Ceres Travel Guide

 
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Kagga Kama - the view from the top

Kagga Kama - the view from the top, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Climbing out the rocks or using the pathway/stairway to the top is a must as they have a telescope at the top. 

Kagga Kama - the rooms in hte rocks

Kagga Kama - the rooms in hte rocks, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Some of the accommadation at Kagga Kama is built into the rock face. Look carefully and you will see the doors. 

Kagga Kama - enjoying the pool

Kagga Kama - enjoying the pool, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  This place gets extremely hot, and the pool is a more than welcome refreshment. 

Kagga Kama - weird rock formations

Kagga Kama - weird rock formations, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  The rock formations here are just weird and wonderfull. 

Kagga Kama - bushmen paintings

Kagga Kama - bushmen paintings, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  On the resort they have a number of bushmen paintings, and if you do not feel like walking too much, take a drive to the pool area where you will find these 

Slave Bell

Slave Bell, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  This old slave bell is in the centre of town opposit the municipal buildings 

The Dutch Reformed Church

The Dutch Reformed Church, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Like most small villages around South africa, this community also revolves around the church. 

Ceres in winter

Ceres in winter, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Ceres is one of those little villages in South Africa that everyone loves to visit. It is particularly popular in wintertime due to the snow it receives and its close proximately to Cape Town.During winter when snowfalls occur which are low and heavy enough to be reached by... 

Klondyke Cherry Farm

Klondyke Cherry Farm, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Pick your own cherries from mid-November to beginning of January at Klondyke Cherry Farm. The farm is situated 35km outside Ceres. A small entrance fee is charged, and visitors can pick and eat to their heart's content. Tel. (023) 3121521 Fax. (023) 3122877 

Togryers Museum

Togryers Museum, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  The name "Togryers Museum" originated from the great influence that the transport riders had on the development of Ceres. The completion of Michell's Pass in 1848 made the town accessible to wagons, and the main routes to the diamond fields passing through Ceres. This lasted... 

THE TOLL HOUSE

THE TOLL HOUSE, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Michell’s Pass, which opened in 1848, passes through magnificent countryside and fascinating rock formations. The Toll House was declared a national monument in 1972. 

Hotels  

Belmont Hotel: Belmont Hotel

Belmont Hotel: Belmont Hotel, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Conference Facilities available for up to 100 delegates. air conditioning; swimming pool pizza and pasta restaurant grillroom; dining room; teas and light lunches in garden Squash court Fireplaces in lounges and grillroom Bed & Breakfast Tariff: Rondawels Semi-private... 

Kunje: Kunje

Kunje: Kunje, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Kunje is a guest farm, nestled against the Southernmost boundary of the world renowned Cederberg Wilderness Area. Let us welcome you to our mountain-ringed valley where the surrounding countryside offers hiking, mountain climbing, mountain bike trails, swimming holes, San... 

Kagga Kama: Kagga Kama

Kagga Kama: Kagga Kama, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Kagga Kama is a game park/RCI holiday resort outside of Ceres Be one with nature 

Suikerbossie: Best camping spot with private waterfall

Suikerbossie: Best camping spot with private waterfall, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  This piece of paradise is situated in the southernmostpart of the Cederberg, in the Koue Bokkeveld betweenCitrusdal and Ceres on the R303. Being part of theCederberg Leopard Conservation area. It is 30 kmfrom Citusdal and 90km from Ceres. The farm wasdeveloped 19 years ago.... 

THE VILLAGE: THE VILLAGE

THE VILLAGE: THE VILLAGE, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  The Village is situated in the centre of town within nice walking distance to the shops, museums and other attractions. The owners are absolutely fantastic and their food creations to die for. Nice secluded swimming pool and great restaurant. 

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Restaurants  

Kagga Kama: Kagga Kama

Kagga Kama: Kagga Kama, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  The restaurant at Kagga Kama is a must. They do a braai (BBQ) there and have various meets on offer. Quite a number of game is offered. Nice homemade bread and other delicacies are offered. Value for money. They light the fires which gives this place a great... 

Favorites  

CERES FRUIT JUICES & CERES FRUIT GROWERS FACTORY T

CERES FRUIT JUICES & CERES FRUIT GROWERS FACTORY T, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  Ceres Fruit Growers has one of the biggest packsheds for fresh fruit in the Southern Hemisphere. Here a tourist can see the process of washing, sorting, and packaging of fruit. Ceres Fruit Juices is known worldwide for their 100% pure fruit juice. Wear a long skirt or pants... 

Climate

Climate, Ceres

 mvtouring Says:  The climate in Ceres is characterised by a major temperature variance between the summer maximums and the winter minimums. January and February are regarded as the hottest months of the year with an average maximum of 29,9°C measured during February whilst the average... 

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 &b According to the classification of towns in hierarchy, Ceres is classified as the second most important town in the Breede River region next to Worcester. The region is fragmented internally by... 

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Ceres the Garden Eden of the Cape

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 The town is named after the Roman goddess of fruitfulness and is the centre of one of the most important deciduous fruit producing areas in the Western Cape, South Africa. Ceres is situated 140 km or... 

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Kagga Kamma

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 Five of us visited Kagga Kamma in August 2005. It is just amazing - rock paintings - weird shaped rocks - very nice houses & walks. 

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Ceres - garden of Eden

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 According to the classification of towns in hierarchy, Ceres is classified as the second most important town in the Breede River region next to Worcester. The region is fragmented internally by... 

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