It has a maritime climate, with moderately hot summers, and mild to chilly winters. This is one of the places in South Africa where the rainfall occurs throughout the year.
By plane South African Airways has regular flights to George. The nearest international airport is in Cape Town By car The Garden Route is easily reached from Cape Town : east on the N2 highway Durban, Port Elizabeth : west on the N2 highway Pretoria, Johannesburg, Bloemfontein : south on the the N1 then the N9 Kimberley : south on the N12 The N2 is the main highway that passes through the Garden Route, connecting Cape Town with Port Elizabeth. By bus The main companies offer regular services along the Garden Route from Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. The region is also on the Baz Bus route.
Garden Route is a paradise for shopaholics. There are numerous places where you can shop like : -
→ Jacana : - You can buy African Curios here.
→ Langeberg Mall : - Langeberg Mall is a popular open air mall.
→ Milkwood Village : - Milkwood Village is situated close to the Wilderness train station. It showcases a range of curios, clothing and accessories.
→ Feathers Gallery : - Feathers Gallery provides you a wonderful shopping experience.
→ Renett's Candle Studio : - This place also offers a wide range of souvenirs.
Some of the merry-making times in Garden Route are : -
√ Hartenbos Wine Festival
√ Eden Wolwedans Festival
√ Pick 'n Pay Knysna Oyster Festival.
Garden Route
