Explore Swartberg Pass, savor olive tasting, and enjoy a scenic lunch. Capture breathtaking views and discover the Klein Karoo’s hidden gems.
- Swartberg Pass - Depart from your accommodation in Oudtshoorn (after a brief introduction of the Klein Karoo) towards the Swartberg Mountain Pass. Encounter the changes in landscape, fauna and climate. Encounter the majestic rock formations of this UNESCO World Heritage site. Photograph the craftsmanship of the road builders, with breathtaking views of the north and the south! We will travers over a 1500m high mountain, with possible sightings of some rare Klipspringer antelope!
- Prince Albert - Lunch stop in the small Karoo town of Prince Albert. Old world charm meet modern efficiency. Hear about this town history and the connection to the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. View the artistic impact of sculpturers and painters transforming the Old Colonial houses to brightly coloured guest accommodation and art studios.
- Meiringspoort Waterfall - WE enter the gorge of the Swartberg Mountain range and follow it from north to south. This was the original gateway between the inland Great karoo and the Ocean for trading with the passing ships. We stop in the gorge and walk the 300 meters to a cascading waterfall and rock pool. The brave of heart can have a swim and learn about the mermaid living in this pool!
- De Rustica Olive Estate - Enjoy an olive farm experience and olive oil tasting at an International Award winning Olive estate. Taste the difference between various olive cultivars and the use of each oil. See the process from olive fruit to delicious oil and the people that make this happen! Products also available if you want to buy!!
- Oudtshoorn - We will be following a circular route and have stop and exit points along the route for photography, leg stretch and bathroom breaks! About 3 hours of flowers, nature and changing landscape will indulge your senses
- Bottled water
- English tour guide
- Lunch
- Tips and Gratuities
Depart from your accommodation in Oudtshoorn (after a brief introduction of the Klein Karoo) towards the Swartberg Mountain Pass. Encounter the changes in landscape, fauna and climate. Encounter the majestic rock formations of this Uniseco World Heritage site. Photograph the craftsmanship of the road builders, with breathtaking views of the north and the south!
After lunch in Prince Albert we depart and do a quick stop at the waterfall in Meiringspoort. Thereafter we visit the award winning olive farm in De Rust.
Let your senses experience the smells and tastes of this award winning olive oil and olives.
- We can accommodate dietary restrictions such as vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, etc. If you have any dietary requirements, please indicate it to the special requirements at the time of booking!
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
