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    My Best Things to Do near Elgin

    19 March 2023 - By 

    Elgin is one of the most beautiful valleys in all of South Africa. Hidden away in the Overberg Region, this fertile valley is famous for its fruit production, accommodation offerings, outdoor adventures and of course, its delicious cool climate wines. In the past few years, I have had the pleasure of visiting Elgin (and its immediate surrounds) and enjoying some incredible experiences here. So, for this post, I am sharing my best things to do near Elgin. In the hopes that you, too, discover a little slice of paradise on earth in Elgin… 1. Visit the Elgin Railway Market –…

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    Review: Elgin Adventure Centre’s Exhilarating Tours

    6 November 2019 - By 

    Owned and run by Ryan and his wife, Tamaryn, Elgin Adventure Centre is an adventure-focused eco tour company, situated in Elgin. Naturally, they are famous for their fun segway tours. But did you know they also offer incredible bike tours? Elgin Adventure Centre’s exciting tours are – like their sister tours, Cape Canopy Tour Elgin Grabouw – unmissable local attractions. Best of all? Both of these phenomenal tour experiences take you through the heart of green Elgin Valley. This is your chance to ride through Oak Valley, one of the most famous wine estates in the Western Cape… Simply put,…