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The Natural Adventure Destination... conservation, beaches, mountains, outdoor activities, community. There is a photobooth and a children's play area.

Gansbaai’s Visitor Information Centre has everything you need to know to make your visit enjoyable and memorable. Visit or contact the friendly, professional team to assist with any local recommendations, queries or contact numbers. The Info Centre also has a relaxation lounge where you can stroll around and view the information posters, relax in the library or visit the historical section. In addition, there is a functions hall that can accommodate up to 80 pax.

04/09/2026

Due to anticipated bad weather Gansbaai Market is cancelled tomorrow, Saturday, 5 September. The team will be back next Saturday.

See you next week!

02/09/2026

Gansbaai Tourism represented the Overstrand at the RTO Forum where Wesgro (Western Cape's Agency for Tourism, Trade And Investment) and DEDAT (Western Cape Department Of Economic Development & Tourism) provided some fascinating updates.

Image: left to right: Julia Louw (Wesgro - Head of Leisure Tourism), Patricia Menge (Gansbaai Tourism representing Cape Whale Coast Tourism) and Jacques Stoltz (Director: Tourism at DEDAT).

FROM THE MUNICIPAL MANAGER'S DESK:

TOURISM TEAMS JOIN FORCES
Overstrand Municipality’s Cape Whale Coast Tourism Office attended the Wesgro Regional Tourism Organisation Winter Forum in Arniston on 26 August 206, bringing together tourism representatives from across the Western Cape.
With the theme “Unlocking Tourism Growth in the Western Cape”, the forum looked at what is happening in tourism and, more importantly, how the province can turn opportunities into real growth.
Julia Louw, Wesgro Head of Leisure Tourism, shared insights into changing visitor trends and what travellers are looking for, while Jacques Stoltz, Director: Tourism at DEDAT, provided an update on tourism projects and support available to the industry.
The message for Overstrand is clear: there is plenty to build on. With a strong tourism offering already in place, the focus is now on finding new ways to package and promote what we have.
If we start thinking differently and working together, there are exciting opportunities to create experiences that encourage visitors to stay longer and explore more. This could include everything from local food and heritage to outdoor adventures and meeting the people who make the Overstrand special.
By working with neighbouring tourism regions and local tourism businesses, we can also create better itineraries for visitors while opening up more opportunities for small businesses and job creation.
Tourism Growth Fund
Tourism businesses can also make use of the Western Cape Government’s Tourism Growth Fund, which has R7 million available during the 2026/27 financial year for qualifying tourism projects.
The fund supports tourism infrastructure, product and business development projects across the province. Applications are currently open, and businesses are encouraged to check the requirements carefully and ensure that all required documents are submitted.
Overstrand tourism stakeholders are encouraged to find out more through the Western Cape Government website or from the Overstrand Tourism offices in Gansbaai, Hermanus, Stanford and Kleinmond.
Issued by:
Edward Jantjies, Overstrand Acting Municipal Manager

01/09/2026

Vandag vier ons ’n baie spesiale mylpaal — Strandskloof Caravan Park is "Sweet 16"! Geluk met 'n wonderlike mylpaal. Veels geluk met die verjaardag aan die beste karavaanpark in die Wes-Kaap, aangewys deur die Western Cape Resorts Association en LekkeR Kampplekke.
16 jaar van kamp, lag, vriendskappe, onvergeetlike oomblikke en wonderlike herinneringe by Strandskloof. tussen pragtige melkhoutbome en fynbos, knus teen die Franskraalberg en met 'n uitsig oor die see en Dyer-eiland, bied aan kampeerders geriewe wat pas by die atmosfeer van die Strandveld.

Gansbaai is trots om in julle vieringe te deel. Veels geluk met die soet sestiende verjaardag!

ENGLISH:
Today we are celebrating a very special milestone — Strandskloof Caravan Park is "Sweet 16"! Congratulations on a wonderful milestone.
Happy birthday to the best caravan park in the Western Cape, as awarded by the Western Cape Resorts Association and LekkeR Kampplekke.
16 years of camping, laughter, friendships, unforgettable moments, and wonderful memories at Strandskloof. Nestled among beautiful milkwood trees and fynbos, snug against the Franskraal Mountain and overlooking the sea and Dyer Island, it offers campers amenities that perfectly complement the atmosphere of the Strandveld.

Gansbaai is proud to share in your celebrations. Happy "Sweet 16" Birthday!

31/08/2026

'n Muurskildery van die Danger Point-vuurtoring op die Overtek Computers-gebou in Gansbaai. Wat 'n pragtige uitbeelding, geskilder deur ons ongelooflik talentvolle GGAP-vrywilligerspan! Dankie aan Antje, Toni en die span van GGAP vir hierdie meesterstuk.

As dit jou inspireer, het jy geluk: die Danger Point-vuurtoring sal op 24 September vir die publiek oop wees.
Dit is 'n uitstekende geleentheid om hierdie ikoniese baken te besoek en 'n stukkie van Gansbaai se maritieme erfenis te ervaar.

Bly gerus vir die Erfenis-naweek. Daar heers 'n ware feesatmosfeer in Gansbaai!

