Fancourt

Fancourt has 4 top-rated Golf Courses:

1. The Outeniqua
2. Montagu
3. Links
4. Bramble


The last named is a public facility.
The Montagu and Outeniqua are very similar in design...
developed and supervised by Gary Player.

Then there is the Oubaai (old Bay) Golf course designed by Ernie Els.
It is a truly magnificent course with an absolutely beautiful setting.
It boasts a residential estate of 322 erven around the golf course while
”The Village” offers apartment living.
I will link you to Oubaai at the bottom of this page.
Because I have no pictures of this course.
Pictures are available by visiting the two sites.

George is located in the Cape Wildflower Floral Kingdom next to the coast. Has a low rainfall Mediterranean type climate with activities to keep you busy all year round... And is at the centre of Natures Garden... nestles at the foot of the Outeniqua Mountains. George is halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth and centre of the Garden Route.


Lakes

Between Knysna and George lies a confluence of Lakes and wetlands.
The bigger lakes are Swartvlei, Rondevlei, Langvlei and Eilandvlei (Translated: Black Lake, Round Lake, Long Lake and Island Lake).
If you are a nature lover visiting the lakes is good for the soul and uplifting.
They are extremely easy on the eye and thought provoking.
Rondevlei connects with Langvlei. They are not fed by rivers...
although Langvlei is connected to the Serpentine River via Eilandvlei, and is seen as estuarine but is mostly cut off from the sea. In the centre of Eilandvlei is the Drommedaris Island.

Seawards dunes forms a natural boundary between the lakes and the Indian Ocean.
Several rivers cut through wetland, lake, dune and sea to empty in the Ocean.
The three last-mentioned lakes form part of the Touw River floodplain.
Tidal fluctuations, when the estuary mouth is open and flooding from the Touw and Duiwe Rivers influences the lakes.
The lakes are usually pristine clear and beautiful to behold...
with reed covered banks and many, many birds.

The Swartvlei and Groenvlei form part of a distinct water system.
The lakes except Groenvlei have some interaction with the ocean and are connected by channels such as the Serpentine River.
Numerous fish species enter the lakes from the sea to breed.
The whole system is sensitive which influence many organisms both in the sea and on land.
Swartvlei is the largest and deepest of the lakes in the Southern Cape.
Very popular with watersport enthusiasts.
Birdwatchers, hikers, mountain bikers and joggers are popular visitors to the lakes.
The Outeniqua mountains are very conspicuous in the background.
Many holiday resorts situated on the Western shores of this enormous expanse of inland salt water cater for all tastes.

Of the five lakes Groenvlei east of Sedgefield is the only truly freshwater lake.
Only rowing boats, canoes and boats with electric motors are allowed on Groenvlei.
Groenvlei forms part of the Goukamma Nature and Marine Reserve.
Indigenous forests grow on the dunes south of the lake.

Milkwoods are predominant and certain species of buck and bushpig inhabit the area.
To conclude it is imperative and most important that conservation be maintained at a very high level so that the ecology and the hydraulics of the water system be maintained. A heritage that must be looked after for future generations to enjoy.

Beaches

Victoria Bay Roughly 9 km east of George, is famous for its surfing, particularly during the winter months.
Its sheltered waters provides safe bathing.
Dolphins are frequently spotted frolicking off the point,
as are Southern Right Whales during the mating and
calving season from June to November.

Herolds Bay

A natural beauty spot 18km southwest of George....
for bathing, safe tidal pool, swimming and fishing.
The rock pools are rich in marine life and provide hours of fascination.
Walks along the cliff tops provide good vantage points for whale and dolphin spotting.

Wilderness

A lovely village approximately 15km east of George...
On the Garden Route. Renowned for its vast stretch of beaches... natural rivers, lakes and estuaries, this pristine coastline is ideal for bird watching and outdoor activities.

Rail Experience

The Outeniqua Choo Tjoe is South Africa's last scheduled mixed steam train service and operates on the Outeniqualand Preserved Railway between George and Knysna... In the heart of the Garden Route.
Declared a preserved line in July 1993, this unique train winds its way through some of the most picturesque scenery in the country.
Through fern covered hills, forests, crossing lakes, streams and the Knysna lagoon on low level bridges, through cutting and tunnels. The landscape unfolds at a leisurely and unhurried pace.
Scenery not visible from the roads comes into view much to the delight of old and young. The leisurely pace provides an opportunity for taking photographs...
An excursion that will stay in your memory for a long time to come and well worth the effort.

Natures Garden

The Garden Route is natures garden and part of the Cape Floral Kingdom...
The world's smallest but richest plant kingdom, boasting some 8500 species, of which 68% occur only in South Africa.
The spectacular Wildflower Show staged by the South Cape Herbarium each year in October is a not-to-be-missed event...
The Garden Route has the largest natural forest area in South Africa...

Oudtshoorn

At George you may decide to visit one of the natural wonders of the world...
The Cango Caves.
The feeling is that visiting the caves is an absolute must. Some will put it more strongly...if you dont visit the caves then you could just as well have stayed at home!

To reach the caves you must travel via the Outeniqua pass to Oudtshoorn.

As Promised here is the link to Oubaai. http://www.oubaai.co.za/