Helderberg – Colour Dots

About time

carynkaleido — Sat, 19 Jun 2021 07:31:16 +0000

At About Time, we offer a one-stop service for all your clock repairs and maintenance. 12-month guarantee on all workmanship. Contact us for a free, no-obligation quote. Paarl

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African Bush wagons

carynkaleido — Thu, 13 Nov 2025 12:36:05 +0000

African Bush Wagons rents out camping trailers, vehicles, and equipment that is affordable yet reliable. We specialise in camping trailer and vehicle rental as well as trip planning. The high cost of buying camping equipment is a huge stumbling block for many. We have made it our vision to make the experience of camping as affordable as possible. 17 Panorama Drive The Links, Somerset West .

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Alpaca Loom and Coffee Shop

carynkaleido — Thu, 29 Apr 2021 12:49:27 +0000

Alpaca Loom and Coffee Shop Hand-weaving of yarn from alpaca wool started three years ago as The Alpaca Loom. Today, the alpaca herd has grown substantially. The fibre is sent for spinning and is then hand-woven or woven on a mechanical loom in small runs on the farm. The Alpaca Loom produces a variety of woven scarves, shawls, blankets, and rugs using the beautiful range of colours that our alpacas produce. Enjoy coffee, cake, and great views. There is a petting zoo and a jungle gym on the farm. Suid Agter Paarl Road; Paarl -33.756173°, 18.911492° 7624

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Ashia Cheetah Conservation

carynkaleido — Fri, 28 Jan 2022 15:47:22 +0000

The Cheetah Centre in Paarl is the hub for Ashia’s Release & Reintroduction Project. Ashia welcomes a few visitors, volunteers, interns & working holiday guests to support or actively contribute to the project’s conservation & research initiatives. Eben Farm 633, Sonstraal Road, Paarl Facebook

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Avondale wine estate

carynkaleido — Fri, 02 Jun 2023 14:29:01 +0000

Avondale Wine Estate’s ethos “Terra Est Vita” refers to a dynamic living system where soil, water, energy; plants, animals, people and even our buildings, are part of a complex web of relationships and networks, interconnected and interdependent. Avondale wines are certified organic and we practice bio-dynamic agriculture. We go beyond both these beneficial systems of natural farming by also using the best 21st-century science, technology, and knowledge to enhance sustainability. Paarl

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Backsberg Wine Estate

carynkaleido — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:11:22 +0000

Backsberg Wine Estate The Back family business was founded in 1902 by Charles Louis Back who came to South Africa as a penniless, illiterate, Jewish refugee from Lithuania. It was later transferred to his son Sydney, Michael, and his son Simon. Over the years the business has gone through many iterations since its purchase by CL Back in 1916. In its 106 years, it has been a mixed farming operation from fruit to grapes and even livestock but today the focus is on the wine business. Celebrating four generations of family ownership, and several years of quality winemaking, Backsberg Family Wines continues to thrive by honouring the past whilst simultaneously forging ahead with forward-thinking holistic practices. Klapmuts Stellenbosch

