- Province: Western Cape
- District: Garden Route
- Coordinates:34.033°S 23.233°E
- Area:43.61 km2
- Municipality – Bitou
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Harkerville is located along the Garden Route, just north of Plettenberg Bay and near the N2 highway. The area includes coastal forest, rivers, and wetlands, with trails winding through indigenous trees and fynbos. It is close to the Keurbooms River and Harkerville Lagoon, offering access to hiking, mountain biking, and nature activities. The terrain varies from gentle forest paths to steeper ridges, making it ideal for outdoor enthusiasts of all level
History of Harkerville
The history of this little town dates back to the early 19th century, when it was part of the larger agricultural and forestry activities in the region. The area initially supported timber and farming operations, benefiting from its rich natural resources and favourable climate. The village was named after Robert Charles Harker, who was a Government resident who controlled the affairs of Plettenberg Bay for about 21 years. The family graves can be seen at the cemetery when you do the Plettenberg Bay town day walk.(0825921033) Alternatively, there is the possibility that it was named after a “Hark” Dutch for rake, which was an implement that would have been used on the farms.
The postcode for Harkerville is 6604
Things to See and Do in Harkerville
- Coastal hiking trail
- The Harkerville MTB trail near Knysna is 24 km of 72 per cent single-track trail
- The Bird Hide at Kwendalo
- Do the Harkerville Hop visit vineyards, markets, restaurants, animal sanctuaries, adventures and shops
Resources
Practical information for the Western Cape, regulations, permits and helpful tips. See the Colourdots coastal and nature use guide
Useful Numbers in Harkerville
Residents and visitors can find important local contact numbers below, including police, medical services, utilities, and community facilities
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Emergency Services
- Police:044 501 1900
- Fire: 044 501 3240 / 3251
- Ambulance: 10177
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Medical
- Closest hospital;Mediclinic Plettenberg Bay-044 501 5100
- Pharmacy;Robberg Pharmacy-044 501 4630
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Municipal & Utilities
- Municipality customer care – 044 501 3174/5,
After hours 086 124 8686 - Water: 044 501 3122
- Electricity: 044 501 3000
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Transport & Roads
- Traffic department – 044 501 3240 / 3251
- Road Emergencies / SANRAL: 0800 204 204
- Childline-116
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Community & Safety
- 24-hour Poisons Information Helpline of the Western Cape: 0861 555 777.
- SPCA: PAWS Plett Animal Welfare Service-083 287 9917
- NSRI 087 094 9774
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Local Contacts and Community Resources
- Post office;Plettenberg Bay Post Office-044 533 1260
- Library: New Horizons Public Library-044 501 3128
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Schools in Harerville
- Harkerville Ek Primary School- 044 535 7703
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Other towns and suburbs in the Bitou district include: Keurbooms River; Keurboomstrand; Kranshoek; Kurland village; Natures Valley; Plettenberg Bay, and Wittedrift.
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