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        • Groot Brakrivier | Great Brak River – A holiday spot on the shores of the Great Brak River Lagoon known for its fishing, boating and beaches.
        • Klein Brak Rivier – Popular with lovers of water sports and anglers offering excellent fishing spots on the river and the 4 km-long beach.
        • Gouritz Biosphere Reserve – A centre of immense historical significance believed to be the place where the lineage that led to all modern human beings was born.
        • Danabaai – Danabaai is a conservancy hosting examples of coastal and limestone varieties of fynbos.
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        • Hartenbos – Hartenbos is above all a holiday village where the endless sandy beach is an irresistible magnet for South African families.
        • Herbertsdale – Nestled in the foothills of the Outeniqua Mountains, Herbertsdale is a historic village with forts dating back to the South African War.
        • Ruiterbos – A beautiful valley just off the Robinson Pass offering scenic drives, hiking trails and 4×4 routes and a must for birdlovers.
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        • Our History – Mossel Bay’s history is unique and was pivotal to the development of the rest of South Africa.
        • Our Local Community – Mossel Bay has many faces, some we do not often see but is worth exploring. Our local community is a vibrant place where one can find many gems, personalities and bucket list experiences.
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        • Cradle of Human Culture Mossel Bay is at the centre of some of the most significant archaeological discoveries ever made regarding the origins of modern humans, and has a strong archaeological Tourism product to support it.
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        • Holiday Farms – A magical farm experience
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        • Guest Houses | B&B – Spread throughout the Mossel Bay and Great Brak River area
        • Hotels – Beach-front or mountain side, our hotels are smart but informal.
        • Game Reserves – Authentic African wildlife experiences with a touch of the Cape
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    Ruiterbos

    A beautiful, undiscovered valley just at the foot of the Robinson Pass between Mossel Bay and Oudtshoorn. This is a region of scenic drives, quaint little shops and farm stalls, hiking trails and 4×4 routes. It is an absolute must-see for bird lovers and anyone interested in the Proteas and Ericas of the region’s mountain Fynbos.

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    Ruiterbosch Lodge

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    Boerqi Bistro

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    Outeniqua Moon Percheron Stud and Guest Farm

    Home to The Heavy Draft Horse Foundation NPC
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    Eight Bells Rooster Trails

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    Read more about the history of the Robinson pass -here-
    Halfmoon Hollow Succulent Nursery & Forest Tea Garden

    Robinson Pass  Footage Courtesy of Andre from the Bay | @andrefromthebay

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