| Location: South Africa » Western Cape » Cape Town » Great Brak River Great Brak River was founded by Charles Searle, born in England in 1859. the Searle family establishment the boot and shoe factory in 1886. The beautiful, unspoilt beaches in the area and the lagoon offer safe swimming. The presence of Southern Right and other whales from June to October is one of the town’s main attractions. The river that divides the village is rich in marine life while it’s wooden banks offer excellent opportunities for bird watching. GENERAL INFORMATION How to get there George 32 km, Mossel Bay 24 km, Oudtshoorn 91 km Altitude: 0 – 160 m Average Rainfall - 400 mm per year Rainy Months: June – October Average Temperatures Summer 14°c – 26°c; winter 7°c – 24°c Banks FNB (1 ATM), Absa (1 ATM), Dams Wolwedans in the Great Brak Heights. Water supply to Mossgas and the greater Mossel Bay area. Mountains Outeniqua Rivers Great Brak River, Hartenbos River, Little Brak River HISTORICAL VIEW Great Brak River Museum Provides a glimpse into the town’s history and it’s shoe industry Searle Memorial Church and Searle Family Graveyard Explore the rich heritage of the founders of this village. ATTRACTIONS Ossie’s Game Ranch Game viewing and hiking Pepper Tree The biggest tree in South Africa (11,2 m in diameter). The Island Linked to mainland by the original single lane bridge. Well known for it’s timber holiday homes. Watson Shoe Factory The reason for the town’s existence Wolwedans Dam Enjoy the magnificent views and unique dam wall ACTIVITITES Hiking Great Brak River Village Walk Starting point: Southern Cross Road. Circular route. Distance / Duration: 8 km / 2 hours. Rating: easy. Permit: none. Features include beach, estuary, river, village. Langebos Private Nature Reserve Starting point: Farm Homestead. Distance / Duration: 7 km / 3 hours. Rating: average. Indigenous forest, river cascades and swimming pools. Wolwedans Hiking Trail Starting point: Municipal Offices. End: Wolwedans Dam look out point. Distance / Duration: 3 km (6 km return) / 2 hours. Rating: easy. Permit: none. Features include beautiful river views with rich birdlife. Mountain Biking / Cycling Wolwedans Dam Mountain Bike Trail Accommodation in and around Gordon s Bay Country Mews Self-Catering accommodation in Gordon s Bay
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