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Berg River

carynkaleido — Tue, 10 May 2022 18:22:20 +0000

The first Europeans to see the Berg River were on an expedition with bailiff Abraham Gabbema in 1657, having been sent by Jan Van Riebeek to trade with the local Khoi Khoi. He called it the Groot Berg River. The catchment was only developed during the time of Governor Simon van der Stel, who established the first European settlements at Paarl and in the Drakenstein Valley in 1687. Wellington, Franschhoek and Tulbagh were established later as the farmlands expanded. The river rises in the Drakenstein and the Franschhoek mountains. The Berg River was one of many habitats for Hippos. However, in the 1600s, hunters killed them for meat and leather. By the mid-1700s, Governor RykTulbagh introduced a fine for killing a hippo. Despite this, the numbers continued to decline. In 1829, only six Hippos were remaining. The last Hippo was shot in 1869 by Martin Melck when it attacked and killed one of his employees. During summer, water temperatures reach 30°C/86°F, while in the winter, they are at a lower 20°C/68°F. The river is popular with watersport enthusiasts. Waterskiing and canoeing are just two of these sports. Fish commonly caught in the river are : rainbow trout above Franschhoek. Above Paarl the river contains smallmouth bass and carp. The remainder of the river contains carp. Berg River Estuary The Berg River Estuary at the lower stretch of the River is one of four perennial estuaries on the west coast it is the third-largest salt marsh on the Cape Coast. The unique vegetation includes species such as waterblommetjie (Aponogeton distachyos), soutbos (Bassia diffusa), sareegras (Bolboschoenus maritimus), Fish found here include white steenbras (Lithognathus lithognathus) and white stumpnose (Rhabdosargus globiceps). The Berg River Estuary starts 69 km upstream of the river mouth in Velddrif. The estuary and floodplain extend 40 km inland, incorporating many habitats such as mudflats, reedbeds, sandy beaches, Strandveld, and Riverine channels. Bird spotting is particularly good in the mudflats and saltpans. The Western Cape is home to hundreds of bird species. For full identification and seasonal details, see this comprehensive Western Cape bird guide. Berg River Marathon Annually in the first week of of July, The Berg River Canoe Marathon covers 240km from Paarl to the small harbour of Velddrif over four stages info@berg.org.za Berg River Canooze This 2-day, 24km trail is a relaxing river kayak along the Berg River suitable for the entire family. River kayaking opens up a whole world of exploration, and it’s an exciting way to enjoy the scenic beauty and incredible birdlife of the West Coast. Fish found in the river include rainbow trout above Franschhoek, and smallmouth bass and carp above Paarl. Other parts of the river contain carp, Mozambique tilapia, sharptooth catfish and smallmouth bass. See our guide to freshwater fish in the Western Cape. Fishing code of practice The Berg River Dam The Berg River Dam or Autshumato Dam is an embankment dam which was inaugurated in 2009 on the Berg River. The wall is 223 ft high and 929 metres long with a total surface area of 4.88 square kilometres. It has a total capacity of 130,000 megalitres (130 hm3). The dam is the centre of the Berg Water Project. It captures the winter rainfall to store for the use of Capetonians during the dry summer months. The project is a very important part of the Western Cape Water Supply System. This supplies water to over 3 million people. The dam was the first in South Africa to be operated with the guidelines of the World Commission on Dams. It was completed on time and within budget. Planning began in 1989. It was subjected to a rigorous public participation process and debate. Construction began in July 2004. The dam started storing water in July 2007. Towns along the river and in the Berg River municipality include Redelinghuys, Aurora, Porterville, Eendekuil, Goedverwacht, Veldrif and Porterville 33.90240°S 19.057000°E info@berg.org.za

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Berg River Resort

carynkaleido — Sat, 03 Oct 2020 10:52:40 +0000

Berg River resort is on the banks of the Berg River, 19 km from Paarl. Amenities include an outdoor pool, a children’s play area, pool tables, crazy golf, and more. There is an Olympic-sized pool and a smaller one that’s shallow enough for toddlers to splash around in. There is also a waterslide. Boats, canoes, and tubes can be rented on-site. Swimming in the river is safe. Address: Franschhoek Rd 7646 Paarl

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Bernheim Wines

carynkaleido — Sat, 12 Aug 2023 06:36:40 +0000

Bernheim Wines: The House of J.H. Pacas is a 13-hectare farm on the slopes of the beautiful Paarl Mountain. They are known for their red wines, such as: Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Petit Verdot, Shiraz, Merlot and Pinotage. Paarl

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Bikini Bay Bookshop

carynkaleido — Fri, 06 Jan 2023 19:32:01 +0000

Bikini Bay Bookshop is in an old beachfront house. It is overflowing with books, even the outside is stacked with boxes of old books priced to go. Inside are more piles, tables, and shelves full of every kind of book imaginable. There are some new books, but most are second-hand. Gordon’s Bay

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