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4 exciting things to do in the Boland
The Boland in the Western Cape is the perfect region for some exploring. Centred around the Boland mountains and towns such as Worcester, Robertson and Paarl, the region has lots to offer.
Here are just some of the things you can do when you visit.
Check out the succulent botanical garden in Worcester
Set against the backdrop of soaring mountains lies the Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden, the only truly succulent botanical garden in the southern hemisphere and on the African continent. The garden is home to over 400 indigenous plants from the arid and semi-arid regions of southern Africa, as well as 70 different bird species and many small mammals.
Try the local gin
Nestled between the Breede River and Hex River valleys, you will find Six Dogs Distillery that produces three gins - Six Dogs Karoo, Six Dogs Blue and Six Dogs Pinotage Stained.
Learn more about making olive oil
Olive estate Rio Largo produces high quality, proudly South African olive oils in the scenic Scherpenheuwel valley between Worcester and Robertson. Owners Nick and Brenda Wilkinson bought the estate in 2010 and, thanks to their passion and expertise, have produced award-winning olive oil since acquisition.
Take a tractor trip
Visit the Protea Farm, located outside of Montague, for its legendary tractor trips, potjiekos and scenic splendour. Hop on board a tractor that meanders up the Langeberg mountain, past proteas that grow in abundance and take in the sweeping views of the Koo and Robertson valleys as you near the top. The tractor trips have been going since 1985 so rest assured that you’re in safe hands.
