De Zeekoe is only a 10 min drive from Oudtshoorn and perfectly based to explore the scenic attractions of the Klein Karoo as well as the natural beauty of the nearby Garden Route.

Situated right across the road from us is Safari Ostrich farm www.safariostrich.co.za, for a full ostrich tour and ride, if you dare!

30 mins drive from us is the very famous Cango Caves www.cangocaves.co.za, with its limestone caves.

The wildlife ranch and cheetah sanctuary is only a 10 min drive from us [www.cango.co.za] for encounters with white tigers and cheetahs.

One of the world's most spectacular passes, the Swartberg Pass [www.capenature.co.za] which takes you over to the ever so charming Prins Albert.

Drive through Meiringspoort, the origin of the mother geranium. [www.minwater.co.za and www.gouritz.com].

The more adventurous at heart can do a day trip into the remote and rugged Gamkaskloof Valley, otherwise known as 'Die Hell'. [www.karoo4x4safari.co.za].

Quad bike trails to waterfalls and abseiling. [www.swartbergadventures.co.za]

Balloon drifters [www.balloondrifters.co.za]

In Oudtshoorn Main Road, Baron van Reede is rich with old historic buildings, arts, graft shops and restaurants.

We are situated n one of the longest wine routes, R62. Visit Grundheim Wine Cellar or take a drive to Calitzdorp (30min drive) that is the port capital of South Africa [www.boplaas.com].

The Oudtshoorn Golf Course is a 18 hole with beautiful tree parklands. No handicap certificate required. Clubhouse and bar facilities available.

Known for it's first-rate golf course, Fancourt, [www.fancourt.co.za], George is only a short 45min drive over the Outeniqua mountains, Knysna (2 hours drive) and Plettenberg Bay ( 2 hours 45 min), offer many opportunities for forest walks, elephant parks, whale watching and seaside adventures.