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WELCOME TO Hessequa
Nestled in the shadow of the Langeberg Mountains and in the embrace of the warm Indian Ocean.
'n Hartlike welkom aan ieder en elke vakansieganger wat ons wit strande besoek, wonderlike wandelings in ons berge en natuur ervaar en les bes, lekker weersomstandighede kom geniet. Die toerismebedryf is die hoeksteen van ons ekonomie en daarom is ons trots op ons strande wat insluit Witsand, Lappiesbaai, Preekstoel, Stilbaai-Wesstrand, Jongensfontein en Gouritsmond. U sal ook waarskynlik die vooruitgang raaksien by ons vakansieoorde.
Beskermingsdienste sal ontplooi word tydens die feesseisoen om te verseker dat u 'n veilige en vreugdevolle vakansie in Hessequa geniet. Voorkom wegholbrande deur seker te maak dat u kole geblus is. Die risiko vir brande is vanjaar besonder hoog weens droogte in ons gebied. Ons brandweerdiens is voorbereid, maar voorkoming bly die beste raad.
If you are visiting the Hessequa region this summer, you may notice that gardens are looking somewhat dry and many properties are using grey water systems. The current water crisis in the Western Cape is real.
Everyone has to do their bit to save water. Be conservative in your use of water. Stage 3 water restrictions are applicable to Riversdale and Stage 1 to all other towns within Hessequa. A drop a day saved today, will be worth twice as much tomorrow.
Ons vertrou dat u 'n genotvolle vakansie beleef en dat Hessequa in die toekoms u nommer 1 vakansiebestemming sal wees.
Stilbaai
Popular things to do or to visit are:
- Inverroche distillery is located just outside Stilbaai, where they offer a unique and fascinating experience for visitors.
- Enjoy a selection of the finest boutique-style wines from the Western Cape and local wineries and craft beer, with the complementary flavours of Kasselshoop's handcrafted, flavoured cheeses.
Jongensfontein
Jongensfontein is what your dream beach holiday looks like:
- Pack up a picnic lunch and head to the beach for a game of frisbee on the sand.
- Get a few friends together and play a game of beach cricket or volleyball.
- Rock pools at the beach may hold a surprise or two - try and identify as many sea creatures as possible.
- Go for a leisurely stroll on the beach - maybe you can collect a shell or two.
Witsand
Spend some time exploring:
- The Breede River, which offers water-lovers the very best of fishing, kitesurfing, surfing and paddleboarding.
- Try and spot a whale and capture that perfect photo.
- Visit the local harbour and chat with locals.
- Sea cruises and fishing trips.
- The Pili-Pili Adventure Centre.
See: Twee lewensredders dwarsdeur die seisoen.
1. TAKE IT EASY
Stop often to rest and stretch your legs. Always stop in well-lit, public places.
2. STAY ALERT
If you are suffering from a health condition or taking medicine that may make you drowsy, rather ask someone else to drive.
3. DON'T DRINK AND DRIVE
Never drive under the influence of alcohol or drugs. If you know that you will be drinking make use of a cab or taxi services.
4. TAKE CARE OF THE CHILDREN
Babies and young children should always be secured in a SABS approved car seat.
5. STAY CONNECTED
Be sure to pack your phone ad GPS charger so you can call for help if needed.
6. FIRST AID
Always have a first aid kit handy for unforeseen injuries and illnesses. If you already have one, make sure that the contents have not expired and replace items where needed.
7. EMERGENCY NUMBERS
Always do your research and identify emergency facilities and hospitals along your route. Save Netcare 911's number on your phone for any medical emergencies - 082 911.
8. SPEED KILLS
Stick to the speed limit and always wear your seatbelt.
- • STILBAAI KERSMARK
11-24 Desember vanaf 09:00 (toe op Sondae) by die AGS kerksaal in Perlemoenstraat, Stilbaai
- • ARTS & CRAFTS MARK STILBAAI
13, 14 en 15 Desember vanaf 09:00 tot 17:00 in die Stilbaai gemeenskapsaal - •
- BLOMBOS MARK
21 en 22 Desember by Jongensdal - •
- JONGENSFONTEIN MARK
22 Desember
PAT YOUR PETS AT THESE
pooch friendly places
- PiliPili Restaurant, bar and extreme sports centre in Witsand won't mind barking around next to the riverbed.
- Put your pets to bed at Heritage House guest house in Riversdale who has two pet-friendly cottages. One even has a small secure garden.
- At the Old Jail restaurant and antique shop your dog can sniff around or if you own a parrot, there are lovely trees that provide more than enough shade for them to relax in.
- Close to Stilbaai, kids and pets will enjoy running around at Botterkloof Resort.
- At most Engen Garages on the N2, there is drinking water for pets as well as pet parks.
Relay races are exciting and kids simply love the competition aspect. Each child will have a plastic cup or spoon to fetch water from the sea. They will have to try to be the first to fill up the water bucket. Exciting to watch and exciting to take part in. You will need a plastic bucket per team and a plastic cup for each child. It is great for agility and balance.
When the wind is just right, it can be so much fun to race your kite up and down the shore. First work out the wind direction so that your kids can fly their kites against the wind and get it to take flight. Even better, if you can’t find a kid kite in a toy store, you can make it an arts and crafts project before the beach visit. You will need a homemade or store-bought kite. Great for running.
Beach bowling is really quite simple. Line up empty bottles or bring your own plastic pins and balls and take turns trying to get a strike. Beach bowling has, even more, fun potential than regular bowling, as you do not have to rent those weird oversized shoes. Let the smaller kids start from a closer starting point to keep the fun rolling. Great for aiming and throwing.
No equipment needed. Bring the popular hopping game to the beach by drawing a grid in the sand on the beach and using rocks or shells for markers. If the sand is hot, don’t forget to put your children’s water shoes or flip-flops on to protect their little feet. You will need nothing but your two front feet.
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