Things to do in George and surrounds this summer
Visit George, Wilderness and Uniondale, set in the very centre of the majestic Garden Route, surrounded by ocean, mountain, forest and farmlands.
We’ve scoured the area to uncover its hidden gems and fascinating history. Be inspired by our ultimate adrenaline adventures and fabulous family fun days out. Get ready for your best holiday ever!
1. ADVENTURE
4 x 4
M’Kama 4×4 Route, Prince Alfred Pass route
Canoeing / Kayaking
Eden Adventures | Explore Eden | Kaaimans Adventures
Helicopter Flights
Savannah Helicopters
Hiking / Walks
Tours: Explore Eden | Honeybee Outeniqua Tours | Kaaimans Adventures
Locations George: George Dam | Outeniqua Nature Reserve | Saasveld | Witfontein
Locations Wilderness: Garden Route National Park | Woodville Big Tree
Locations Uniondale: M’kama | Kammanassie Nature Reserve | Toorwaterpoort | Burchees Trail
Horse Riding
Black Horse Trails | Garden Route Horse Trails | Perdepoort Horse Trails | Wild X Adventures
Kloofing / Canyoning / Abseiling
Canyon Adventures | Eden Adventures | Explore Eden | Fearless Adventures | Kaaimans Adventures | Paradise Adventures
MTB
Tours: Paradise Adventures | Wilderness Mountain Bike Hire
Locations: Various: www.georgetrails.org.za
Paragliding / Hang Gliding / Microlight
Cloudbase Paragliding | Dolphin Paragliding | Flytime Paragliding | Wild2Fly | The Flying Club
Quad Biking
Quad Garden Route | Wild X Adventures
River / Lake Cruise
Wilderness River Safaris
Rock Climbing
Fearless Adventures | Paradise Adventures
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Fearless Adventures
2. ART & GALLERIES
George: 21 on Montagu, Cape Palette Art & Picture Framing, Crouse Art, DJG Art School, Phumlani’s Art Gallery, René Scribante Loft Studio
Wilderness: Art by Rosanna, Cabesa Gallery, Irma Art Studio, Karen Muir, Moments on Glass, Peter Pharoah, The le Roux Gallery, Wilderness Art Meander
Uniondale: Blue Chicken, Kannabos Gallery- Cacti & Succulent Nursery, Langkloof Gallery and Sculpture Garden
3. BIRD WATCHING
Kaaimans Adventures | Wilderness Birdwatching Tours
4. CULTURE & HERITAGE
George: Dine with a Local | Pacaltsdorp Historical Walk | George Museum | Transnet Transport Museum
5. FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT
George: Elevate Trampoline Park & Go Cart Track, Garden Route Birds of Prey Rehabilitation
Centre, Garden Route Paintball Games, George Wildlife and Animal Park, Happy Valley, Outeniqua Power Van, Redberry Farm, Ster Kinekor, Garden Route Botanical Gardens, Oakhurst Insurance George Arts Theatre, Timberlake Village
Wilderness: Acrobranch
Uniondale: African Aloe Café (retro bicycle hire), Uniondale Bowling Club, Uniondale Tuk Tuk tour
6. GOLF
George: Fancourt, George Golf Club, Glenwood Short Golf Course, Kingswood Golf Estate, Oubaai Hotel Golf & Spa, The Links, Three Chameleons – Mini Golf
Uniondale: Uniondale Golf Club
7. MARKETS
Saturdays: Outeniqua Family Market (George)
Sundays: Sunday Funday Market, Milkwood Village (Wilderness)
Festive Season Boerevintage Gift Market, Ekliefkrismis Pop-Up Christmas Market (George)
8. SPA / HEALTH & WELLNESS
George: Fancourt Spa, Freesia Spa, Sanguine Spa & College, Sierra Massage Lounge
Wilderness: Mandara Spa
9. SCENIC DRIVES
George: George to Grootbrak via R102, Montagu Pass, Outeniqua Pass
Wilderness: Hoekwil Hoopla Route, Hoekwil Pass, Kaaimans River Pass, Lakes Loop
Uniondale: Baviaanskloof, De Hoop Road, Jonckrus / De Vlug, Kam Dam, Kammanassie, Route 62, Uniondale to De Vlugt, Uniondale To Avontuur, Warmbad / Barandas Ride
10. TASTINGS / PAIRINGS / COOKING LESSONS
George: Francois Ferreira Academy, Herold Wines, Hog and Filly, Houtbosch Wines and Craft Beer, Kitchen Queen Food Studio
Wilderness: Caroline’s Chocolate Haven, Pause Coffee Roastery
11. VIEW POINT
George: Outeniqua Pass
Wilderness: Dolphin’s Point. Map of Africa, The Boardwalk on 6th Ave
12. RIVER / DAM / LAKE
Flat Rock, George Dam, Island Lake Holiday Resort, Kaaimans River, the Serpentine, Touw River
13. RESTAURANTS
Taste wines from the Outeniqua Mountains. Dine at a selection of bistros and stylish fine-dining restaurants. Savour contemporary South African cuisine, fresh seafood and premier local produce.
Visit www.visitgeorge.co.za for more info.