GOLF CLUBS AND SPA EXPERIENCES
- Strand Golf Club
(Situated in the Strand 3,1km from DE MERINDOL)
Tel: (021)853-6268 (021)853-6268
Fax: (021)854-6281
E-mail: stragolf@iafrica.com
- Somerset West Golf Club
(Situated in Somerset West 8km from DE MERINDOL)
Telephone Number : +27 (0)21 852 2925
Facsimile Number : +27 (0)21 852 5879
e-Mail : manager@somersetwestgolfclub.co.za
- Erinvale Golf Club and –Spa
(Situated in Somerset West 12km from DE MERINDOL)
GOLF CLUB
e-mail: clubhouse@erinvale.com
Tel +27(0)21 847 1144
Fax +27(0)21 847 1901
SPA
Tel: +27 21 847 1682
e-Mail: spa@erinvale.co.za
- De Zalze Golf Club
(Situated in Stellenbosch – 16,5from DE MERINDOL)
e-Mail: info@dezalzegolf.com
tel(021)880 7300
fax(021)880 1976
- Stellenbosch Golf Club
(Situated in Stellenbosch 19km from DE MERINDOL)
Tel: +27-21-8800103
Fax: +27-21-8800260
e-Mail: bookings@stellenboschgolfclub.com
- Devonvale Golf Club
(Situated near Stellenbosch 32km from DE MERINDOL)
e-Mail: proshop@devonvale.co.za
Tel: +27 (0) 21 888 4735
Fax: +27 (0) 21 865 2601
- Pearl Valley Golf Estate
(Situated between Paarl and Franschoek 59km from DE
MERINDOL)
T +27 21 867 8000
F +27 21 867 0767
e-Mail golf@pearlvalley.co.za
- Bosch en Meer Golf and Country Estate
(Situated in Paarl 51km from DE
MERINDOL)
To book a round of golf at Bosch en Meer contact Paarl Golf Club
Telephone Number: Pro Shop: +27 (0)21 863 2828
Fax Transmission Number: +27 (0)21 863 3660
e-Mail Address: reception@paarlgolfclub.co.za
- Paarl Golf Club
(Situated in Paarl 51km from DE MERINDOL
Telephone Number: Pro Shop: +27 (0)21 863 2828
Fax Number: +27 (0)21 863 3660
e-Mail Address: reception@paarlgolfclub.co.za
- Bellville Golf Club(Situated in Bellville 48km from DE MERINDOL)
e-Mail: ronm@bellvillegolf.co.za
Tel. 021 913 3100
Fax. 021 913 5121
- Durbanville Golf Club
(Situated in Durbanville 45km from DE MERINDOL
e-Mail: proshop@durbanvillegc.co.za
Phone: +27 21 975 4834
Fax: +27 86 510 6497
Beaches (Helderberg)
Gordon's Bay, Strand, Bikini Beach and Kogelbaai are all excellent white sandy beaches offering safe swimming, picnic spots, rock pools and magnificent sunsets over False Bay.
Bikini Beach
Blue flag beach. Small, sheltered with ablution facilities.
Gordon's Bay
2 Beaches: Bikini Beach a small wind protected beach which can become overcrowded during season time. The larger Blue Flag beach offers more parking and picnic facilities.
Kogelbaai
Excellent surf spot, sandy white beach and interesting caves.
Strand
Long 5 km very flat and safe swimming. Plently of eateries along the beach road and ablution facilities at regular intervals.
Beaches (Peninsula)
Blouberg:
2 Beaches. Little Bay and Big Bay both an absolute pleasure on a windfree day. Big Bay is better known as a Windsurfer paradise on those windy days.
Campsbay:
Excellent family venue with a tidal pool near the BBQ facilities. Eateries abound along the coastline.
Clifton:
4 Small beaches on the "Platinum MIle", extremely well protected from the South Easter. The beaches become extremely crowded during season time and parking a near impossibility. Out of season the beaches are a must for every visitor to our shores.
Hout Bay:
An extremely safe beach with interesting shops, eateries and ablution facilities. Beautiful on a windfree day.
Noordhoek:
Horserides and sunset walks. Stunning stretch of beach not to be missed. Wreck of the Kakapo.
Tableview:
Very popular beach for kiting, a stunning long stretch of beach where the sea can become really rough when the wind blows.
Come and be part of the fun right on your doorstep at the first cable waterski of it's kind in the Western Cape. It's fun, healthy, easy to learn and suitable for everyone, either on your own or in a group. Spend an hour with us or the whole day, making use of our various Blue Rock facilities, including our Diving Academy, Mini Golf, Kid's Play Area, Restaurant and Bar.
Tel: 27 (0) 21 858 1330
For boating, vessel charters, sailing and island ferries.
World class shopping and recreational centre with over 380 shops, restaurants and cinemas, the renowned MTN Science Centre and Ratanga Junction Theme Park.
One of the most spectacular drives in the world. From Cape Town around the Peninsula along the False Bay coastline via Cape Point and back along the Atlantic coast via Hout Bay, Clifton's famous beaches and Sea Point.
Cape Point is one of South Africa's most famous landmarks and a spectacle not to be missed. Take a day tour on a beautiful scenic coastal trip to visit this spectacular site.
CAPE POINT FACTS:
- The most southwesterly point of Africa.
- It's where the cold Beguela current on the West coast and the warm Agulhus current on the East coast merge.
- Situated in the 22 100 hectare Table Mountain National Park, a natural World Heritage Site.
- One of the highest sea cliffs in the world - 249 m above sea level.
