Heart of the Garden Route
George serves as a great base from which to explore the Garden Route's diverse scenery and many natural wonders. Head south and away from the mountains and within minutes you’ll bliss out on pristine beaches and discover the hidden hamlets of Victoria and Herolds Bay.
George is the heart of the Garden Route and with good reason. It is close to the sea, and besides running along the area’s numerous trails, you can also go mountain biking, kayaking, canoeing, fishing, big game fishing, hiking, water skiing or paragliding.
The Outeniqua Mountains tower above George, covered in diverse vegetation, the moist southern slopes predominantly clad in mountain fynbos while the northern slopes are much drier, with hardy, drought resistant Karoo veldt. A variety of animal species find shelter here, including the klipspringer, grey rhebuck, numerous small rodents and the elusive leopard. Birds include large raptors such as the black eagle, as well as smaller typical fynbos birds like the Cape sugarbird.
George is a popular holiday destination for those looking to escape city life, enjoy lesuire time or explore the region's outdoor activities.
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