Bergrivier Blog
Exciting updates about everything Bergrivier!

The rise of family adventure holidays –and 5 reasons why your family should go on one in the west coast
“The family that adventures together, thrives together” Family adventure holidays have become a hugely popular option for South African families who are increasingly choosing fun and memorable experiences and excursions

Loadshedding free getaways to ESCAPE TO this spring
Loadshedding remains our constant companion in South Africa. But how about getting away from it all and enjoying a break where you are not worried about the latest loadshedding schedule,

TOP SPOTS – Escape the city for the annual West Coast flower spectacle
The annual early Spring spectacle that sees a riot of colorful indigenous flowers carpet the landscape along the Cape West Coast and inland is an event not to miss! For

Reasons why hiking is a top hobby – and 7 top spots to take a hike
Hiking is a favourite pastime for many people for a variety of reasons, and its popularity has been steadily growing over the years. Here are a few reasons why hiking

Getting High on Life – Why your next getaway should be in the mountains, and where to go
Many people think about the beach when they plan a holiday, with mountains often being underrated as a destination. However, there are a multitude of compelling reasons why you should

Paddle Paradise – 7 Reasons Why you should Take Up Kayaking or Canoeing & Top Spots to enjoy your New Hobby
People of all ages and from all walks of life are becoming kayaking and canoeing converts for a number of reasons. It’s an outdoor adventure that gives you the chance

Top Tips For Where To Go Bird-Watching In The Bergrivier Region
Bird-watching is a healthy, happy hobby that has more and more South Africans of all ages calling themselves “Twitchers”. Experienced bird-watching enthusiasts know that this pastime is something to twitter

The Mountain Biking Mecca on Cape Town’s Doorstep
Mountain biking has become one of the most popular activities around. Not surprising when you consider the beautiful South African landscapes and scenery that mountain bike enthusiasts traverse – and

Memorable Markets: Top Country Markets to visit this year
2023 is already in full swing, and many of us may have set a New Year’s Resolution to get out and about more this year – to travel, make memories

SA’s Top Holiday Hotspots to visit this December
The December holidays are around the corner and many South Africans are planning where they will stay, and play, this year for their annual getaway.
The Bergrivier region, and the beautiful towns situated within it – which are right on Cape Town’s doorstep – offers something for everyone this December

The Edge of the Wild
The Groot Winterhoek range above Porterville must surely rate as one of South Africa’s most under-utilised mountain biking destinations. This is about to change with the local Berg Rivier Tourism

Annual Velddriff Swim- Fun for the Whole Family
Annual Velddriff Swim- Fun for the Whole Family

Weekend Long Art & Lifestyle Festival – Proudly Porterville
The fifth annual Proudly Porterville art and lifestyle weekend is set to take place from Friday 30 September to Sunday the 2rd of October. Proudly Porterville offers visitors with the

Why the Small Western Cape Town of Aurora is a Must Visit this Spring
Just inland from the West Coast town of Velddrif, along a stretch of beautiful country road, lies the picturesque town of Aurora, nestled at the foot of the Piketberg Mountains,

Spring into a road trip:
Top spots to experience the annual flower spectacle
“What a lonely place it would be to have a world without a wildflower!” Roland R. Kemler A riot of colorful indigenous blooms carpet the landscape every year along the

5 Reasons why you should try Watersports – and where to go to find a Unique Aqua Adventure
Watersports are a hugely popular pastime for many South Africans who make the most of our warm climate to get out there, have fun, make memories, and get wild and