Winter in Gansbaai? Yes Please!
Gansbaai is the place to be this winter! Deviate from your regular winter hibernation pattern and embrace the quiet season with a full-on family getaway or a well-deserved mid-week escape. About two hours from Cape Town International, it’s all happening here in July and August… southern right whales, sensational sunsets and super-sized specials!
Whale Season Has Arrived
It’s that time of year again! The whales are back from Antarctica, and being part of the Cape Whale Coast, the Gansbaai coastline is one of the best places on Earth to see them. Bring your binoculars and bundle up warm because you can watch them from the cliffs in De Kelders or hop on a boat for a different view.
You’ll hear them blow, see them breach, and maybe even catch a playful calf mimicking mom’s antics. There’s no cuter sight!
School Holidays Sorted
Gansbaai is the kind of place where kids can run wild and parents can finally relax… a little. There’s loads to do, and even more reasons to take a few days off for some real family time.
Swing by the tourism office at The Great White Junction and chat with Patricia and the crew at Gansbaai Tourism to find out what the holidays have in store. From penguin sanctuary visits and lighthouse climbs to horse rides and nature walks, they’ll fill you in on what’s happening and where to go.
Then there’s the planned holiday activities calendar. There are treasure hunts, movie days, puppet shows, and even a family Olympics event. No one’s getting bored this winter!
Romance or Adventure? Why Not Both!
Couples, this one’s for you. Sleep in. Walk the beach. Sip wine. Then cosy up next to a crackling fire.
Or turn it up a notch. Try shark cage diving, fatbiking, parkrunning, or hiking… whatever you need to blow your hair back.
Remember… love and laughter, happily ever after.
Whale-Sized Winter Specials
If you love a good deal (and who doesn’t?), Gansbaai has something that will stretch your holiday budget.
Local businesses have pulled out all the stops with generous off-season specials.
Cosy cottages with wood-fired outdoor tubs and guesthouses that serve hearty breakfasts are offering discounted stays (think 30% off and three for two specials). Restaurants are hosting winter warmers that include beer-tasting evenings and paint-and-sip afternoons. There are even discounts on experiences such as shark cage diving, ocean safaris and art sessions.
In the spirit of community, a few business owners teamed up to create bundled packages. Among them, a two-person deal includes accommodation, wine tasting and dinner.
Stay Up-to-Date and Start Planning
Whether you’re after fresh air and adventure or just a break that doesn’t cost the earth, Gansbaai is ready to welcome you this winter.
Take a peek at some of the amazing specials and exciting activities here.
Follow Gansbaai Tourism on Facebook for the latest on events, pop-ups, and last-minute specials. https://www.facebook.com/GansbaaiTourism
