| Location: South Africa » Western Cape » West Coast This bay, the largest on the west coast and the centre of the South African commercial fishing industry, was given its name by Portuguese navigator Vasco da Gama, who ancorhed his four ships here on 7 November 1497, the day of St Helena. This was his pioneer voyage from Europe to the East and he and his men had been at sea for four months. Plenty of fresh water was available from a number of fountains between the sea and the first row of hills. It was here that the first clash between Europeans and the indigenous people of southern Africa took place when a crew member was involved in a brawl with a group of Khoikhoi. Da Gama himself is reputed to have been wounded by an assegai in this encounter. The main marine products are lobster, snoek, anchovies and pilchards. About a dozen processing factories are strewn all along the south western coastline, from Stompneus Bay to the mouth of the Berg River, including settlements such as West Point, Shady Point and Steenbergs Cove. * Because of the configuration of the bay and the location of St Helena, it is the only town along the west coast for which the sun rises over the sea. * The Vasco da Gama monument is located more or less where the Portuguese explorer landed in 1497. Accommodation in and around West Coast Croeso Welcome Guest House accommodation in West Coast Situated in the Country Club, within a 2-3 km radius of beach,shops,restaurants,West Coast National Park and golf c ourse.We have 5 rooms available,some with bed and breakfast or self catering options, at very reasonable rates.... More
Sandra s Guest House accommodation in West Coast Just off the beach – Situated in the idyllic West Coast holiday town of Langebaan, Sandra’s Guest House is the perfect retreat for your getaway. Come to stay, relax, kick your shoes off and just enjoy the tranquility of Langeba... More
The Lodge Guest House accommodation in West Coast Experience real country living. The Lodge is surrounded by a beautiful garden and huge shady trees. During the summer, the wrap-around veranda is an idyllic place to laze during the heat of the day. In wintertime, the fire in the guest lounge, with i... More
Harrison's House accommodation in West Coast Harrison's House offers the traveller:• A hearty continental and cooked breakfast served in the cozy tiled-floor breakfast room, furnished and decorated with great style, that overlooks the courtyard and heated pool. Or, if you wish and... More
Baviana Beach Lodge accommodation in West Coast Your hosts Archibald and Belinda would like to give you a warm and hearty West Coast welcome to the Baviana Beach Lodge & Holiday Houses Website. Situated in the very heart of the beautiful and pristine Jacobsbaai, the comfortably appointed Bavia... More
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Draaihoek Lodge & Restaurant accommodation in West Coast Draaihoek Lodge is a luxurious 4 star resort situated on the West Coast close to Elands Bay - a unique ecological setting. Extending a warm welcome to visitors seeking West Coast spring flowers, endless beachwalks in the c... More
Bushmanskloof Wilderness Reserve accommodation in West Coast Under watchful African skies, rugged and yet graceful, a land once the very cradle of humankind has been rediscovered and brought to life . . . Bushmans Kloof, the heartbeat of an African wilderness . . . the rebirth of a long forgotten land. Immense... More
Van Eeden Accommodation accommodation in West Coast SKULPIES - Apartment for 6 people + babyFully equipped self catering unit.3 bedrooms (2 doublebeds, 2 singlebeds + Cot) Chest freezer, Dstv, Wireless internet, Indoor braai facility, No seaview from inside the house. Safe off-street parking. Cot avai... More
Baywatch Villa Collection accommodation in West Coast Baywatch Villa Collection is just a few meters from the beach offering stunning accommodation.Tourism Grading Council 3 Star and 4 StarAA Accommodation Rating “Superior"Assuring you of quality accommodation.We are situated in Paternoster, ... More
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