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TSITSIKAMMAJOUBERTINA, KAREEDOUW, KRAKEELRIVIER,

LANGKLOOF, STORMS RIVER

The 7th Wonder of our world

& THE LANGKLOOF

Tsitsikamma is a Khoi word meaning “place of abundant or sparkling water”. The area is covered in large tracts of indigenous forest and fynbos. Deep river gorges cleft the plateau as they make their way down to the sea, creating spectacular waterfalls and deep kloofs.

Indulge in Tsitsikamma’s unparalleled pleasures - visit the National Park with it’s abundance of birds & wildlife, watch whales & dolphins along the rugged untouched coastline or explore the Khoisan rock art and many walking and hiking trails. Take a treetop canopy tour - spread your wings and glide like a bird from tree to tree! Adrenalin junkies can enjoy white water tubing, or a 7 second free fall from the World’s Highest Commercial Bungee Jump! Take a walk on the wild side in the indigenous Tsitsikamma forest - home to the giant Outeniqua Yellowwood or simply relax & unwind in a completely serene wonderland of forest, mountain & sea.

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INTRODUCTION 1

TOWNSINTHETSITSIKAMMAAREA 2

MAPS 3

THINGSTODO 5

PLACESTOSEE 8

PLACESTOSTAY 9

USEFULINFORMATION 10

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J O U B E R T I N AEstablished in 1907 on a piece of farmland, Joubertina is the main town of the old Langkloof farm. The first building in Joubertina was the Dutch Reformed Church in 1911, which still stands today. The area is also home to early Bushman paintings and the famous Kouga Mummy, the only mummy ever found in the southern hemisphere. Other than the historical significance, Joubertina has 30-odd mountain bike and hiking trails. The experienced mountain climber will enjoy Formosa Peak.

K A R E E D O U WKareedouw is named after a tree with the name Karee. Meaning Karee Dew. Kareedouw is the operational centre for the municipality, and Joubertina is the business centre for the agricultural industry.

K R A K E E L R I V I E RThe name is a Dutch word for fighting, and is an imitation of the noise that the water makes at this point where the two rivers meet and flow strongly. Almost all the houses are situated on the banks of the Krakeel River. The river originates on the northern slopes of Formosa Peak (1 675m), which is the highest point of the Tsitsikamma Mountains, and flows into the Kouga River at Krakeel.

L A N G K L O O F ( R 6 2 )Better known as the Fruit Route, the Langkloof fruit region is the second largest deciduous fruit-producing area in South Africa.Its fertility is visible as most of the valley is lined with fruit orchards, with beautiful mountains and perennial streams as a backdrop. This used to be the home ground of Bushmen and Gonagua Hottentots, and today the ‘Apple Express’ runs through the valley, linking all the fruit-growing villages and towns.

S T O R M S R I V E RLocated just outside the National Park, this area has become a hot spot in South Africa for many tourists. The wildlife in this area can be described as nothing less than lush, green and rich. Activities include bungee jumping at the Bloukrans River Bridge, canopy tours, various exciting hiking trails and the Storms River Mouth Walks.

TsitsikammaInformationCentre,Tel:+27(0)422803561 Web:www.stormsriver.com

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T H E T S I T S I K A M M A A R E A

THINGSTODO

Amidst the tranquility there is still room for adventure. Tsitsikamma offers everything from hiking trails to quad-biking, 4x4 routes, canoeing, white water tubing, treetop canopy tours, bird watching and abseiling in the Kouga Mountains. A scenic helicopter flight from Storms River Bridge and a leap from the World’s Highest Commercial Bungy Jump is a definite must!

F O R E S T WA L K S

Through guided walks in the forest and fynbos, you will learn about fascinating forest dwellers and see elusive bird species, plants, trees, animals and insects.

Tel:+27(0)722991760

T H E O T T E R T R A I L

The Otter Trail is South Africa’s most popular multi-day trail. Starting at Storms River mouth and traversing 45km of coastline over 5 days, it ends in Nature’s Valley.

Tel:+27(0)422811607|Web:www.sanparks.org

T H E D O L P H I N T R A I L

The Dolphin Trail stretches over 2 days and 3 nights, offering hikers the luxury of upmarket overnight accommodation and meals, while being challenged by the rugged coastline of the Tsitsikamma along which they walk.

Tel:+27(0)422803699|Web:www.dolphintrail.co.za

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T S I T S I K A M M A T R A I L ( M T O )

This 2 to 6 day hiking trail offers a magical journey through forest, fynbos and many rivers in the spectacular Tsitsikamma Mountains. A hiking paradise awaits the adventurous.

Tel:+27(0)448744363|Web:www.mtoecotourism.co.za

B L O U K R A N S B U N G E E

Face your fears with a 7 second free fall from the 216m Bloukrans Bridge - the World’s Highest Commercial Bungee Jump! The more faint-hearted can go on a bridge walking tour, experience the thrill of walking on a catwalk 216m above the ground, and see the engineering feat of the Bloukrans Bridge up close.

Tel+27(0)422811458|Web:www.faceadrenalin.com

C A P R I T O U R S & H E L I C O P T E R S

Scenic flights of the Tsitsikamma and surrounding areas are offered.

Tel:+27(0)427499042|Web:www.caprihelicopters.co.za

P A I N T B A L L

Enjoy a game of tactics with friends and family in the great outdoors.

