Enjoy the great outdoors this Tourism Month

Writer: Hedda Mittner.

With the arrival of spring and the Coronavirus pandemic well under control, the Overstrand is gearing up for the summer season, enticing both locals and visitors to venture into the great outdoors and enjoy the many natural splendours of our region. After being confined by the lockdown regulations for so long, there is no better time to celebrate our new freedom by embracing the many outdoor experiences and adventure activities on offer in our region during the upcoming Heritage Day long weekend and the school holidays.

Whether it’s ambling along our iconic Cliff Path, hiking in the fabulous Fernkloof Reserve, enjoying one of the mountain biking routes in our beautiful valley, trail running through one of our famous vineyards, kayaking in the New Harbour or on the Klein River Estuary, there is no excuse for remaining cooped up inside or complaining of boredom!

For adrenaline junkies, SA Forest Adventures offers a range of adventure activities that present a whole new way of experiencing the natural attractions of the Overstrand. How about a tree-top zipline tour that extends from the mountain, over a small waterfall between the poplar trees and canyon? You will glide from platform to platform high above the ground (8 m – 50 m) over the tree canopy, with only bird sounds echoing in the forest. This will certainly give you a view of our Hemel-en-Aarde valley that you’ve never seen before!

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