Citrusdal South Africa Tourism : Hotels and Resorts. Country Hotels, Hot Spring Resorts, Caravan Park,
Camping Facilities, Conference venues and other accommodation to stay in the beautiful Olifants River Valley.
Visit the Cederberg Mountains, the West Coast or the annual wildflower splendour of Namaqualand.
Discover the beauty and unique character of this part of the Western Cape.

 

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Citrusdal Tourism Information • Tel & Fax: 022 921 3210 • E-mail: info@citrusdal.info
Citrusdal Activities and Attractions

Citrusdal Activities and Attractions

HOTELS + RESORTS  |  GUEST HOUSES & BED & BREAKFAST  l  SELF-CATERING  l  BACKPACKERS & CAMPING  l  CEDERBERG ACCOMMODATION
SPORT AND RECREATION
Citrusdal Quad Farm

CITRUSDAL GOLF CLUB Visitors welcome at the 9 hole course on the banks of the Olifants River.
Enquiries Sakkie van der Westhuizen 022 - 921 2150 www.citrusdal.info/golf

FRESHWATER ANGLING
The Olifants River system has the richest endemic fish population in the country. Endemic species like Clanwilliam Yellow fish, the "Rooivlerkie", Clanwilliam Sand Fish and Barnard's "Klipbaber" are not found anywhere else on earth. Please help to protect this fragileecosystem and educate yourself as to which species are allowed to be caught. Anglers can in fact help, by removing foreign species like Rainbow Trout, Carp and Bass.
Permits can be obtained from any Cape Nature Conservation office. 022 - 931 2900

Clanwilliam Dam: Black Bass. 027 - 482 2024/2133

Rock Climbing
Cederberg Kromrivier - Climb Bobbejaankop 027 482 2807
Cederberg Algeria - Climb Treitjieskraal 027 482 2812 / 022 931 2088
Alpha Excelsior Farm, Agter-Pakhuis, Clanwilliam 027 482 2700

Ceres Zip Slide Tours

This new "foefieslide" adventure is situated in the lovely mountains surrounding the Ceres Valley. A mere 1.5 hours' drive from Cape Town, it is the perfect breakaway from the hectic city life! Our Ceres Zip slide Tour offers 8 slides, totalling a length of 1.4km – this is the longest tour in Africa! The amazing rock formations and river form a perfect backdrop to a fun-adrenaline-filled adventure! You will be kitted up in a full body harnesses with state of the art equipment. Accompanied by 2 fully trained guides you will depart on our silent, battery operated carts into the mountain. Price includes drink during and after the tour. A short walk takes you to the departure point at the first slide, from where the breath-taking view reaches over the town of Ceres across the Ceres Valley. Here the fun starts! The slides vary in lengths from 110 meters to 290 meters! The highest point above the ground is 40 meters. We operate in most weather conditions and children from 3 years old can take part in this amazing adventure.
Ceres Zip Slide Tours

Our office is situated at the "Natuurtuin" at the foot of the Mithcell’s Pass at the entrance of Ceres town from Cape Town side (R46). We are open every day of the year from 08h00 to 17h00 and tours depart every half hour, the last departure is at 17h00. Our pricing structure as follows: Rate: R400.00 per person. Special rates for tour group bookings can be negotiated for 10 and more persons. Booking recommended.
Contact Cecile Le Roux on 079 245 0354 / 078 063 5134 info@ceresadventures.co.za • www.ceresadventures.co.za
HIKING AND MOUNTAIN BIKING TRAILS
Citrusdal Cederberg Hiking Trails

HIKING TRAILS

  • Hiking in the Cederberg Wilderness / Algeria Area : Information Office, Cape Nature Conservation Tel: 027 482 2404 / 022 931 2088 web: www.capenature.co.za
  • Bakenkop: 2 hours 022 - 921 3431
  • Boschkloof Hiking Trails: 1 hour + another of 3 days 022 - 921 353
  • Dwarsrivier (Cederberg): various route ranging from 15 minutes to 8 hours to well-known rock formations like Maltese Cross, Wolfberg & Hippo pool. 027 - 482 2825
  • Kromrivier (Cederberg): day hikes. 027 - 482 2807
  • Sevilla Bushman Painting Trail: Easy walking on a circular trail to view Rock Art.
    Near Clanwilliam, contact Mr Haffie Strauss 027 - 4821842

