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Old Bearie – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Old Bearie for accommodation in Patensie   Old Bearie is a charming self-catering cottage tucked cosily away in the lush green of a citrus farm in the Gamtoos River Valley north of Patensie. The farm is just a short drive from the eastern entrance of the fabulous Baviaanskloof Wilderness area.The cottage can comfortably accommodate up to seven guests and comprises three bedrooms, one bathroom and an open-plan kitchen and living area. The first bedroom … [Read more...] about Old Bearie – #PatensieAccommodation

Mount Ingwe Lodge – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Mount Ingwe Lodge for accommodation in Patensie   Mount Ingwe Lodge borders the Baviaanskloof World Heritage site and is nestled on the farm Middelwater, in the Elandsriver Valley surrounded by the Winterberg Mountains. Find your lost rooms and explore a world of vast open spaces and horizons while Mother Nature inspires your senses with her sights and sounds. Here you will find indigenous wilderness, touched only by abundant game species and birds … [Read more...] about Mount Ingwe Lodge – #PatensieAccommodation

NaguiltjieKloof – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about NaguiltjieKloof for accommodation in Patensie   NaguiltjieKloof is a rustic private self-catering unit situated on a working farm, RoodegrondBoerdery, between Patensie and the Baviaanskloof. The Scheepers family have been farming with citrus and potatoes here for decades. A scenic drive into the “kloof”, with an elevated vehicle, like an SUV or bakkie, brings you to a private cottage between the trees. There is a cozy braai area outside with a stream … [Read more...] about NaguiltjieKloof – #PatensieAccommodation

Twee Waters Gasteplaas – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Twee Waters Gasteplaas for accommodation in Patensie   Twee Waters Gasteplaas is situated on a working citrus farm in the Kwagga region, on the outskirts of Patensie. Patensie is located in the Gamtoos Valley, adjacent to the Baviaanskloof Mega Reserve.The house consists of three bedrooms, two bathrooms of which one is en-suite, and a fully equipped kitchen. There is a comfortable lounge area with a fireplace and a double sleeper couch, as well as a … [Read more...] about Twee Waters Gasteplaas – #PatensieAccommodation

Krugerskop-Kloof | Bushcamp – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Krugerskop-Kloof | Bushcamp for accommodation in Patensie   Krugerskop Kloof Bushcamp is an eco-recreation facility and is strictly a nature lover’s paradise. Enjoy the tranquil and peaceful surroundings of this magnificent camping facility where bird and animal life are bountiful and include the well-known Knysna loerie and raptures such as the black eagle.This unspoiled natural Campsite is ideally situated in order to explore the Greater Wilderness … [Read more...] about Krugerskop-Kloof | Bushcamp – #PatensieAccommodation

Archers Guest House – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Archers Guest House for accommodation in Patensie   Welcome to Archers Guest House Our guest house prides itself on being a versatile establishment, accommodating families as well as business travelers. We offer unique accommodation where guests can truly experience the "Modern Nostalgia". At Archers we have combined the comfort of ‘Old School’ warmth with the convenience of modern luxuries, redefining Retro. The vast property on which the guest house … [Read more...] about Archers Guest House – #PatensieAccommodation

Highview Guesthouse – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Highview Guesthouse for accommodation in Patensie   Highview Guesthouse is located at Patensie, and is only a 30-minute drive to Jeffrey’s Bay. This beautifully furnished unit overlooks the citrus orchards. The accommodation consists of three double bedroom and two bathrooms. There is a full shared bathroom and the main bedrooms has an en-suite bathroom. The living area is open-plan and consists of a lounge, a dining area and a fully equipped kitchen. … [Read more...] about Highview Guesthouse – #PatensieAccommodation

Roodegrond Rivierkamp – #PatensieAccommodation

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Click here to find out more about Roodegrond Rivierkamp for accommodation in Patensie   Roodegrond RivierKamp is located next to the riveron a working citrus and potato farm 8 km from Patensie and guests drive through the farm to reach the camping site. The farm is on its way to the Baviaanskloof, along the Gamtoos River.There is an ablution block with warm water showers, flushing toilets and a wash area. Power (low usage items), water and braai drums are provided to our guests. Braai … [Read more...] about Roodegrond Rivierkamp – #PatensieAccommodation

All in a Day’s Work: Fighting Crime, Delivering Babies

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The primary function of police officers are to prevent and combat crime as well as ensure public safety, however police officers often encounter situations that are beyond their scope of expertise. On Wednesday morning, 27 May 2020 at about 01:40, the acting Station Commander of SAPS Baviaanskloof, Warrant Officer Heidi Kroutz received a call that a pregnant woman, Raymene de Villiers (22) from a farm in Baviaanskloof was bleeding. W/O Kroutz called the ambulance services in Willowmore but … [Read more...] about All in a Day’s Work: Fighting Crime, Delivering Babies

If it wasn’t For Kobus we would have missed the Endangered Red Finned Minnow

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https://youtu.be/_IaSAtO_cug On a trip through the Baviaans with Kobus Kok from Guarri Safaris we stopped at the Poortjies stream to take in the tranquility of the setting and for SOMEONE in our party to enjoy a glass of crisp cold white wine... Whilst dipping her feet in the stream, Gena began giggling with delight as her toes became the target for hordes of tiny little fish. Upon closer inspection we saw that they were the endangered Red Finned Minnow. This World Heritage Site is … [Read more...] about If it wasn’t For Kobus we would have missed the Endangered Red Finned Minnow

Baviaanskloof to Hogsback

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Visit and explore Hogsback accommodation choices. Click here to submit your favourite Eastern Cape Videos. A MyPE Hogsback selected video for you: The journey starts well but then it gets unexpectedly tough. Will The Hogs reach Hogsback? Click HERE to find more 'Hogsback' videos. Hogsback video selected based on a YouTube search - Click Here to report any 'offensive' videos. CLICK HERE to submit your favourite Port Elizabeth video. Visit the MyPE YouTube … [Read more...] about Baviaanskloof to Hogsback

World’s Toughest Single Stage MTB Race

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Jeep Team’s MTB superstars, Pierre Smith and Thinus Redelinghuys, were crowned champions of the world’s toughest single stage MTB race, the 24-hour, 230km Trans Baviaans Challenge on Saturday, 15 August, which started in Willowmore, Eastern Cape, and ended in Jeffreys Bay. Taking on the extreme race for the first time, the Jeep Team riders led from start to finish, crossing the finish line in 8h29m58s, ahead of second-placed Vickus Boshoff and Etnard Louw (Team PowerBar 1) in 8h49m45s, with … [Read more...] about World’s Toughest Single Stage MTB Race

Repair of scenic tourist attraction must be prioritised

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The scenic and historical R102 Bloukrans Pass between the Eastern and Western Cape will remain closed to tourists, historians and nature lovers because the Eastern Cape administration does not regard the route a priority. With tourism being a major economic contributor in this province, it is imperative that we use our assets to our fullest advantage. The short-sighted approach by the Eastern Cape Department of Transport, Roads and Public Works is sad news for tourism and bad news for … [Read more...] about Repair of scenic tourist attraction must be prioritised

Urgent road repairs needed to save Baviaanskloof tourism

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Owners of guest houses in the Baviaanskloof stand to lose their peak-season December income and may be forced to shed employees because the flood damaged access road into this World Heritage site has remained closed since heavy flooding last month. This road must be repaired as a matter of urgency. I have been informed that drainage has been improved on the Western side, and the road from Willowmore to Zandvlakte has been repaired. However, no repairs have been done on the Eastern side. While … [Read more...] about Urgent road repairs needed to save Baviaanskloof tourism