford nestles on the Klein River, near the Hermanus Lagoon, Kleinriviersberg Mountains and the Ocean. The diversity of fynbos, river, lagoon and coastal habitats attract a range of bird species. Our self catering cottages are situated throughout the village.
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YAMKELA GUESTHOUSE, OUDTSHOORN
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Our stylish and comfortable 4-star guesthouse is ideally situated in a quiet residential area, within walking distance from the centre of town and several excellent restaurants. An ideal setting for birders traveling along Route 62, with easy access to great birding hotspots and many of the special birds of the Western Cape. |
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PEACE VALLEY GUESTHOUSE
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Peace Valley Guesthouse is located in the heart of the Overberg area which has a rich variety of flora, fauna and birdlife. It is home to the Blue Crane, Black Harriers and various other raptors, Orange-breasted Sunbird, Cape Sugarbirds etc. De Mond and De Hoop Nature Reserves and the Cape Agulhas National Park are within easy driving distance and afford the visitor the opportunity to enjoy the beauty of this area.
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BALI-HAI and BALI-TOO Self Catering Apartments
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Situated in Kalk Bay within walking distance of Table Mountain National Park Trails, famous for beautiful birds of the Cape Fynbos Biome. Overlooking sandy and rocky beaches of False Bay, breeding sites of African Black Oystercatchers and home to many pelagic species. |
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WHITE BRIDGE FARM
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White Bridge farm has a variety of self-catering accommodation along the upper reaches of the Breede River, rich in birdlife. Visitors have easy access to the Kleitjieskraal wetlands, the sewerage works and various private dams on farms. There are diverse habitats in our area, eg riverine, mountain and arid regions.
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LANGVLEI DUNES ACCOMMODATION
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Our 1-hectare property, rehabilitated to the original dune bush and Fynbos offers excellent birding. The nearby rivers, lakes and forests add to the variety of species found here. The accommodation consists of 2 selfcatering units that sleep 6 adults. |
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KARUKAREB WILDERNESS RESERVE
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Karukareb Wildernis Reservaat is situated in a beautiful secluded kloof adjacent to the Cederberg Wilderness Area at the foothills of the Krakadouw mountains in a World Heritage site.
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HERMANUS LODGE ON THE GREEN
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IDEALLY SITUATED AT THE FOOT OF THE FERNKLOOF NATURE RESERVE AS A BACKDROP AND OPENING ON TO THE 25TH GREEN OF THE HERMANUS GOLF COURSE KNOWN FOR ITS ABUNDANCE OF BIRDS, HERMANUS LODGE IS A GREAT PLACE FOR BIRD LOVERS TO BEGIN THEIR SEARCH … |
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Tanagra Wine & Guest Farm
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Tanagra is an idyllic wine and guest farm in the McGregor Valley that adjoins and has direct access to Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve. 175 species have been listed here and include many waterfowl and species associated with Fynbos and Succulent Karoo species. Further birding hot spots like Boesmanskloof and Dassieshoek are in close proximity. |
3 FLAVOURS GUEST HOUSE
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Soothing silence, fresh air, sweeping mountain views and plenty of fynbos – that’s what staying at this new Bird Friendly Dutch-owned guesthouse, on 8.5hct nature reserve (Unesco) just outside Pringle Bay (on the R44), will be. Several great birding hotspots such as Rooiels, the Harold Porter Botanical Gardens and Stony Point in close proximity. |
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EIGHT BELLS MOUNTAIN INN
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Situated on a 400-acre estate, this 4-star hotel offers 25 luxury rooms and a range of outdoor facilities. Hiking trails are available across the tree-lined river bed, the dam and up the fynbos-covered mountain where a wide range of bird species associated with water, fynbos and forest habitats can be viewed. |
DELVERA STELLENBOSCH
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Situated in The Greater Simonsberg Conservancy with a hiking trail taking one to the top of the Klapmutskop with its indigenous yellowwood forest and sweeping view of False Bay, Table Mountain, Franschhoek and Paarl. Shorter walks are also marked. Contact Dirtopia Trail Centre for permits. |
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OCEAN ART HOUSE
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Guest House with Art Gallery. You can do bird-watching from the comfort of the lounge area with the rear of the house looking on to a Nature Reserve. The house faces the sea and offers sea views. Close to De Mond Nature Reserve, Cape Agulhas National Park and De Hoop Nature Reserve.
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PROTEA TSITSIKAMMA VILLAGE INN
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The Protea Tsitsikamma Village Inn is set in the pictureque town of Storms River between the coast and unspoilt indigenous Tsitsikamma forest. Forest birding here is outstanding and we are close to birding hotspots such as Tsitsikamma National Park, Nature's Valley and Birds of Eden |
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