Swellendam Travel Guide

 Marloise1906 Says:  Just letting you know that the ownersihp of the barge cruise has changed. It is now known as Olivedale River Cottage and Adventure with contact details: 076 658 1690. 

 mvtouring Says:  Sept 2010 a lot of roadworks were happening on the N2 on either side of Swellendam, but fortunately the ostriches were there to keep you entertained whilst in stationery mode. 

 mvtouring Says:  What a delightful experience. I was told about this place by my sister after a recent visit there and decided to go and try it myself. I loved their liquors especially the nut one. The chocolate and chilli on is good for cooking, or over icecream. I found it a bit rough on... 

 morne Says:  A very impressive building that dominates the main road. 

 morne Says:  They were busy working on the N2 so you had some 10 - 20 minute stops along the way but what made it very nice was the ostriches next to the road that came to say helo to us. 

 morne Says:  I think that every visitor to Swellendam should visit this place and taste their liquor's. Some really nice stuff that they have here. We bought some nut liquor and the chock & chilli one. 

 nora_south_africa Says:  Swellendam is the largest Youngberry growing area in the country and a farm just 3km out of town may be visited for liqueur tasting. Other Youngberry products are also sold here.They have a range of delicious liqueurs including Youngberry, Honey, Aniseed, Rooibos,... 

 nora_south_africa Says:  Hiking trails on the Langeberg Mountains with their high peaks and fyn-bos covered slopes where cold mountain streams feed indigenous forests. There are beautiful views to enjoy, pools to swim in and waterfalls to admire. All trails are in the Marloth Nature Reserve and a... 

 nora_south_africa Says:  Cruise down the Breede River on a river boat . Daily trips for a minimum of 6 adults. Swim, fish, braai on the boat or just sit back and enjoy nature and the tranquillity of the river. 

 nora_south_africa Says:  At Stormsvlei (+- 40kms from Swellendam on the N2 towards Cape Town), where flowers are grown and preserved for export 

 nora_south_africa Says:  Depending on the rider's level of experience (which may be none at all) and what sort of ride you have in mind, a suitable horse is chosen. Riders are guided through the local forestry roads at the foot of the mountains. The charge is per hour 

 brewjohnson Says:  This place is bizarre, yet strangely interesting. This is a house and garden area that has been decorated with hundreds... maybe thousands of fairies. The girls really enjoyed it. The men, found it odd, but interesting. It doesn't take too long to walk through and its a good... 

 mvtouring Says:  Just wonder around and see the many beautifull homes with the majestic mountain as a backdrop 

 morne Says:  For really lekka food, you must visit this place. The food is like my ma used to cook it. The smells from the kitchen is absolutely devine. Venison pie with veg 

 MarioPortugal Says:  For steak in Swellendam, go to Mattsen's restaurant. Steaks & Grills are priced from R93 to R140.Pizza, Pasta, Chicken, Seafood and Burgers also available.Specialities priced R100-R154 

 brewjohnson Says:  We never intended to stay (or eat) in Swellendam. But, as it was getting dark, we decided to pull off the N2 and find a hotel. Luckily, we chose to stay at the Cypress Cottage - lucky, because it was a nice little B&B, but even moreso, because it was next door to the...