Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden Route
View from the Outeniqua Pass towards George. © Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden Route
The Outeniqua Pass, located near George in the Western Cape, South Africa, is a historic and scenic mountain pass that has played a significant role in the region’s transportation and development. The pass is situated in the Outeniqua Mountains and provides a vital link between the coastal town of George and the interior regions of the Western Cape, including towns such as Oudtshoorn.
The construction of the Outeniqua Pass began in the early 20th century, with the first phase completed in 1951. It was designed to facilitate easier access through the rugged terrain of the Outeniqua Mountains, replacing older, more challenging routes. The pass was built to improve transportation for both people and goods, significantly enhancing the connectivity of the region and contributing to its economic development.
The Outeniqua Pass is known for its breathtaking views and picturesque landscapes. It winds through lush forests, rugged mountain terrain, and offers panoramic vistas of the surrounding valleys and peaks. The pass is a popular route for travelers and tourists, providing not only a practical transportation link but also a scenic drive through one of South Africa’s most beautiful regions. Its historical significance and natural beauty make it a noteworthy landmark in the Garden Route area.
Accommodation Near Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden Route
Burrough Place
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Heatherlands, George
6.4km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteBurrough Place provides bed and breakfast accommodation in George, Garden Route. Situated in Heatherlands, George, in the spectacular Garden Route, Burrough Place is a Guesthouse that is on the main road when entering George from the Outeniqua Pass (N9). …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
African Sun Guest House
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in George - Central
6.6km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteAfrican Sun Guest House provides bed and breakfast accommodation and self catering accommodation in George, Garden Route. African Sun offers a relaxing atmosphere and a beautiful view of the Outeniqua mountains, it is a small holding where guests can... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Over The Mountain Guest Farm
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Herold
6.7km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteOver the Mountain Guest Farm offers both bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in the secluded hamlet of Herold on the famous Route 62 and part of South Africa's sublime Garden Route. We offer comfortable accommodation in five historic... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Ibis Place Guesthouse
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in George - Central
7.1km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteIbis Place Guesthouse provides bed and breakfast and self catering accommodation in George, Garden Route. Overlooking the Outeniqua Mountains, it is situated in the middle of the Garden Route only 10 minutes from the George CBD... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Serendipity Coastal Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Ballots Bay, George
17.4km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteSerendipity Coastal Lodge offers self catering accommodation in Ballots Bay, Wilderness, Garden Route. Located in a Private Nature Reserve in Ballots Bay,between George and Wilderness. Serendipity Lodge is a luxury log home with spectacular sea and moun …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Glenkarma
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in George Area
17.6km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteGlenkarma offers a wonderful self catering home (sleeps 9) located in Glentana Heuwels, Groot Brakrivier, close to George in the Western Cape's Garden Route. The house sleeps 9 guests and consist of 4 bedrooms, full kitchen, dining room, three living... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cliff Top Houses - The Cat's Whiskers
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Ballots Bay, George
17.7km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteCliff Top Houses - The Cat's Whiskers provides self catering accommodation in Ballots Bay near Victoria Bay in the Wilderness area, Garden Route. (Sleeps 6). This spectacular self catering home was designed by multi-award winning architect Henry Paine... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Coastal Bliss
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Ballots Bay, George
17.8km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteCoastal Bliss is a beautiful log home (sleeps 6) situated in the private nature reserve of Ballots Bay, situated in George South Africa. The reserve has many indigenous plants and fauna and animals such as Zebra, Wildebeast, Springbok, Impala... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Cliff Top Houses - The Bees Knees
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Ballots Bay, George
17.9km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteCliff Top Houses - The Bees Knees provides self catering accommodation in Ballots Bay, near Victoria Bay, in the Wilderness area, Garden Route. (Sleeps 4). "The Bee’s Knees" is situated in a protected nature reserve surrounded by sea, forest and fynbos. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Seaside Bliss
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Groot Brakrivier
18.4km from Outeniqua Pass - nr George, Garden RouteSeaside Bliss provides self catering accommodation in Glentana between Great Brak River and George in the Garden Route, Western Cape. This magnificent beachfront self catering home, is ideally situated in the seaside village of Glentana and close to... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
- Mont Fleur Mountain Estate (4.24km)
- Blanco, George (4.72km)
- Fancourt, George (5.82km)
- Heather Park, George (5.96km)
- Heatherlands, George (6.34km)
- Earls Court Lifestyle Estate (6.67km)
- Glen Barrie, George (6.70km)
- Herold (6.75km)
- King George Park (7.35km)
- Campher's Drift (7.44km)
- Dormehls Drift (7.66km)
- Fernridge (7.80km)
- Kingswood Golf Estate (7.88km)
- Rooirivier-Rif (7.98km)
- Bodorp, George (8.21km)
- Old Toll House Montagu Pass - nr George, Garden Route (2.35km)
- Fancourt Golf Estate - George, Garden Route (5.82km)
- Redberry Farm - George, Garden Route (6.31km)
- George Golf Club - Garden Route (6.89km)
- The Links at Fancourt - George, Garden Route (6.91km)
- George Hospital - Garden Route (7.16km)
- Garden Route Botanical Garden - George (7.70km)
- George Museum - George, Garden Route (7.93km)
- Old Slave Tree, George, Garden Route (8.00km)
- Outeniqua Transport Museum - George, Garden Route (9.49km)
- George Airport - George, Garden Route (10.76km)
- Garden Route Dam - George, Garden Route (12.55km)
- Garden Route Mall - George, Garden Route (13.32km)
- Oubaai Golf Club - Herolds Bay, George, Garden Route (15.18km)
- Blydskap Private Nature Reserve - George, Garden Route (16.39km)
- Kaaimans Rivier Gorge Private Nature Reserve - Wilderness, Garden Route (17.58km)
