Arniston — Africa Deluxe Tours

Overview

#Arniston/Waenhuiskrans The town of Arniston is situated on the south coast of South Africa in close proximity to Cape Agulhas, the southernmost tip of the continent. Initially it was only a fishing village, but it has now become a holiday destination and a region for viticulture. The original fishing village with its lime washed houses is maintained and has been declared a national monument in it's entirety. Fisherman still venture into the sea with boats that are similar to those that were used in the early nineteenth century. Arniston has become a popular spot for whale watching in season, from May to September.

The original name for the town was 'Waenhuiskrans' (literally wagon house cliff) named after a hollow cave in the rocky cliff that is large enough to accommodate a wagon and oxen. Today both names are registered as official names of the town.

The name Arniston derives from a ship named Arniston that was shipwrecked on the rocks. It was sailing in a convoy to Ceylon to retrieve wounded soldiers. The Arniston lost contact with the rest of the convoy in a storm and ultimately shipwrecked on the rocks at Waenhuiskrans. Only 6 of the 378 persons on board survived.

Tours that visit Arniston

Scheduled tours

The Cape Discovery

5 days AA107

On this scheduled guided tour you experience the scenic beauty of Route 62, you visit the iconic Cango Caves and interact with ostriches. Your route takes you along the Garden Route. At Knysna you enjoy a Sunset Knysna Oyster Cruise. You visit the museum complex at Mossel Bay, post a postcard at the famous Post Office Tree. Enjoy game viewing in an open safari vehicle on the lookout for the big five. Do cheetah tracking and visit the southernmost point of the African continent. Return to Cape Town via a wonderfully scenic coastal drive.

from R12,065

Things to see

City

Albertinia

##Albertinia The peaceful small town of Albertinia is situated against the backdrop of the Langeberg Mountain Range on the National Road (N2) between Cape Town and the Garden Route. The region is especially known for the prolific aloes (aloe ferox or Cape aloe) growing in this area.

1 tour visit here

Town

Hermanus

##Hermanus Hermanus is situated on the southern coast of the Western Cape, and is known as the best land based whale watching spot in the world. The Southern Right Whale comes to the South African coastal waters during winter and spring to have their young and to suckle them before returning to the Antarctic.

2 tours visit here

Town

Swellendam

##Swellendam Swellendam is located at the foot of the Langeberg Mountains in South Africa's Overberg region of the Western Cape Province. Swellendam is a medium-sized rural town. It's historic heart, which contains most of the town's architectural jewels, is spread over a relatively small area making a walking tour a viable option.

1 tour visit here