ABOUT GEORGE
George is set in the very centre of the spectacular Garden Route - surrounded by oceans, mountains, forests and farmlands – making it a sought-after holiday destination.
Situated in the Western Cape province of South Africa, ‘George’ goes far beyond the city CBD. It includes towns such as Wilderness and Uniondale, as well as many smaller hamlets like Herolds Bay, Victoria Bay, Hoekwil and beyond.
Its diverse landscapes - spanning from the semi-desert open plains and aloes in Uniondale, only a 1.5 hour drive from George and Wilderness’s majestic mountains and cool blue oceans - make it an outdoor paradise for all. The area boasts pristine beaches, premier golf courses, shopping, art, cultural and history experiences. There are also over 2,000km of mapped trails and plenty of adrenalin-fuelled adventures. Great gastronomic experiences for foodies, as well as wining and dining round off the fulfilling offerings.
With plenty to do and enjoy, as well as a comfortable winter climate, George is ideal for a longer stay while attending the African Conference on Physics 2023.
ROAD AND AIR CONNECTIVITY
The George Airport is a domestic terminal, with direct connectivity to Johannesburg and Cape Town. It is also Africa’s first airport to be solar powered. In February 2016, a 200m2 solar plant was launched at the airport, committed to clean energy generation and sustainability. It features cafes and kiosks for shopping, as well as a Bidvest Premier Lounge. There are several car hire options available.
The two main road routes from Cape Town to George are either the N2 or Route 62 via Oudtshoorn. Others prefer to take Route 62 up until Barrydale and then connect back onto the N2 for a faster drive. Both routes are spectacular, so you cannot go wrong! The N2 also connects George and Wilderness to neighbouring Garden Route towns, continuing all the way to Gqeberha (formerly Port Elizabeth). George is connected to Oudtshoorn via the N12, and Uniondale connects to George and Oudtshoorn via the N9, and via the R339 to Knysna.
DISCOVER THINGS TO DO
56 things you can do in the greater George area for a truly outstanding trip:
1. 4x4
2. Abseiling
3. Animal Parks and Rehabilitation Centres
4. Art Galleries and Routes
5. Beaches
6. Big Tree
7. Bike Park
8. Birdwatching
9. Boat Rides
10. Botanical Gardens and Guided Tours
11. Bubble Ball (children)
12. Bumper Boats (children)
13. Canoeing / Kayaking
14. Canyoning / Kloofing
15. Coffee and Chocolate Pairings
16. Craft Your Own Gin Class and Pairings
17. Culinary Cooking Classes
18. Dine with a Local
19. E-Bike Rides
20. Farm Stalls
21. Fishing
22. Game Drives (only for accommodation guests)
23. Go Cart Track
24. Golf Courses
25. Guided Cultural and Historical Tours
26. Helicopter Flips and Charters
27. Horseback Rides
28. Indoor Play Centres (children)
29. Learn to Surf
30. Local Guided Day Trips
31. Markets
32. Microlight Flights
33. Miniature Train Rides
34. Museums
35. Oyster Shucking, Show and Tell Experience
36. Paintball
37. Paragliding
38. Pedal Go Carts
39. Picnic Spots
40. Pony Rides (children)
41. Pottery and Ceramic Classes/ Experiences
42. Power Van Railway Experience
43. Quad Biking
44. Rock Climbing
45. Scenic Drives and Lookout Points
46. Segway
47. Spa and Wellness Emporiums
48. Stand Up Paddle Boarding (SUP)
49. Strawberry Picking
50. Township Bicycle and Cultural Tours
51. Trails for hiking, MTB and running
52. Trampoline Park (children)
53. Treetop Aerial Obstacle Courses
54. Tuk-tuk Tour
55. Wine Farms and Tasting Rooms
56. Yoga Experiences
DISCOVER PREMIER PRODUCE, WINE AND FOOD
Dine at a selection of bistros and stylish fine-dining restaurants. Savour contemporary cuisine and premier local produce at local farmstalls. Engage in amazing tasting and pairing experiences with local wines, gins, coffees and chocolate.
Find out more here: https://visitgeorge.co.za/single-category/restaurants/
FIND PLACES TO STAY
Stay at opulent golf hotels, seafront guesthouses or spacious, beautiful farms.
Find out more here: https://visitgeorge.co.za/single-category/accommodation/
DISCOVER DEALS
Get incredible offers to inspire your George getaway! See deals here: https://visitgeorge.co.za/deals/
VISITOR INFORMATION CENTRES (VIC’S)
VIC’s are open Monday to Friday 08:30 – 16:30.
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George Visitor Information Centre
+27 44 801 9295
info@visitgeorge.co.za
124 York Street, George, 6529
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Wilderness Visitor Information Centre
+27 44 877 0045
info@visitwilderness.co.za
198 George Road, Wilderness, 6560
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Uniondale Visitor Information Centre
+27 44 518 0030
info@visituniondale.co.za
Virtual Assistance
SOCIALS
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Go to the official George destination website here: www.visitgeorge.co.za