Explore George
George is nestled in the heart of the Garden Route. This beautiful city lies halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth and is known for it,s breathtaking scenery. It is only a stone throw away from endless stretches of beautiful and pristine beaches. George is home to the majestic Outeniqua Mountains, Fynbos forests and the coastline of the Indian Ocean and is also referred to as one of South Africa’s most beautiful cities. George also offers a golfing experience that is comparable with the very best in the world.
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Currency & Time Zone
Cuisine
Meals
A meal for 2 at an inexpensive restaurant will be around R150, and a three-course meal at a midrange restaurant will be around R500 excluding drinks.Drinks
Local beers are around R25 and locally produced wines around R130 per Bottle.
Transportation
Taxis
Metered taxis have an initial fee of R30 and R10 thereafter per kilometer.General Transport
There is no public transport available in George. A small 5-seater hatchback car will be around R600 per day including basic insurance.Things to do in George
Explore the Montagu and Outeniqua Passes and the Pacaltsdorp Stone Church, which is the oldest church in George. Other must-see attractions include the Railway Museum, the Hop Route and the Museum. Take a view of the beautiful greenery of the Garden Route Botanical Garden at the top of Caledon Street. Golfing is a huge attraction in George, with world-class golf courses such as the George Golf Club, Oubaai, Fancourt and Kingswood. This makes it easy to see why George is the golfing hub of the Garden Route and often referred to as ‘Golfer,s Paradise’. G
Medical Precautions
Recommended Vaccines
These recommended vaccines need to be taken 4-8 weeks prior to departure:
- Hepatitis A
- Hepatitis B
- Yellow Fever
- Cholera
- Rabies
Top 10 Packing Essentials
- Hiking shoes
- Quick dry towel
- Sunscreen
- First Aid Kit
- Mosquito repellent
- Camera
- Water bottle
- Binoculars
- Waterproof bag
- Sun hat
