west coast way in full bloom
West Coast Way is South Africa’s road trip with the most twists
Further afield awaits Riebeek Valley – also known as the Shiraz
(and flowers).
Valley of South Africa.
Whether you want to plan and guide your own road trip, or
Book three week-day nights, and pay only R765 per night
prefer an expertly guided Flower Tour or Berg River Cruise,
for two people sharing including breakfast in 4-star Deluxe
springtime offers breathtaking sightseeing of the Cape West
Rooms. To book call The Lodge on 021 553 4653 or email
Coast’s wildflowers.
enquiries@thelodgeAB.co.za
During August and September, and with the sun high in the sky
Postberg Flower Reserve is one of the most visited and famous
(between 10:30 am and 3:30 pm is best), there is a multitude of
flower spots in the Cape West Coast. Even though it’s part
flowers spots to explore.
of the West Coast National Park, which is open seven days a week, Postberg is only open from 1 August to 30 September.
West Coast Way has a bouquet of budget-friendly solutions for South Africans, which makes visiting the West Coast perfect for
The West Coast’s vibrant nature diversity is found in white
enjoyable family-friendly holidays and long weekends.
beaches with blue lagoon water, khaki-green fynbos, and deep orange and rose sunsets peppered with birds of prey.
Top Flower Spots On The West Coast Way – Now Open!
This is especially true when you stay at privately owned nature reserve Thali Thali Game Lodge, located 25 minutes from
Blaauwberg Nature Reserve is the official beginning of the
Langebaan Lagoon and sitting cozily next to the West Coast
Cape West Coast’s rich biodiversity. From here you can see
National Park, where Postberg is located.
two World Heritage Sites – Table Mountain and Robben Island. Thali Thali offers visitors the perfect opportunity to connect Whether it’s a championship golf course, complete with
with nature with their 3 for 2 mid-week accommodation
springbok roaming the fairway fringes, the green fynbos belt
deal at R3000 for all three nights per two adults sharing. To
stretching into the very heart of the estate, or the expansive
book call the Thali Thali team on 082 372 8637 or email info@
Melkbosstrand Blue Flag beach, at The Lodge at Atlantic
thalithali.co.za.
Beach you’re guaranteed a prime stay in one of South Africa’s most sought after nature settings. From here visitors can drive
Bokkomlaan in Velddrif is your happy flower spot on the
out for the day to see Darling’s wildflower reserves, taste wine
West Coast Way with loads of birds, bokkoms, and bubbly
at Groote Post, craft beer at Darling Brew, and enjoy the
when you book the three hour flower weekend boat trip with
hospitality of Evita se Perron.
Cracklin’ Rosie River Tours.
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