Things to Do in Gansbaai
When you are not relaxing at Whale Huys Oceanfront Eco Villa, there are plenty of things to do to keep you busy in the Overstrand area.
Beaches
The coastline from De Kelders to Pearly Beach offers a combination of long stretches of sandy beaches, hidden cliff pools, coves with picnic areas and a lagoon resort. If you enjoy ocean sports then there are opportunities for snorkelling, scuba diving, surfing, kayaking and fishing. Take a look at beaches and tidal pools, here.
Hiking
There is direct access to various beach and fynbos hiking trails that lead to secluded coves and ancient Khoisan caves waiting to be discovered along the cliff path, and beyond. Find hiking trails in the area, here.
MTB
The Overstrand is a paradise for mountain bikers! Explore trails and tracks that will take you from the beach dunes of Die Plaat to the rolling hills and vineyards inland. Start planning your MTB route, here.
Ocean Safaris
The Atlantic Ocean is home to the marine big five which includes whales, sharks, dolphins, seals and penguins. Whether you want to go whale watching or shark cage diving Whale Huys Oceanfront Eco Villa is just a short drive away from launch sites for boat-based whale watching and shark cage diving.
Golf
There is a beautiful 9-hole golf course, nestled between blankets of indigenous fynbos and the ocean in Kleinbaai which is just a ten-minute drive away. The course has a links-style layout with stunning sea views from most of the fairways. Prepare to tee off, here.
Restaurants
The is an abundance of restaurants in De Kelders, Gansbaai, Kleinbaai, Baardskeerderbos and Pearly Beach with menus to suit just about any tastebud. Look forward to dining on fresh seafood, traditional South African cuisine and favourites such as wood-fired pizza, burgers and steak. Find places to eat here.
Wine Tasting
The Overberg is known globally for its award-winning wines and you are spoiled for choice when it comes to boutique wine estates, breweries and distilleries. So regardless of whether you enjoy wine, craft beer, handcrafted gin or cream liquor, you can sip your way around the countryside from tasting venue to tasting venue, here.
Taxi Services
If you need a lift to and from the airport or want to be responsible when you go out for dinner or a wine tasting afternoon, feel free to call a taxi to shuttle you around. Find a ride, here.