Tel+27(0)422803804|Web:www.tsitsikamma.net

T H E F L Y I N G F O X

Experience the thrill of a 200m slide from the centre arch of this magnificent bridge to the edge of the spectacular Bloukrans gorge.

Tel:+27(0)422811458|Web:www.faceadrenalin.com

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T H E S P I R I T O F T S I T S I K A M M A

Relax on an eco boat cruise up the Storms River gorge and in the river mouth.

Tel:+27(0)422811607|Web:www.sanparks.org

T S I T S I K A M M A C A N O P Y T O U R S( S T O R M S R I V E R A D V E N T U R E S )

A first in Africa, enjoy the unequaled beauty of the indigenous forest high up on ten treetop platforms. Gently glide along in a harness, on steel cables 30 meters above the forest floor. Birdlife is abundant, and your guides will explain the ecology of the lush primeval forest. Safety is paramount, and the system has been built to the highest civil engineering standards. Guides are fully-trained professionals.

Tel:+27(0)422811836|Web:www.stormsriver.comEmail:adventure@gardenroute.co.za

WA T E R F A L L Z I P L I N E T O U R

Experience two hours of adventure criss-crossing the river on a slide system (longest slide is 211m)

Tel:+27(0)422803770|Web:www.tsitsikammaadventure.co.za

W O O D C U T T E R S ’ J O U R N E Y

Enjoy a tractor-trailer ride down the old Storms River Pass, with a knowledgeable guide and refreshments served down next to the river.

Tel:+27(0)422811836|Web:www.stormsriver.com

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PLACESTOSEE

J O U B E R T I N A

THE KLOOF HOTEL AND THE HOTEL TAVERN The Kloof Hotel and the Hotel Tavern have great historical significance; the Hotel Tavern also has a display of over 1000 miniature car models.

DUTCH REFORMED CHURCHJoubertina’s church building dates from 1911 and is said to be Joubertina’s first building. The church is made of sandstone and it has a beautiful yellowwood interior that complements the building style.

S T O R M S R I V E R

THE PAUL SAUER BRIDGE over the Storms River was completed in 1954. The adjacent Tsitsikamma Petroport offers a restaurant, curio shop, petrol station and take-away outlet.

BLOUKRANS BRIDGE is the world’s largest single span bridge and is also home to the World’s Highest Commercial Bungy Jump. For the not so brave, shop for curios, take in the spectacular views or wander through the indigenous plant nursery.

TSITSIKAMMA NATIONAL PARKThis is a place where the booming breakers of the Indian Ocean relentlessly pound rocky shores, where temperate high forest and fynbos rolls down to the sea in an unspoilt verdant carpet and where ancient rivers carve their paths to the ocean down rocky ravines. Conserving nature since 1926.

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R 6 2 L A N G K L O O F

LouterwaterLandgoed, Tel: +27 (0) 42 272 1724/5R62Adventures,Tel: +27 (0) 83 471 6702

S T O R M S R I V E R

ArmaghCountryGuestLodge, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1512AttheWoodsGuestHouse, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1446BaviaanskloofMountainPassesTours,Tel: +27 (0) 49 839 1122Didge-DijembeBackpackersLodge, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1842ForestTours&GuidedHikes, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1836HelicopterFlights, Tel: +27 (0) 41 379 1190KougaBergKraal, Tel: +27 (0) 42 288 0251MarchHareCottage, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1419ProteaTsitsikammaVillage, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1711SerenityRetreat, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1530StormsRiverGuestLodge,Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1703StormsriverAdventuresandTeamBuilding, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1836TheDolphinTrail, Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3588TheFerneryLodge&Chalets, Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3588TsalanangTownshipB&B, Tel: +27 (0) 84 801 6274TsitsikammaCanopyTours, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1836TsitsikammaCottages, Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3804TsitsikammaFallsAdventures, Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3770TsitsikammaLodge, Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3802TsitsikammaNationalPark, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1607WitelsTeamBuilding&ConferenceComplex,Tel: +27 (0) 42 280 3770WoodcuttersJourney,Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1836

S T O R M S R I V E R V I L L A G E

ArmaghCountryGuestLodge, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1512MarchHareCottage, Tel: +27 (0) 42 281 1419

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USEFULINFORMATION

For contact details for food and groceries, vehicles, home services, liquor, medical practitioners, nurseries & garden services, pharmacy, professional, cleaning, legal services, photography, security, timber decks, housing, health and beauty call the local or international telephone directory.

Local telephone directory: 1023 International telephone directory: 10903

H A N D Y T R AV E L T I P S

• At the airport, get direction and information from marked information counters• Stay alert and keep an eye on your valuables and luggage at all times• Store your valuables and passport in the hotel safety deposit box• When you go sight-seeing, plan your route beforehand • Use registered and qualified tour guides. Contact tourism offices for a list of qualified tour guides• Look out for stray animals on the road• In the event of an accident, contact the police and emergency services immediately

I M P O R TA N T N U M B E R S

Ambulance: 10177Emergency: 10111Police Station Joubertina: +27 (0) 42 279 1600 Joubertina Municipality: +27 (0) 42 273 2431

D I S T A N C E T A B L E

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TsitsikammaInformationCentreTel: +27 (0) 42 280 3561

E-mail: info@stormsriver.com | Web: www.stormsriver.com

R62LamgkloofInformationTel: +27 (0) 83 471 6702

E-mail: info@langklooftourism.co.za | Web: www.langklooftourism.co.za

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