MOUNTAIN BIKING

• Boschkloof MTB Trails: 022 - 921 3533

 4x4 ROUTES & TRAILS
Citrusdal Cederberg 4x4 Trails

4 X 4 ROUTES
Routes around Citrusdal on mountain farms, contact CITOUR Information Office: 022 921 3210

CEDERBERG - TRAVELLER'S REST - CEDERBERG 25km ( 3 hours) 027 -482 1824

CEDERBERG - WUPPERTHAL
Tra-Travallei Route: 3-4 star (9 hours) for experienced drivers. One-way with escape routes.
Recommended overnight stay - camping site available.
Citadel Route: Start on the Koueberg Pass and continues for 14 km. These two routes can be combined.
Tel/Fax: 027 - 492 3410 • e-mail: info@wupperthal.co.za

KONINGSKOP 4X4 CAMPSITE AND TRAILS - choose between two 4x4 routes (one for the adventurous or just beautiful scenery for the 'not-so-brave') and a walking trail in the mountains.19 campsites (all on grass and mostly under trees) Ablution facililties including hot showers Splashpool (fountain water) .
Enquiries: Tel: 022 921 3731

MARCUSKRAAL 4x4 and CAMP SITE offers an affordable weekend getaway for nature lovers and 4x4 enthusiasts.
The routes offer a wide range of driving conditions, from thick sand and loose rock to steep rocky inclines.
Tel: 022 921 3540 / 082 5511 668 / 082 4484 941 • e-mail: info@marcuskraal.co.za • web: www.marcuskraal.co.za

RONDEGAT TRAIL - 14,5km trail for 4X4's, Quad Bikes and Mountain Bikes with panoramic views of the Cederberg and Clanwilliam Dam. Braai facilities available at the dam and on the banks of the Rondegat River.
Enquiries: Tel/Fax: 027 482 2527 / 082 777 2757

 SCENIC DRIVES & OUTINGS
Citrusdal Cederberg Scenic Drives

One can drive from the town of Citrusdal in almost any direction and find spectacular views as well as various farming industries along the road. During August and September flowers can also be seen on these routes.

Bo-rivier pad (Upper river road)
Turn right at the 4-way stop when you enter town - 30 km to the end of the upper valley.

Ceres Gravel Road
R303 road to Ceres: gravel road to Ceres from Citrusdal through truly amazing scenery of the Koue Bokkeveld Mountains. 115km.

Hex River Road
Turn left at first 4-way stop in town, end of main road eventually becomes a dirt road o Algeria (29km) or Clanwilliam (58km). Some years excellent flowers.

Paleisheuwel Road
Turn off from the top of Piekenierskloof Pass and follow the dirt road on top of the Swartberg Mountains, between orchards, vineyards and fields. Beautiful views and mountain scenery.
Ends back on the N7 near Clanwilliam.

Road to the Baths
First road to the right after turning off the N7 to Citrusdal - 30 km.

 ROCK ART & WILD FLOWERS
Citrusdal Cederberg San Rock Art

ROCK PAINTINGS
The Mountains around Citrusdal have many sites of ancient San Rock Paintings. Ask your local host or call CITOUR Information Office: 022 - 921 3210

  • Rock Paintings at the Baths 022 - 9213609
  • Cultural walk to various Rock Painting Sites: 082 574277 (booking essential)
  • Stadsaal Caves and other sites in the Cederberg Wilderness Area: 027 - 4822812
  • Sevilla Rock Art Trail near Clanwilliam: 027 - 482184

WILD FLOWERS
All around town in a good season, usually August to September.
Carpets of Namaqualand Daisies and other indigenous species.
North from Citrusdal the area is famous for the annual show of wild flowers.
Clanwilliam Flower Show - end of August: enquire at 027 482 2024

 HISTORICAL INTEREST
Citrusdal Museum

CITRUSDAL MUSEUM
Exhibitions depicting early pioneer days and Khoisan heritage.
Enquire at Info Office 022 - 9213210

SIGNAL CANON
Original canon used to signal the arrival of ships in Table Bay.
On School grounds. Citrusdal Tourism Info Office 022 921 3210

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