Some Other Things to Do and Places to Go

Nature Reserves & Outdoor Venues

• Vrolijkheid Nature Reserve (CapeNature) (Map Link)
  • Location: Robertson–McGregor Road (R317 area), McGregor
  • Telephone: +27 (0)87 087 8250 (CapeNature Call Centre)
  • Activities: A CapeNature reserve set in the dry succulent Karoo landscape featuring the 19km Rooikat hiking trail, Heron bird hide walk (3km, wheelchair friendly), mountain biking routes, and picnic spots.
• Temenos Retreat & Sacred Gardens (Map Link)
  • Location: Corner of Voortrekker & Bree Street, McGregor
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 625 1871
  • Activities: Renowned sanctuary featuring quiet gardens, contemplative spaces, wellness retreats, peacocks, and garden dining.

Animal Sanctuaries & Family Attractions

• Eseltjiesrus Donkey Sanctuary (Map Link)
  • Location: Langverwagten Road, McGregor, 6708
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 625 1801
  • Overview: A permanent sanctuary providing care for rescued donkeys, offering educational tours, visitor paths, and an on-site coffee shop.
  • Opening Hours: Thu–Sun: 10:00–16:00 | Mon–Wed: Closed
• Sheilam Cactus Farm (Map Link)
  • Location: R60 Route, Klaasvoogds West Road, Robertson, 6705
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 626 4133
  • Overview: Established in 1954, this renowned succulent and cactus nursery features over 2,000 plant species, guided garden walks, and a specialized retail section.
  • Opening Hours: Mon–Thu: 08:00–17:00 | Fri: 08:00–16:00 | Sat: 09:00–14:00 | Sun: Closed
• Marbrin Olives (Map Link)
  • Location: R317, Wolvendrift Road, Bonnievale / Robertson area, 6707
  • Telephone: +27 (0)78 916 3606
  • Overview: A boutique, family-run olive estate producing extra virgin olive oil, tapenades, and cured olives with dedicated tasting flights.
  • Opening Hours: Mon–Fri: 09:00–16:00 | Sat: 10:00–14:00 | Sun: Closed
• Owl’s Rest Olive & Lavender Farm (Herbal Distillery) (Map Link)
  • Address: Klaasvoogds West, Robertson, 6705
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 626 1281
  • Details: Specialty boutique farm distilling essential oils (lavender, rose geranium, rosemary) with on-site cordials, herbal tea tastings, and a garden coffee shop.
  • Opening Hours: Mon–Sat: 09:00–16:00 | Sun: Closed

Cultural, Art & Historical Venues

• Robertson Art Gallery (Map Link)
  • Location: 3 Upper Church Street, Robertson
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 626 6420
  • Activities: Exhibition venue featuring contemporary and classical South African fine art, sculptures, and paintings.
• Robertson Museum (Old Magistrate's Court) (Map Link)
  • Location: 50–52 Paul Kruger Street, Robertson
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 626 3681
  • Activities: Local agricultural heritage exhibits, historic wagon displays, and regional history archives.
• McGregor Heritage Society Museum (Map Link)
  • Location: Voortrekker Street, McGregor
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 625 1954 (via Tourism Bureau)
  • Activities: Historical displays of local 19th-century architecture and village history.

River & Adventure Activities

• Viljoensdrift River Cruises & Picnic Barge (Map Link)
  • Location: R317 Road, Robertson
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 615 1908
  • Activities: Guided flat-bottom boat cruises on the Breede River with custom deli picnic baskets.
• Breede River Goose Boat Trips (River Goose Campsite) (Map Link)
  • Address: Farm Eureka, Gelukshoop Road, Bonnievale, 6730
  • Telephone: +27 (0)82 759 5727
  • Activities: Leisurely pontoon boat cruises along the Breede River, river swimming, birdwatching, and custom braai or picnic cruises departing from the campsite waterfront.
  • Opening Hours: Pre-booked trips (weather and river conditions permitting)
• Wine Valley Safari (Map Link)
  • Location: Robertson Railway Station / Local Pickups
  • Telephone: +27 (0)80 021 2178
  • Activities: Hop-on hop-off open-air safari truck trips touring wine farms, olive estates, and local venues.
• Silwerstrand Golf Club (Map Link)
  • Location: R60 Route, Robertson
  • Telephone: +27 (0)23 626 1090
  • Activities: 18-hole championship golf course, clubhouse, and riverfront restaurant.