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Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature
Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature
Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature
Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature
Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature

Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature

By sa wild escapes
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$167 per adult
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Overview

Escape the everyday on this Velddrif adventure blending heritage, natural wonders, and delicious flavours. Cruise the scenic Berg River, spotting diverse birdlife amidst lush landscapes and vibrant wetlands.

Step ashore onto the historic Kersefontein Guest Farm and explore its past. Venture into the grand manor house and savour a three-course silver service lunch. Learn the farm's rich history from a descendant of its 1700s founders.

Continue your river journey with a cheese platter and wine as the afternoon fades. Enjoy sundowner drinks with savoury nibbles as the vibrant dusk sets in. Keep watch for wildlife and marvel at the sunset's reflection on the water. This exclusive experience is ideal for history buffs, nature lovers, and foodies seeking a taste of authentic South Africa. Let the timeless charm of the Berg River sweep you away.

Activity location

  • Kersefontein Guest Farm
    • 7355, Hopefield, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • River Studio
    • Bokkom Avenue
    • 7365, Velddrif, Western Cape, South Africa

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Velddrif Farm & River Experience: History, Gourmet Food, Nature
  • Activity duration is 11 hours11h11h
  • English
Language options: English
Starting time: 8:30 am
Price details
NZ$167.18 x 1 AdultNZ$167.18
Total
Price is NZ$167.18

What's included, what's not

  • What's includedWhat's includedGourmet three-course silver service lunch in the manor house.
  • What's includedWhat's includedPrivate tour of a historic Berg River farm
  • What's includedWhat's includedFood and Refreshments (served at intervals during the trip). Cheese platter and wine Savoury snacks and sundowner drinks Chips, dip, gin & tonics (or wine)
  • What's includedWhat's includedBoat Trip

Know before you book

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Transport options are wheelchair accessible
  • All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
  • Not recommended for travellers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Activity itinerary

Velddrif (Pass by)
Embark on a 4 hour scenic river cruise, the tranquil Berg River unfolding before you like a painted masterpiece. Lush landscapes give way to vibrant wetlands teeming with life. Keep watch for majestic fish eagles soaring overhead, the flash of flamingos against the water, and a kaleidoscope of other feathered wonders as you journey towards a historic farm nestled along the river's edge.
Kersefontein Guest Farm
  • 3h
  • Admission ticket included
Step ashore onto Kerseboom farm and uncover the secrets of the past, where whispers linger in the aged buildings and sun-drenched fields. Venture into the heart of the grand manor house, its elegant ambiance transporting you to another era, and savour a three-course silver service lunch seated at the banquet table of the manor house. Then, gather in the drawing room for a fascinating talk on the farm's rich history by Julian Melck descendant of Martin Melck dating back to the 1700's
Velddrif (Pass by)
After your time on the farm, re-board your vessel and continue your river journey. Let the gentle rhythm of the river soothe you as you savour the fading afternoon light. Indulge in a delightful cheese platter with wine as lush landscapes transform into silhouettes against the vibrant dusk sky. As the sun dips further, enjoy savoury nibbles and sundowner drinks. Keep your eyes peeled for wildlife stirring as the evening approaches. Watch for the reflections of the vibrant sunset on the water as the river guides you back towards Velddrif.

Location

Activity location

  • LOB_ACTIVITIESLOB_ACTIVITIESKersefontein Guest Farm
    • 7355, Hopefield, Western Cape, South Africa

Meeting/Redemption Point

  • PEOPLEPEOPLERiver Studio
    • Bokkom Avenue
    • 7365, Velddrif, Western Cape, South Africa

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