Walvis Monument in De Kelders |
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De Kelders kan voortaan met sy “eie” walvis spog, behalwe vir die vele wat op De Kelders se “voorstoep” in die see baljaar. Hierdie walvis lê rustig in sy kampie in De Kelders se parkie op die h/v Guthrie- en De Villiersstrate.
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Dangerpoint Half-marathon 31 December 2009 |
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The last marathon of the year takes place in the scenic Dangerpoint area with wonderful views over Walker Bay.
There is a choice of 3 runs - 21km (R40) ; 10km (R20) and then a 5km fun-run /walk - ideal for the children. (R15) All events start at the Gansbaai Laerskool field where there will be plenty of stalls and fun activities.
All entrants in the Half marathon receive a medal. Prizes and lucky draws!
Entry forms available from Gansbaai Tourism or OK Foods. Entries also on Wednesday 30th from 16h00-19h00 or on the 31st as from 05h00.
Come and join in the fun in Gansbaai on the last day of 2009!
Enquiries Mariaan Bothma 0832942191 or Gansbai Tourism 028 3842111
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Get away from the hustle and bustle of busy city life, let down your hair, kick off your shoes and come to Gansbaai. Get back to basics with warm friendly people to welcome and pamper you.
So what makes Gans Bay cool? Simply it's natural, rugged and unspoilt beauty.
From the spectacular cliffs of De Kelders to the miles of white sandy beaches of Pearly Beach, you will find one of the most unique and astonishing land-based whale watching spots in the word.
Or onwards to Dyer Island where the mysterious and graceful Great White Sharks have drawn visitors from across the globe, hence Gansbaai having become known as the Great White Shark capital of the world. In the same vicinity just off Shark Alley, you will find an abundance of seals, being the hot spot restaurant of the great whites, not to mention the Penguin colony of Dyer Island.
Back on land, numerous caves along the cliffs of De Kelders beckon the visitor to explore and discover ancient secret wonders - while never ending sandy beaches provide for long uplifting and soul-searching walks. Vrious trails can be followed on the mountain and in the hills to discover fynbos that is awesome (some 1500 species), views that are striking, rare plants yet to be discovered and space that is not yet a luxury. Ancient milkwood forests grace the surroundings and are home to many an unknown insect, rodent and plant species waiting to be admired.
"..this little town is able to offer some of the world's best boat- and shore-based whale watching and unquestionably the world's best white-shark diving. The sensational marine tourist attractions should not be the only things to lure you, however. Some of the Cape's best-conserved fynbos adorns the mountains in the area and numerous walks and trails criss-cross it. The lighthouse at Danger Point is open to tourists, and you can climb the stairs to the revolving light and peer out at the restless waters that cover the remains of the famous Birkenhead wreck. After a week spent wandering the streets of Gansbaai and its surroundings, we can comfortably say that this, truly, is the gem of the Overberg."
Cameron Ewart-Smith; Getaway Magazine March 2003
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Contact Details |
GANSBAAI TOURISM BUREAU
Gateway Centre
Kapokblom street
P.O. Box 399
Gansbaai
7220
Tel. : +27 (0) 28 3841439
Fax : +27 (0) 28 3840955
Email: info@gansbaaiinfo.com
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The gentle creatures of the sea |
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During May to December of each year, the Gansbaai coastline becomes the home of the Southern Right Whale.
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Seasonal Greetings From Gansbaai |
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From the Gansbaai Tourism Staff. We wish each and every one of you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. Enjoy the festive season and be safe. Excitement and joy are filling the air; the lights add special décor. We are shopping for Christmas gifts everywhere, but are gifts what Christmas is for? The wreaths and the trees and the parties. Aren't what we need to convey; it is the birth of our Savior, Jesus, the real reason for this holiday.
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