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Destination Garden Route Marketing the Garden Route, South Africa as a tourism and lifestyle destination. Then please get in touch! You're welcome!
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Our mission is to invite visitors to come, stay longer, return or even settle in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo. We do this through travel trade representation and online / social media marketing. Sustainability is important, as is care for the planet and individuals who live on it. Are you based in the Garden Route and Klein Karoo, offer accommodation, activities, events or experiences to visit

ors and need help spreading the word? Are you an outbound operator and want to stay updated on what's new, different, hip and happening in our region? info @ destinationgardenroute.co.za or messenger right here on facebook.

The iconic Knysna elephant....
29/10/2024

The iconic Knysna elephant....

Wandering the depths of the Garden Route National Park, the only known survivor of the historic and iconic Knysna forest elephant herd, Strangefoot, faces an uncertain future. Conservationists and locals wrestle with the question: Should we intervene or let nature take its course?

Which one is your favorite?
26/10/2024

Which one is your favorite?

6 Charming Small Towns on the Garden Route. 1. Gouritsmond (Gouritz) 2. Witsand 3. Stilbaai 4. Albertinia 5. Riversdale 6. Heidelberg

May many more follow, so those with less mobility can also more easily access our beautiful beaches ⛱️
19/10/2024

May many more follow, so those with less mobility can also more easily access our beautiful beaches ⛱️

24/09/2024

Happy Heritage Day!

Genuine question to both South Africans as well as visitors: tell us where you're from, what Heritage Day means to you and how you experience it?

Jaah, go and explore!
11/09/2024

Jaah, go and explore!

Small Town Spotlight: Albertinia.

You've still got an hour to get to the bridge to watch Jenny!
31/08/2024

You've still got an hour to get to the bridge to watch Jenny!

STEAM TRAIN - On Saturday, 31 August 2024, the Atlantic Rail Steam Train named Jenny, will travel from Hartenbos to Albertinia and back on a fully booked trip.

This historical tour has been sold out in a matter of a few hours since tickets went on sale on 1 July 2024.

The steam train will pass over the Gouritz Bridge and will this also be the ideal moment to photograph the trains journey. It is expected that Jenny will travel over the Gouritz Bridge between 10h00 and 11h00 and again between 13h00 and 14h00.

Hessequa Tourism invites local residents and visitors to come out in numbers and photograph this memorable moment.

Photo Credit: Atlantic Rail

Garden Route & Klein Karoo Tourism l Ivan Meyer l Rove South Africa l Love South Africa l Suid-Kaap FORUM l Hessequa Municipality l Bon Game l Aloe Ferox l Aloe Motors Albertinia l Garden Route Game Lodge l Wesgro

Wonders of nature! A big 'boom' was heard as far as Plettenberg Bay and Knysna, when a meteorite crashed through the so...
25/08/2024

Wonders of nature!

A big 'boom' was heard as far as Plettenberg Bay and Knysna, when a meteorite crashed through the sound barrier and into the ocean off the coast of St. Francis Bay in the Eastern Cape earlier today.

St. Francis is often on our guests' itineraries en-route between the Garden Route and one of the game reserves in the Eastern Cape.

https://stfrancischronicle.com/2024/08/25/meteorite-crashes-into-the-sea-near-oyster-bay-this-morning/

St Francis area residents in the Eastern Cape were startled by the sound a of a massive bang, like an explosion of sorts, that was heard as far as Plett and Knysna this morning. Video on local soci…

Memories of a bygone era. Thank you for all you and your family have done for Knysna, the Garden Route and the whole na...
21/08/2024

Memories of a bygone era. Thank you for all you and your family have done for Knysna, the Garden Route and the whole nation as a matter of fact.

Condolences to his family.

William Smith, TV math and science teacher, and former owner of Knysna's Featherbed Nature Reserve, honoured with National Order.

Save the dates!
19/08/2024

Save the dates!

2025 KNYSNA OYSTER FESTIVAL DATES ANNOUNCED

The festival steering committee has announced the dates for the 2025 Knysna Oyster Festival which will take place from 4 – 13 July 2025. The Knysna Forest Marathon will be on the first weekend (4 & 5 July), and the Knysna Cycle Tour on the second (11-13 July).

Read more here: https://www.knysnaoysterfestival.co.za/news/2025-knysna-oyster-festival-dates-announced/



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Garden Route National Park - like most National Parks in South Africa - offers free access and discounted activities for...
19/08/2024

Garden Route National Park - like most National Parks in South Africa - offers free access and discounted activities for South African citizens during South African National Parks Week 2024, taking place from September 9. Learn more here:

Garden Route National Park offers free access and discounted activities during South African National Parks Week 2024. Learn more here.

01/07/2024

The sound of waves crashing deep below, gannets taking flight, a few seals and the odd dolphin playing in the surf.

To be alone with your thoughts: reminiscing about the past and dreaming about the future. That's what beautiful St. Blaize's Trail does, so good for the soul!

27/06/2024

Registration for the 11th International Adventure Conference 2024 is now open! Hosted by the Adventure Tourism Research Association (ATRA), this event will run from 9-11 September in Knysna, South Africa.

This is the first time it will be hosted on the African continent, providing a platform for professionals to meet and deliberate on issues related to the adventure tourism sectors.

