Mossel Bay - Coastal Gem between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth

When driving from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, or vice versa, Mossel Bay signifies the halfway mark of your journey. This coastal gem, located on the Garden Route, was once known as Aguada de Sao Bras when the legendary Bartholomew Dias anchored here in 1488. Since then it has developed into a town that has a wonderful balance of preserved history and modern facilities that appeals to most visitors.

The history of Mossel Bay can be explored through attractions such as the Maritime Museum, the Shell Museum, the Cultural Museum and the Post Office building that is estimated to be more than eight hundred years old. Adrenalin junkies flock to Mossel Bay as it offers bungi jumping, horse riding, power boating, ship wreck diving and shark cage diving. Wonderful attractions and activities await visitors in Mossel Bay, as do the great restaurants and comfortable accommodation that will take care of visitors' needs after a long day of exploring the wild side of life.

 



User Comments & Reviews: 1 Comment(s)

Page 1 of 1

peter - 2009-12-24 17:04:07

Mossel Bay is the best place in the world!

Reply to this comment

>> Back to Top





Combine Flights?












Password Reminder

Or sign in using one of the following providers:

Latest Travel Articles

Leshiba Wilderness Nature Reserve

Covering an area of around 90,000 hectares, the Soutpansberg Conservancy was established to prot.... read more

Tomorrow's Leaders Convention 2012 Adds A New Dimension

With the theme of sustainable leadership and an emphasis on mentorship, the 5th annual Tomorrow'.... read more

Tradition and Heritage at Sandstone Estate

The fertile region of the Free State Province located along the little Caledon River on the bord.... read more

Explore the Hanglip Hiking Trail

Forming part of the Soutpansberg mountain range in the Limpopo Province of South Africa, the Han.... read more

Delve into Diamonds at the Cape Town Diamond Museum

Did you know that South Africa produced the largest gem-quality rough diamond ever to be discove.... read more

More Articles