The Disa River Waterfall - Betty's Bay, Whale Coast
Disa River Waterfall at the Harold Porter National Botanical Garden, Betty's Bay, Whale Coast. © Derek Keats, LicenseThe Disa River Waterfall - Betty's Bay, Whale Coast
The Disa River waterfall can be found on the Disa River trail in the Harold Porter National Botanical Gardens in Betty's Bay on the Western Cape's Whale Coast. The trail follows the Disa River (named after the red Disa orchids which flower on the cliff faces) up as far as this beautiful waterfall. The waterfall which is easily accessible by wheelchair is best viewed in the winter months when the river torrents over the rocky lip and falls into a 16 metre deep pool below. Although quite clear the amber water turns into an ink black mass only a metre or two below the surface of the pool and visibility becomes zero. The waterfall is accessed by a Z shaped bridge which was originally built above the weir in the 1950s. The bridge enabled easy crossing of the river to view the waterfall and to allow the materials for the dam, which was built above the waterfall, to be carried in.
This is a very easy short trail - 950 m from the entrance to its destination at the waterfall, about 30 minutes each way. It leads along the western side of the garden, over the Olive May Porter Bridge, and into a wooded area which is a haven for many bird species. This whole route is accessible for wheelchair users and parents with little ones in push-chairs and definitely well worth the effort.
The Gardens are open from Monday to Friday 08:00 to 16:30 and 08:00 to 17:00 on weekends and public holidays.
Accommodation Near The Disa River Waterfall - Betty's Bay, Whale Coast
Destiny 3510
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Betty's Bay
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Merlon
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Betty's Bay
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Dreams
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Pringle Bay
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Spatalla
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Kleinmond
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Chalet 10 - Meerensee
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Fisherhaven
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Cheverells Farm Cottages
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Elgin Valley Area
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Lavender Cottages & Libertas House
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Elgin Valley Area
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Bikini Beach Manor
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Gordon's Bay
19.3km from The Disa River Waterfall - Betty's Bay, Whale CoastBikini Beach Manor provides luxury self catering accommodation in Gordons Bay, Cape Town. If you are looking for a relaxing retreat of good quality then look no further as you have arrived! Bikini Beach Manor is a 4-storey 1200m2 modern contemporary... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Bayview Gordons Bay
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Gordon's Bay
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The Blue Marine Luxury Self Catering
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Gordon's Bay
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- Bettys Bay - Main Beach (2.27km)
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