NATURE & FAMILY ACTIVITIES   

Bird's Paradise

Is ideal for families with over 260 exotic birds, monkeys, lamas, crocodiles and ponies, kids will be well entertained while you relax and enjoy something from the coffee shop. Open 7 days a week.


Fishing

A great outdoor activity for the family. Bass is plentiful – try your luck at the following wineries, all bordering the river: Viljoensdrift Wines, Wolvendrift Winery. If you don’t have a fishing rod, visit Outdoor Arena in Bonnievale, where a large variety of fish such as largemouth bass, carp, barbel, in their well stocked ponds. Fishing rods can be hired.

Have a Picnic

Enjoy a picnic at one of the local wine estates. Try Viljoensdrift, Rietvallei, each of which offers (pre-booked) picnic baskets. Otherwise bring your own picnic and visit Rooiberg, Zandvliet, Wolvendrift or Weltevrede. Be sure to phone ahead and let them know of your visit.

Hiking

Robertson Wine Valley is a must for hikers, with plenty trails to choose from: Arangieskop (Robertson-20.9km), Bloupunt (Montagu-15.6km), Cogmans (Montagu-12.1km), Boesmanskloof (McGregor-Greyton-14km), Rooikat Vrolijkheid (McGregor-19km) Kranskop and Arendnes trail( Klaasvoogd West 1.5-4 km) to name but a few. Contact the local tourism bureaus regarding bookings and/or permits.

Horse Riding

If you love horses and the outdoors, this is a must In Robertson we will guide you further.

Game Drives at our doorstep

Klaasvoogd  Game Reserve offer affordable game drives led by a trained personal guide in open viewing vehicles.Get and drop off arranged from the lodge game drives available Wednesday’s – Sunday’s at 10h00 or 16h00, other days and times by appointment. Game includes Black Wildebeest, Gemsbok, Vaal Rhebok and Zebra to name but a few. We recommend the sunset-game drive with breathtaking views as the sun sets.


Olive Tours and Tasting

The Robertson area is ideal for olive growing and many farmers have planted olives trees in the last decade. The quality is outstanding and the quality is unbeatable. Join an olive tour, learn about the different varieties and styles and sample some products such as smoked olives, dried olives, olive oil and even … olive jam with rhubarb.
Two worthwhile stops are IGADI YE-OLIVA /Olive Garden in klaasvoogd West and Olyfberg in the Eilandia area – remember to book in advance though.

River Cruises and Rafting

The Breede River is the lifeline of the area and there is plenty to do on and around the river. You can choose between 2 different boat cruises: Viljoensdrift’s Uncle Ben and the Breede River Goose, which offer cruises lasting between 1 and 2 hours. Or if you want to be more hands-on, join one of Rafting Route 62 trips paddling down the river, something the whole family can do together. Booking is essential and can be done at the local tourism bureaus.

Quad Biking

Bonfrutti (Bonnievale) offers guided farm tours, with stops at the ostrich camps, and the trips extend drives half way up the Langeberg Mountain. Personal attention, with a maximum of 4 people per group, no experience needed, makes a great family outing. Views are stunning, so don’t forget to bring the camera. Tradouw quads Experience the Karoo landscape, guests are welcome to pick peaches in the orchards when in season and visit the waterfall, the main source of water for the farm. For the more experienced riders, take a day trip up the mountain ridges and enjoy a picnic lunch at the top of the mountain with breathtaking views of the valley.