Top Things to do in Malagas
The 10 Best Things to do in Malagas, Western Cape
Discover the best top things to do in Malagas, South Africa including Horse Riding Grootbos Private Nature Reserve, Malgas Ferry, Genadendal Mission Museum, De Hoop Nature Reserve Whale Trail, Sijnn Winery, Strandveld Vineyards, Genadendal National Monument, Elim Moravian Mission, Zoetendal Wines, Frasers Folly Craft Beer.
1. Horse Riding Grootbos Private Nature Reserve
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Wasiemal - Cape Town, South Africa
We had a wonderful first time experience horse riding in Grootbos - a bit thank you to the team who was very patient with us first timers! It was an awesome experience!
2. Malgas Ferry
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5.0 based on 50 reviews
Reviewed By Marpeacock - Cape Town, South Africa
It was with great sadness that we said farewell to the historic pontoon/ferry over the Breede River at Malgas. Since the first half of the 19th century it has transported goods, animal and vehicles over the River. However, it will soon be replaced by a yellow metal monster with no character at all. I salute the amazing men who harness themselves to the cable and walk the length of the pontoon to pull it 120 metres to the other side.of the river.
3. Genadendal Mission Museum
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 4 reviews
The Genadendal Mission Museum strives towards being a dynamic institution, which focuses on the preservation of the Genadendal heritage. This heritage is understood to encompass the culture and history of the inhabitants, mainly of mission stations, and their relationship with the people in South Africa and the world. In order to do this we develop, preserve and exhibit these collection.
Reviewed By Yellowblood - Sandbaai, South Africa
This museum rates for me one of the best historical experiences of my life! I learned so much about my own country’s history! And it was really special to have a guide explain the history of the Moravian church. It makes a museum visit special to have someone to tell the story behind the story. Well done guys! Really special!
4. De Hoop Nature Reserve Whale Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 443 reviews
Reviewed By WJP89 - Ottawa, Canada
My wife and I took our 12 year old son to de Hoop Nature Reserve in November 2019. We stayed at the de Hoop Collection in Opstal Cottage #4 - an equipped cottage that suited us perfectly. I can't say enough good things about this place. It may be a bit off the beaten track, but the drive is well worth the effort. Actually, my wife and I had been to de Hoop in 2005, and at that time the cottages were vacant as far as I can recall - we camped with the baboons! This time it was pure luxury by comparison, with a well-appointed cottage and a very decent dining room (the Fig Tree) where we could have dinner. We went to the beach (Koppie Aleen) three times, and each visit was worth the drive. We saw loads of wildlife including a puff adder on the roadway one morning, several big land tortoises, many, many bonteboks, elands, ostriches and of course baboons,the rare Namaqua Sand-grouse, and much more. We also took the boat tour on the vlei, which was really worth the price. We had great looks at greater and lesser flamingos, great white pelicans, cape teal, and several clawless otters among other things. A few useful notes - if you like to look for birds, there is a good farm pond about 15km from the turnoff after you leave the tar road on your way to de Hoop where you can look for flamingos, ducks, storks, herons, blue cranes, and other water-loving birds. The Fig Tree restaurant is really nice with indoor and outdoor seating, and very good service. Prices are reasonable. You can bring your own wine to the Fig Tree for a modest corkage fee, so remember that if you are doing a winery tour on your way to de Hoop. Don't forget to reserve meals and activities in advance. The curio shop sells a very good guide to the reserve for R20, and you should just buy one as soon as you arrive (or even see if you can have one sent to you before you travel). If you have a Wild Card, it ought to cover your conservation fees even though this is a Cape Nature reserve. The cottages get besieged by gnats at night if you leave your lights on, so bring headlamps or flashlights to help you get around inside your cottage after dark. You can buy coffee, cold drinks, and snacks at the beach at Koppie Aleen, and there are picnic tables there as well.
5. Sijnn Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Verototoo - Cape Town, South Africa
I finally made it! We came at Sijnn and had a great time, enjoying local wines and a nice meat and cheese platter. The view is amazing, the service friendly...
6. Strandveld Vineyards
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4.5 based on 18 reviews
Driven by a deep passion for premium quality wines and the spirit of discovery, Strandveld Vineyards stands proudly as the southernmost winery in Africa. Unique in every sense of the word, our wines reflect their wild origins of diverse terroir and a maritime climate through remarkable complexity and singularity
Reviewed By EgleC_11
Only stayed for 3 nights. The wines are good, the staff are informative and friendly, the Cottage was spacious and looks out on a beautiful garden. No TV - only peace and quiet except for the birds singing. Will definitely be going back for another dose of relaxation.
7. Genadendal National Monument
8. Elim Moravian Mission
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By SteveandLin1973 - Egham, United Kingdom
This quiet village is living history, it is quite remote with only the one tarmac road from Bredasdorp. We visited the museum which has a fantastic history of this close knit community of ex-slaves who were and still are skilled in many of the dying skills such as thatching. The museum is only ZAR20 each, please visit as they are desperately short of funds. The community love brass band music and singing, very similar to the Welsh and North of England mining bands in the UK. The church is huge, but apparently is too small when all the extended families return for festivals. The village is mainly comprised of small thatched houses, very picturesque.
9. Zoetendal Wines
10. Frasers Folly Craft Beer
Overall Ratings
3.0 based on 1 reviews
