Velddrif Day Itinerary - Velddrif Tourism

Velddrif Day Travel Itineraries

Welcome to Velddrif, a tranquil fishing village where the sea and river meet. A birder’s mecca, fish abound and peace and quiet for your mind. Accommodation and Restaurants info are available at Velddrif Tourism office.

Email: velddriftoerisme@telkomsa.net

Tel: 022 783 1821

1 Day Visit to Velddrif

Activity Description

Bokkomlaan	Visit this historic street where they make Bokkoms (dry, salted fish) the same way as 200 years ago. Bokkomlaan with its tranquil view of the Bergrivier attracts many birders and photographers. Enjoy delicious food at a variety of eateries to choose from. Feast your eyes on art painted by local artists. Tel: 022 783 1821
Boat Trips	Experience the inhabitants of the Wetlands on the Bergrivier with an ideal birding trip. Take a late afternoon cruise and enjoy the beautiful sunset. You are welcome to bring your own refreshments. Xtreme West Coast – 073 832 2923 Tollie’s river cruises – 079 763 6966 Cracklin’ Rosie Tours – 071 897 9611 / 073 627 4908
SA Fisheries Museum	The SA Fisheries Museum is situated in Laaiplek. Meet Felicity Ströhfeldt for a guided tour and information regarding the History of Laaiplek and Velddrif’s fishing industry. Tel: 022 783 2531
Khoi San Salt	Natural unrefined salt, mined 5km north from Velddrif on the Dwarskersbos road. Visit their showroom for a variety of salts to buy. Tel: 022 783 1520

2 Days Visit to Velddrif

Bokkom Tasting	Visit Bokkomlaan for an Bokkom tasting experience. Contact Saralize to book – 083 225 8184
Kokerboom Kaas	Cheese Artisan, David Malan, makes cheese from his home. If you are a cheese lover, this is a definite must do. Book a tasting in advance. David – 082 563 4640 Carolyn – 082 572 1822
Gin Tasting	Poetic License Distillery – A small batch distillery making big, bold gin on the West Coast in South Africa, chin chin! +27 (0)22 125 0568 info@poeticlicense.co.za
Bergrivier Golf Club	Try your luck for a hole in one on the 2^nd tee. Tel: 022 783 0535
Rocherpan Nature Reserve	Bird hides, picnic spot, braai area, accommodation………. This is a seasonal wetland which is dry between March and June, with a marine sanctuary for endangered coastal birds. A popular attraction is the whales that migrate into the bay between July and December
Klein Tafelberg 4×4	For the more adrenaline driven tourists. 4×4 Routes especially for you. Entry by 4×4 only. Stephen Burger – 082 558 4575