# 1 Groeneweide Guided Day Hike - George
Tour Information for 2004	One of the best ways to discover the Garden Route mountains and unspoilt forests is on foot.   Last Update: 6 April 2004
Home South African Information Western Cape Information About US Climate and Geology Flora Fauna Day Hike Information Other Information Maps E-mail Free Educational 24 April 2004 - Please make booking asap.           THIS SERVICE WILL START OPERATION FROM THE 1 ST OF JUNE 2004 Welcome to George South Africa. One of the best ways to discover the Garden Route mountains and unspoilt forests is on foot. Hikes at Groeneweide range from short trails, ideal for families groups to long hikes. Hiking trails vary in length, but are normally from two to six hours, although shorter alternatives are usually available on the long routes. The trail is situated in the Groenkop Indigenous Forest near George South Africa. The ultimate outdoor experience is a guided wilderness hike. These hikes are led by experienced guides who know a great deal about the ways of the wild and are most willing to share their knowledge. There is nothing competitive about these hikes and they are designed to stimulate the mind, body and the eye, provide enjoyment and companionship. The tour guide choice of route depends to a large extent on the interests and general level of fitness of the people he/she is leading. If you have any questions please e-mail me. [email protected]. GARDEN ROUTE INFORMATION Between Mossel Bay and Storms River, the Garden Route runs parallel to a coastline which features lakes, mountains, golden beaches, cliffs and dense indigenous forests. From sources high in the Outeniqua and Tsitsikamma Mountains, amber-coloured rivers plunge into an ocean of mercurial moods. On this enchanting stretch of coast, holiday resorts from the simple to the luxurious cater for fitness fanatics as well as the unashamedly indolent. Secluded coves such as Herolds Bay and Victoria Bay, and the long beaches of Wilderness, Sedgefield and Buffels Bay attract those who enjoy sun, sea and a laid back holiday agenda. Scheduled flights link George (principal town of the Garden Route) with all the major centers in the country. Surrounded by indigenous forests, the delightful town of George nestles on a coastal plateau at the foot of one of the highest peaks in the Outeniqua mountain range. Knysna has fabulous sea and mountain views and a tranquil lagoon - one of the finest sailing, cruising, swimming and fishing spots in the country. Connoisseurs claim that Knysna oysters are the most succulent in the world. In addition to golden beaches, Plettenberg Bay features trendy boutiques, affluent holiday homes and jet set hotels. Hikers follow meandering trails through the Garden Route; the rain forests invite long, leisurely drives, while the lakes and rivers lend themselves to swimming, boating and fishing. Capital of the Little Karoo, Oudtshoorn is easily reached over the streamlined Outeniqua Pass. In contrast the the lush greenery of the coast, the Little Karoo is a semiarid valley which provides the ideal habitat for ostriches. 'Feather Palaces', built at the turn of the century, are reminders of an opulent era when feathers fetched more than their weight in gold. George Scenically situated on a coastal plateau at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. The George Museum, housed in the old drostdy, includes a splendid collection of Victorian bric-a-brac. Steam enthusiasts should not miss a ride on the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe, one of the few remaining steam trains in the country. It runs between George and Knysna. Two scenic passes, the Outeniqua and Montagu, link George to the interior. George floral route The Cape Floral Kingdom spreads its rich finery throughout the George region, encompassing two vegetation types: Fynbos and Afromontane forest. A short journey across the Outeniqua mountains opens up yet another floral wonderland: the semi-arid succulent Karoo.  The whole Garden Route is a natural garden that is part of the Cape Floral Kingdom, which is the world’s smallest but richest plant kingdom, boasting some 8 500 species of which 68% occur only in South Africa. The Garden Route offers a great diversity of vegetation types as well as several special plants of its own. George town history The town was established in about 1810 as a woodcutter’s outpost which supplied timber to the Cape Colony. You can still relive this flourishing timber industry at the George Museum, housed in the old Drosdy, and visit the timber route which also takes in interesting furniture shops like Touw Meubels, Woodcraft and De Steyl. GRH Tours PO BOX 186 Knysna 6570  South Africa Tel: +27-044-8744213 Cell: +27-0829573561

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