Stilbaai Travel Guide

 
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Blombos near Stilbaai

Blombos near Stilbaai, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  Archeological site get info from Stilbaai tourism, from June to October the Blombos area has a beautiful *FYNBOS* flower route . 

A bridge over the river Goukou

A bridge over the river Goukou, Stilbaai

 mvtouring Says:  The river Goukou is a great place for bird watching and also offers many sports. The Goukou River is the only river in the area that is navigable for 15km 

Visiting the harbour

Visiting the harbour, Stilbaai

 mvtouring Says:  A visit to the harbour might be your lucky day if you are looking for lovely fresh fish. 

The not so blue flag beaches

The not so blue flag beaches, Stilbaai

 mvtouring Says:  Due to all the floods that we had experienced, the beaches are not looking too good at the moment, but I am sure that by the time that the December school holidays start, they will be in their usual pristine condition again. 

Sight seeing & Eels

Sight seeing & Eels, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  The small, but active fishing harbour is a wonderful attraction. The harbour is used especially by small concerns. Primarily Hake and Cob are sold here.Fresh fish may be bought at the harbour. See the remnants of an extinct culture. The ancient fishtraps are circular stone... 

Boat trips

Boat trips, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  You can book for boat trips at the fynbos centre..little shop next to hairdresser. You can just go for the ride, or go fishing. 

Visit the Harbour

Visit the Harbour, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  Visit this lovely small harbour,Buy fresh fish here, watch the fishermen come out with their catch, watch birds having a feast... 

Restaurants  

Breakfast@Tiffany's ( name changed !!): coffee shop

Breakfast@Tiffany's ( name changed !!): coffee shop, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  They serve breakfasts and light meals and kitchen closes at 4 daily. 

La Donna ( name changed to BLACK KETTLE ): coffee shop

La Donna ( name changed to BLACK KETTLE ): coffee shop, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  a very nice coffee shop, out of season she serves a meal for lunch at quite a good price. muffin 

Mila's: Good food

Mila's: Good food, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  This restaurant makes quite good food . Please make bookings in season. 

Die Visarend: Visarend Restaurant in Plant Nursery

Die Visarend: Visarend Restaurant in Plant Nursery, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  This is a very affordable restaurant, you can bring the whole family as they even have a play room for small children and someone to watch them, so the whole family can enjoy their evening!!!!!!!They have Rugby at the bar.Prices are very good and I would advise bookings in... 

Shopping  

Plaasvars: Fresh Fruit and veg

Plaasvars: Fresh Fruit and veg, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  This is a small shop selling fresh fruit and veg, sometimes they buy from locals and you are lucky to buy really fresh onions, spinach and carrots..cheaper than the supermarkets. 

Baaija vir bietjie: Second hand clothing ( really cheap)

Baaija vir bietjie: Second hand clothing ( really cheap), Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  A shop selling second hand clothing, blankets and a few other odds and ends...Very Cheap as proceeds go to welfare. 

Viking: Fresh Fish at Harbour

Viking: Fresh Fish at Harbour, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  Here if you lucky and the boats have been out you can buy fresh fish at the harbour,Usually much cheaper than you would buy elsewhere. 

Stil Trading: Imported goods and gifts

Stil Trading: Imported goods and gifts, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  a lovely shop to browse through. lots of different and unique things to buy! 

Susan Roos Juwele: Casual Jewelry

Susan Roos Juwele: Casual Jewelry, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  a lovely little shop selling some nice jewelry 

The Joker: Brand name clothing

The Joker: Brand name clothing, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  Sells womens and mens clothes of brand names. 

Oasis water: buy bottled water

Oasis water: buy bottled water, Stilbaai

 nora_south_africa Says:  Here you can buy bottles of water much cheaper than in shops, you can also take your own container... 

Favorites  

Meeting the locals

Meeting the locals, Stilbaai

 mvtouring Says:  Drive around at sunset and you will meet many locals. The wildlife variety that is, we met some dassies, a deer and her baby, a loerie and this young lass. 

Getting into trouble at sea?

Getting into trouble at sea?, Stilbaai

 mvtouring Says:  You need not worry, the NSRI has an office right here so they will be with you rather quickly in case of need. 

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 This shop has washing machines and dryer, during december you just hand in your washing and they wash , dry and fold it up for you!!! 

 

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Stilbaai

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 Stilbaai is a very beautiful coastal town on the garden route. It is situated 26 km away from the N2 main road between Mossel Bay and Riversdale at an estuary where the Goukou river meets the Indian... 

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  It was quite an interesting experience for me to travel to this little fishermen's haven again. Last time I was here, I was a student and very very young. I am pleased to say that even though it...... 

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Stilbaai & Jongensfontein

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 Although Stilbaai is a peaceful destination, it doesn't mean that there is not more than enough to keep old and young busy. Enjoy the sun and the water of the endless beaches and river. Swimming is... 

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