The Ceres Valley is a scenic 90-minute drive from Cape City. The snowfall right here is unpredictable and normally arrives between April and September with August being the height of the winter season. That’s normally if you’ll discover the mountains coated in snow.
As a precaution, there’s a Snow Survival Information. This information offers you with all the data wanted for secure and simple journey within the Ceres Valley through the snow season.
This particular valley is known as Little Switzerland and can assure you breathtaking views. Locals and guests will take pleasure in snow-covered peaks that they will take pleasure in with family and friends. You’ll be able to select from quite a lot of snow associated actions at Matroosberg, the second-highest peak within the province. Actions embody snowboarding, snowboarding, constructing snowmen, making snow angels and collaborating in snowball fights. It’s possible you’ll want a 4×4 to discover if the snow will get heavy.
This South African valley is thought for apples, pears, figs, grapes, pomegranates and cherries. With loads of these deciduous fruits readily available, in addition they make dried fruit and fruit juices and have pure spring water in abundance.
There are different issues to do to preserve your self entertained. You’ll be able to go to the Ceres Zipline, the Aquila Recreation Reserve, Loxtonia Cider and Klondyke Farm Cottages to choose some cherries.
What to pack for a Ceres winter?
A number of the gadgets are apparent like a winter coat, jerseys and cardigans however don’t neglect to place in fleece clothes and thermals, heat tops, leggings and winter socks. No matter you do, don’t neglect to pack boots and equipment like beanies, earmuffs, scarves and gloves to maintain you heat and toasty.
How do I get to Ceres?
The one technique to get to Ceres is by highway. There aren’t any trains or planes going there so pack in some snacks and take pleasure in your journey to the crisp valley of Ceres.
A taxi will price roughly R600, whereas a self-drive can be roughly R300.
The place to remain
The Klondyke Cherry Farm is a beautiful place to remain and discover the comfortable valley of Ceres. They’ve just a few self-catering cottages often known as the Duckpond cottages, the Cherry Cottage and the Farmhouse. Every cottage has an inside hearth and an out of doors braai. The cottages are totally geared up however there aren’t any televisions. You too can camp on the property.
Footage: Klondyke Cherry Farm
Deal with:
Klondyke Cherry Farm
Bo-Swaarmoed
Telephone:
087 550 0232
Costs:
Duckpond Cottage
R800 pn for 2, R450 pn for 1 individual.
A minimal of two nights keep throughout weekends
Cherry Cottage
R1 400 pn for 4.
A minimal of two nights keep throughout weekends
The Farmhouse
R1 950 pn, minimal 2 nights
A minimal of two nights keep
The Chantilly Visitor Home is a heat and pleasant surroundings appropriate for self catering in a basic Cape Gabled dwelling. You’ll be able to heat up by the fireside or benefit from the backyard, glowing pool, fountain and solar loungers. There are B&B amenities out there for anybody who needs a contact of luxurious.
Image: The Chantilly Visitor Home
Deal with:
18 Alheit Avenue
Ceres
6835
Telephone:
083 441 9532
Costs:
A single suite will price you, R650 – R800
A double suite will price you, R800 – R1000
A single B&B will price you, R650
A double B&B will price you, R700
Breakfast is obtainable at R75pp
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