Register at: www.IAC2024.co.za

For details on sponsorship or exhibition opportunities contact: [email protected]

A blast from the past, or - hopefully - a taste of what is yet to come?
19/06/2024

A blast from the past, or - hopefully - a taste of what is yet to come?

Come and make history with us!

Join us for a fun-filled day and travel to Albertinia by steam train.
Our two steam locomotives for the day Jenny & Bailey will pull our train over this scenic route while crossing the mighty Gouritz River Bridge.
After a relaxing picnic on the lawns in Albertinia depart for your return journey to Hartenbos.

Ticket sales for this trip will open on 1 July 2024 on our website! Be sure to book early to avoid disappointment!

[email protected] | https://bit.ly/3P40Ewl | 087 806 4200 (office hours only) | | | | |

Why Small Town South Africa living is so special 😍!
14/06/2024

Why Small Town South Africa living is so special 😍!

Ever dreamt of opening a restaurant in a dorp? Ever wondered why you waited so long for your food at a platteland eatery? Read on.

09/11/2023

When visiting Destination Garden Route most people also incorporate Cape Town in their itinerary. This must be one of the most stunning evenings one can plan there.

Take your picnic basket, get there in time and hope for little or no clouds. It is just wow!

Apricot and hanepoot picking, and celebrating summer. That is what this is all about!
31/10/2023

Apricot and hanepoot picking, and celebrating summer. That is what this is all about!

*SAVE THE DATE*

We are excited to share the De Krans Summer fruit picking dates with you. Join us from 18 November to 3 December 2023 for our annual picking of apricots, and from 3 February to 3 March for our popular hanepoot picking. We will also be hosting the very first Hanepoot Trail Run on 10 February in collaboration with Jakhals Events (tickets available from their website). More information regarding prices per kilo and picking times will be confirmed closer to the time. Please note that the fruit picking is always subject to change due to weather conditions and availability. Please check our social media platforms or phone the farm at 044 2133 314 for updated information closer to the time.

We look forward to welcome you together with your friends and family to the farm.

Congrats to Pezula Nature Retreat!
18/10/2023

Congrats to Pezula Nature Retreat!

Garden Route winner among World Travel Awards 2023.

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The sound of waves crashing deep below, gannets taking flight, a few seals, dassies and the odd dolphin playing in the surf. To be alone with your thoughts: reminiscing about the past and dreaming about the future. That's what beautiful St. Blaize's Trail does, so good for the soul! #Mosselbay #GardenRoute #GardenRouteSouthAfrica #hiking #GardenRouteExpert #SouthAfrica

#SouthAfrica #vakantiebeurs

Trevor Noah beantwoordt herkenbare vragen;)! Vanaf vandaag kun je de komende 4 dagen ook al je vragen aan ons stellen, op de @Vakantiebeurs, Hal 7, in het Zuid Afrika Paviljoen. Zie je daar?

Ook wij krijgen vaak interessante vragen, net als Trevor Noah... Je kunt ons van 11 - 14 januari op de Vakantiebeurs vinden in het Zuid Afrika paviljoen in Hal 7. Zodat wij ook al je vragen kunnen beantwoorden! Zien we je daar?

See you at the Vakantiebeurs in Utrecht, The Netherlands next week? It is at the South Africa Pavilion that you'll find me!

Wishing all our Muslim friends, colleagues, previous and future guests a blessed Holy Month of Ramadan!

And there the first riders of the Karoo to Coast appear from under the bridge underneath the N2 into Knysna for their last stretch to the finishline! The dotted chicken was there too...

Segway Tours Knysna
Segway Tours Knysna

Before going on a scenic tour along the Knysna Lagoon training on how to use the segway is essential. Age and weight restrictions do apply, but guide and owner @John Innes makes sure everybody is confident on the Segway Knysna before taking you out on the 1-hour tour.

OCC - Outeniqua Wheelchair Challenge took place in George earlier today. More than 1,000 athletes from all over the country as well as from neighboring countries participated in this annual event, which started in 2002 with only 27 participants. How a small event can grow into something extraordinary over time with substantial impact on the local economy. George Airport George Municipality George Herald Halfway Toyota George Western Cape Government Department of Arts and Culture Eden District Municipality Wesgro

#MissUniverse2017 Demi-Leigh addresses crowd at homecoming celebrations in hometown #Sedgefield.
#MissUniverse2017 Demi-Leigh addresses crowd at homecoming celebrations in hometown #Sedgefield.

Demi-Leigh Nel-Peters' homecoming celebration in her hometown #Sedgefield earlier today. #MissUniverse2017, an icon and personification of the beauty of Destination Garden Route.

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DESTINATION GARDEN ROUTE is a tourism marketing company, connecting tourism establishments and individuals with the travel trade and visitors, with a strong focus on the Garden Route, South Africa.

We connect people.

The multi-level marketing approach incorporates assisting (tourism) businesses based on the Garden Route to increase their online presence and educate their peers, stakeholders and (current and future) guests about their offerings in the area through representation at workshops and trade shows, building on online social media management and email marketing.

We assist individual visitors as well as tour operators putting itineraries together which work, based on available budget and interests. Our aim is always to share our Garden Route in its unique and personal way. We like to show you the more intimate establishments (max. 25 rooms), the ‘hidden gems’ and showcase the many entrepreneurs operating on the Garden Route. Immerse in everyday life, get to know the locals, change forever.