Salted Fynbos Staying provides self catering accommodation in Franskraal near Gansbaai in the Western Cape's Overberg & Whale Coast region. This self catering house (sleeps 8) has the perfect location, right on the seafront. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Aire Del Mar Guest House provides bed and breakfast accommodation in Gansbaai in the Overberg / Whale Coast region in the Western Cape. Aire del Mar is ideally situated in Kleinbaai (sometimes referred to as Van Dyks Bay) for the viewing of the Great Whi …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Whale Watch Accommodation is situated in De Kelders, Gansbaai, and offers quality self catering accommodation for a family or group of friends on holiday. The house is ideal to accommodate 4 guests, however, a total of 6 guests can be accommodated. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Crayfish Lodge Sea & Country Guest House offers bed and breakfast accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai in the Overberg and Whale Coast in the Western Cape. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Looking for a pet-friendly and child friendly getaway to the lovely town of De Kelders just outside Gansbaai? Our fully equipped self-catering house (Sleeps 4, maximum 6 with extra 2 "trundle" beds suitable for children in the lounge). …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Whale Cove A104 offers self catering apartment accommodation on the beachfront at De Kelders, Gansbaai in the Overberg and Whale Coast region in the Western Cape. Whale Cove A104 (sleeps 6) is a four-star rated, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom luxury apartment. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Sea Star Cliff is a luxury lodge providing guest house accommodation in De Kelders, Gansbaai in the Overberg and Whale Coast region of the Western Cape. The luxuriously appointed guesthouse was designed and decorated with luxury in mind to create a... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Pearly Beach house is a spacious self catering home, sleeping up to 12 guests on the Pearly Beach seafront, near Gansbaai, with 180 degree sea views and easy access to rock pools in front of house and two nearby beaches. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Lagoon View offers self catering accommodation in Hermanus in the Western Cape's Overberg and Whale Coast region. Looking for a quiet self catering getaway with fantastic views. This large stylish home (sleeps 7) overlooks the Hermanus Lagoon and is ideal …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Nantucket offers self catering accommodation in Voelklip, Hermanus in the Overberg / Whale Coast region, Western Cape. Experience champagne air, sweeping panoramic ocean and mountain views, majestic meandering mountain walks... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Pacem offers visitors self catering accommodation in Hermanus on the Overberg / Whale Coast, Western Cape. Located in the Hermanus suburb of Voelklip it has a magnificent view on the mountain as well as sea views. Pacem is situated in a quiet area... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Franskraal is a stunning beachfront village in the Overberg area in the Western Cape. Franskraal is approximately two and a half hours away from Cape Town itself which makes it a convenient getaway. The coastline offers spectacular, uninterrupted seaviews. What more could you ask for?
Attractions:
One of the great attractions in the area is the milkwood forest which attracts locals and visitors from all around the country. The ‘Groot Melkhout Trail’ is open to the public and is a very interesting and beautiful 2km circular trail surrounded by nature. Another attraction is the Strandveld Museum which is situated at the cliffs of Franskraal. This privately owned museum has a large collection of relics and history of the Gansbaai area and of a shipwreck at Danger Point. The Fees van die Ganse is a very popular annual festival held in the Gansbaai nearby. The festival celebrates and remembers the origins of the town. The weekend is a funfilled family day. There is plenty to see and do.
Franskraal, located in the Overberg region of the Western Cape, offers visitors a variety of activities and sights.
Here are three recommendations:
1. Grootbos Nature Reserve: Just a short drive from Franskraal, Grootbos Nature Reserve is known for its spectacular biodiversity, offering guided tours through its ancient Milkwood forests, fynbos, and coastal ecosystems. Visitors can enjoy activities such as nature walks, horseback riding, and whale watching.
2. Kleinbaai Harbour: Located near Franskraal, Kleinbaai Harbour is the launch point for shark cage diving adventures. The area is famous for its Great White Shark population, and several operators offer thrilling cage diving experiences, giving visitors the chance to see these magnificent creatures up close in their natural habitat.
3. Dyer Island and Whale Watching: Take a boat tour from Gansbaai, which is close to Franskraal, to visit Dyer Island. This island is a protected bird sanctuary and is home to a large colony of African Penguins and various seabirds. Additionally, the waters around Dyer Island are renowned for whale watching, particularly during the winter and spring months when Southern Right Whales migrate to the area.
These activities highlight the natural beauty and unique wildlife of the Overberg region, providing memorable experiences for visitors to Franskraal.