Must-see attractions in Route 62

  • Cango Caves, South Africa.

    Cango Caves

    Route 62

    Named after the Khoe-San word for ‘a wet place’, the Cango Caves are heavily commercialised but still very impressive. The one-hour tour gives just a…

  • Sanbona Wildlife Reserve

    Route 62

    A Big Five reserve in the Little Karoo, 18km west of Barrydale, with wildlife activities for those staying in its three ultra-luxurious lodges.

  • Barrydale Cellar

    Route 62

    Although it looks like a characterless industrial cellar from the roadside, the tasting room and restaurant on the river bank are actually quite charming…

  • Safari Ostrich Show Farm

    Route 62

    After meeting, greeting and feeding some of the birds, you hop on a tractor for a short drive through the farm. The entertaining tour continues through…

  • De Krans

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    There's an array of wines on offer, from bubbly and wild-fermented chardonnay to robust Portuguese reds, but it's the Port-style wines that win the awards…

  • CP Nel Museum

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    Extensive displays about ostriches and Karoo history make up this large and interesting museum, housed in a striking sandstone building completed in 1906…

  • Le Roux Townhouse

    Route 62

    Decorated with authentic period furniture, this place is as good an example of a ‘feather palace’ as you’re likely to see. Entrance is included with a…

  • Boplaas

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    Choose five tasters from the selection of table wine, spirits and the award-winning Port-style wines. A low-key restaurant serves light meals, cheese…

  • Joubert-Tradauw

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    West of Barrydale, Joubert-Tradauw is a charming spot for some boutique wine tasting and a light lunch from its small menu of salads, platters and burgers.

  • Leiwater Dam

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    Birdwatchers and photographers will enjoy a pause at this small dam in the town, frequented in the summer months (September to March) by sacred ibis, Cape…

  • Cango Ostrich Farm

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    Guided walking tours take around 45 minutes and include an overview of the ostrich farming industry. Tours take place every 20 minutes.

  • Montagu Museum

    Route 62

    Interesting displays and some good examples of antique furniture can be found at this museum in the old mission church.

  • Joubert House

    Route 62

    Joubert House is the oldest house in Montagu (built in 1853) and has been restored to its Victorian glory.