Location: South Africa » Eastern Cape » Willowmore

Established in 1861, Willowmore was named after William Moore, the owner of the original farm ‘ The Willows’. The town boasts several Victorian and Edwardian buildings. Wool and mohair are the major products of the district

GENERAL INFORMATION

How to get there

Graaff Reinet 170 km, George 170 km, Oudtshoorn 145 km

Banks

Absa, Standard

Average Rainfall – 200 mm

Average Temperatures

Summer Min 14°c Max 33°c; Winter Min 2°c Max 18°c

Dams

Beervlei Flood Control Dam, Wanhoop Dam

NATURE

Baviaanskloof Conservation / Wilderness Area

This mountainous conservation area forms part of the greater Baviaanskloof Conservation Area which covers approximately 218 000 ha

ATTRACTIONS

The Beervlei Flood Control Dam, 27 km north of town offers pleasant picnic areas.

Schildpadbeen

The ‘Wonderboom’

A remarkable wild fig tree outside town on the main road

ACTIVITIES

4x4 Trails

Hiking

Doornkraal Hiking Trail

Please note that this is a vast wilderness area, and hikers should be prepared for eventualities

Pierre Ferreira Trail

View beautiful Karoo vegetation


Accommodation in and around Willowmore

Sederkloof Lodge    accommodation in Willowmore
This venue consists of 6 Luxury stone-and-glass hideaways in the mountains,  with communal lounge and dining areas, pool and bar facilities. Emphasis is on privacy, luxury, delicious food, fine wines and a... More

Kumnandi Lodge Backpackers    accommodation in Willowmore
Kumnandi Lodge (Kumnandi means "that's pleasant") lies in the most beautiful part of Willowmore district in the Eastern Cape at the foot of Aasvoëlberg (Vulture Mountain), the most dominating feature of the l... More

The Willow Historic Guest House    accommodation in Willowmore
Welcome to our Historical Guest House in Willowmore, South Africa. Experience an important piece of South African history in this historic building with Victorian furniture, old world charm and unsurpassed hospitality. Read more about our history her... More

Villa d` Lockyer    accommodation in Willowmore
This delightful lodge is situated in Willowmore on the N9 between Graaff-Reinet and George, lying in the heart of the Little Karoo and the Gateway to the Baviaanskloof. To feel totally welcome, allow u... More

Finchley Farm Cottage    accommodation in Willowmore
Accommodation is in two bedrooms, one with a double bed and the other with two single beds. The cottage also has a lounge with a sleeper couch that can sleep another two persons if required. The kitchen is fully equipped fo... More




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