The Garden Route has a Mediterranean Maritime climate, with moderately hot summers, and mild to chilly winters. It is one of the richest rainfall areas, most of which occurs in the winter months, brought by the humid sea-winds from the Indian ocean. Ant time of the year is good for visiting the area, depending if you enjoy a peaceful retreat during the winter months, or a bustling holiday resort during the summer. |
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Fancourt is situated in the heart of this magnificent region. Water is ever-present in the Fancourt experience - whether at the Resort or the many lakes and beaches that surround it. Fancourt is surrounded by some of the last remaining indigenous forests,which are home to a kaleidoscope of flora and fauna. |
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The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe is the last steam hauled scheduled passenger train operating in Southern Africa and runs daily (excepting Sunday) between George and Knysna. The route of the Choo-Tjoe is from George, via Victoria Bay, Wilderness, Sedgefield and Goukamma to Knysna and encompasses some of the most spectacular scenery in South Africa in the heart of the Garden Route lake district. The section from Victoria Bay along the Cliffside and over the Kaaiman’s River viaduct to Wilderness is the highlight of the journey. The railway line between George and Knysna was opened to traffic in 1928 and when built was regarded as one of the most expensive sections of line in the world - today it is rated the most beautiful. |
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The incredible Cango caves will intrigue the visitor. Hug a Cheetah at Cheetahland or take a race on the back of an Ostrich at a show farm. A scenic drive across the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains will leave you with a feeling of satisfaction. |
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It is heaven for mountain bikers and hikers, with tough all-day hikes, Sunday afternoon strolls and walks to picnic spots. A favorite tourism attraction is The Hell, a secluded valley in Gamkaskloof in the heart of the Swartberg mountains. This is also the venue of the popular mountain bike race, To Hell and Back. The Prince Albert district is filled with fruit orchards where fruits such as nectarines and apricots of export quality as well as olives, can be found. |
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