- 26 recorded shipwrecks.
- Bird watcher's paradise - at least 250 species.
- The circumnavigation of the Cape of Good Hope led to the establishment of a sea route to the East and subsequent trade.
- Approximately 1 100 indigenous plant species.
- Variety of buck, baboons and other animals.
- Swimming at Bordjiesrif and Buffel Bay tidal pools.
- Numerous scenic walks and trails.
- Excellent angling and diving spots.
- Whale and dolphin watching from May to November.
- Historical monuments including the Diaz and Da Gama crosses.
- The funicular - scenic trips to the old lighthouse.
CLARA ANNA FONTEIN GAME DRIVE
We will arrange a game drive to a local private game farm situated in Durbanville (30 minutes drive time). Animals which can be seen there include blue wildebeestm sebra, sprinbok, ostrich, bontebok and eland amonst others.
COMPANY'S GARDEN
Situated at the very top of Adderley Street in Cape Town City Centre, the Company's Garden was originally established to provide fresh fruit and vegetable for the seamen sailing from Holland to Indonesia. The beautiful Garden is home to several landmark buildings including Parliament, SA Museum, SA National Gallery, Slave Lodge, St George's Cathedral, the Jewish Museum and the university of Cape Town's City Campus
Managed by the Somerset West Bird Club, the sanctuary is open to the public who may make use of the hide to observe the bird life.
The Bird club will open up the restricted area and accompany nature loving groups on walks through the reserve.
Broadway R44
Strand
Tel: 27 (0) 21 852 3883
Sun International's Inner City Casino and entertainment world.
- Hiking Trails
- Quad Bikes
- Team Building
- Kiddies Birthday Parties
- Strawberry Picking (In Season)
- Tea Garden
- Picnic and BBQ
- 4x4 Route
Tel: 27 (0) 21 855 4308
Fynbos heaven. The Helderberg Reserve is a fabulous opportunity to see South African Fynbos at its best. Guided hikes through the reserve are regularly organised. Open air concerts are held during the balmy summer months. Check the website for details.
HORSE RACING
- Durbanville Race Course offers weekly horse racing.
Bowlers Way
Durbanville
Tel: 021 - 975 2524 / Fax: 021 - 976 8191
- Kenilworth Race Course
Gate 7 Rosmead Avenue
Kenilworth
Tel: 021 - 700 1600 / Fax: 021 - 762 1919
60 Hectares covering the SE slopes of Table Mountain dedicated to indigenous flora. Open air concerts and recitals on Sundays, breakfasts and teas .
Part of the UN Organisation (UNESCO'S) declared biosphere, regarded as the heart of the Cape Floral Kingdom.
Entertainment and education for the whole family. Monkey Town Primate Sanctuary is a privately owned sanctuary and your visit means a lot to the primate friends.
Monkey Town is situated 40 km outside Cape Town and 3km outside Somerset West on N2 to Caledon.
Tel: 27 (0) 21 858 1060
Nestling in a towering Eucalyptus forest the outdoor Paul Cluver Forest amphitheatre provides a unique natural venue for a variety of performances ranging from revues, classic and contemporary musical performances and theatre. The entire venue, from seating to stage, has been created from timber felled on the farm.
Training provided with this professional outfit. Situated between Stellenbosch and Somerset West spend a fabulous fun filled day with friends and family.
Tel: 27 (0) 84 874 8730
Just 12 kms from Cape Town, this world heritage site is not to be missed. Take a ferry ride from the V & A Waterfront to Robben Island for and informative and funfilled day.
Off-shore big game fishing charters, inshore, rock and surf. Contact South Sea Safaris for your fishing adventure.
Tel: 27 (0) 83 453 2808
Paintball is great for team builds, birthday parties, Bachelor parties and any other excuse to shoot your mates till they're full of bruises. Bring the whole family and all your friends for a fun-filled experience you won't forget!
Located on the Old Sir Lowry's Pass road.
Tel: 27 (0) 82 43 11 081
Magical views, winding walkways, inquisitive rock rabbits and masses of indigenous flora. An unequalled cable car ride!
World class shopping and entertainment centre just minutes from Pelican Place. Shops, restuarants, post office, tourist information and more.
A vibrant fusion of shopping, entertainment and nightlife. See the website for details.
Beautiful shopping centre on our doorstep with interesting stores restaurants and home to the BARNYARD THEATRE. Definitely worth a visit.
WINE ROUTES
Constantia is the birthplace of the wine farming industry in South Africa.
Visit 9 of the most unique wine estates in the beautiful Durbanville Winelands right here on our doorstep.
Franschhoek Valley is known as one of the premier destinations in the World of Wine comprising 30 wine farms including some of South Africa's most respected names.
Not far from the southernmost tip of the vast African continent, amidst the villages of the Boland, sprawl the vineyards of the Helderberg Wine Route, guarded by the majestic mountain from which they take their name.
One of the most established wine routes in the province.
Representing more than 300 wine and grape producers within the boundaries of the Stellenbosch Wine of Origin classification.
Meander through the scenic Swartland Wine Route; savour some of the finest wines, meet hospitable friendly people, revel, spellbound in the wonder of its natural beauty.
World of Birds is the largest bird park in Africa and one of the few large bird parks in the world. Over 3 000 birds (and small animals) of 400 different species are uniquely presented in more than 100 spacious landscaped walk through aviaries, allowing you the most intimate closeness with nature.
World of Birds is located in Hout Bay.
Tel: 27 (0) 21 790 2730 |