Fynbos Walvisse Kunsuitstallings Markte Kundige praatjies Prettige uitkapkompetisies Walvisse Supertube en putt-putt Visvangkompetisie Gholfdag Haaie Vuurtoring Akkommodasie-aanbiedinge Restaurant-aanbiedinge Begeleide natuurstaptogte Sonsondergange op die strand Braaie...en nog baie meer.

Skakel Gansbaai-toerisme by 028 384 8336 of hou ons sosialemediaplasings dop vir al die aktiwiteite tydens die Erfenis-naweek.

Stanford In Bloom, Gansbaai-fees, die Walvisfees, Elim-blommefees. Bespreek nou jou verblyf om teleurstelling te voorkom.
Dit gebeur alles aan die Kaapse Walviskus – van laat September tot in Oktober.

ENGLISH:
Danger Point Lighthouse wall mural on the Overtek Computers building in Gansbaai. What an exquisite rendition painted by our incredibly talented GGAP volunteer team. Thank you Antje, Toni and the team from GGAP.

If this inspires you, you're in luck. Danger Point Lighthouse will be open on the 24th September to the public.
This is a great opportunity to visit this iconic landmark and experience some of Gansbaai's maritime heritage.

Stay for Heritage weekend. Festival vibes happening in Gansbaai!
The theme is "From fire to renewal. Together".

Fynbos Whales Art Exhibitions Markets Expert talks Fun hacking competitions Whales Supertube and putt-putt Fishing competition Golf day Sharks Accommodation Specials Lighthouse Restaurant Specials Guided Nature Walks Beach sunsets Braais....and so much more.

Call Gansbaai Tourism on 028 384 8336 or watch out social media posts for all the Heritage Weekend activities.

Stanford In Bloom, Gansbaai Festival, The Whale Festival, Elim Blommefees. Book your accommodation now to avoid disappointment.
It's all happening on the Cape Whale Coast end of September into October.

21/08/2026

Just another beautiful day in Gansbaai immersing ourselves in the breathtaking surrounds on both land and sea.

Whales, sharks, pincushion proteas, sunbirds, black oystercatchers, heritage caves, waves crashing against rocks, birdsong in the forest, horse riding on the beach, finding new discoveries in the rock pools, sundowners on the beach, quiet moments overlooking fynbos mountain passes, fat biking on the dunes...a smorgasbord of delights awaits you.

Thank you Ansell Expeditions for sharing these images with us....just another beautiful day in Gansbaai.

https://www.facebook.com/100080743961916/photos/

14/08/2026

Daar is wonderlike geleenthede dié naweek. Dit is die Internasionale Vuurtoringnaweek en ons Danger Point-vuurtoring neem deel aan internasionale radio-uitsendings tussen vuurtorings regoor die wêreld. Kom luister na interessante feite oor ons ongelooflike vuurtoring en sy geskiedenis wat jy waarskynlik nog nie ken nie. Daar sal ook storievertellers wees om jou vrae te beantwoord. Versnaperinge en koffie is beskikbaar.

Ons Gansbaai Groeneweide-Parkrun hervat môre, Saterdag 15 Augustus! Bring jou kinders, honde en bure saam en geniet die pragtige omgewing. 'n Fantastiese manier om die naweek te begin!

Sluit by die Birkenhead-bootklub aan vir hul maandelikse byeenkoms.

Sluit elke Woensdag by die Lighthouse 2 Lighthouse-dames aan vir 'n stap van 5 km.

Daar gebeur meer in die loop van die volgende week. Kyk na die plakkate vir meer inligting.

Geniet 'n fantastiese naweek, Gansbaai.

13/08/2026

Hier is 'n uitstekende geleentheid vir Gansbaai en ons besighede, nie-winsgewende organisasies en entrepreneurs. Vroeë indiening word aangemoedig terwyl daar nog begroting in die fonds beskikbaar is.

Here is an incredible opportunity for Gansbaai and our businesses, NGO’s and entrepreneurs. Early submission is encouraged whilst the fund has budget available.

Tourism Growth Fund – Applications Open

The Tourism Growth Fund has R7 million available in the 2026/27 financial year to support qualifying tourism projects.
Applications are open with no fixed closing date and will remain open until all funding has been allocated. As grants are awarded on a rolling basis, early applications are strongly encouraged.

The Fund provides co-funding for high-impact tourism projects that improve visitor infrastructure, develop new tourism experiences, and strengthen tourism SMMEs through business development and market access. Priority is given to projects that address infrastructure gaps, enhance visitor experiences, and support growth in areas such as farm and food tourism, village heritage, wellness, jewel towns, and Western Cape trails.

Eligible applicants include Western Cape municipalities, tourism organisations, destination management organisations, NGOs/NPOs, and registered tourism businesses and SMMEs operating in the province.

Gansbaai Tourism supports the collaboration of stakeholders who meet the criteria where the project will enhance our tourism offering in the greater Gansbaai area. This is a great opportunity to uplift our community and our tourism offering. Early submission is encouraged whilst the fund has budget available.
Please follow the link here https://www.westerncape.gov.za/edat/tourism-growth-fund

11/08/2026

Dit is Internasionale Vuurtoring naweek hierdie naweek, 15 en 16 Augustus. Gansbaai se Danger Point-vuurtoring is een van die internasionale deelnemers. Die radio-operateur ter plaatse sal met honderde vuurtorings regoor die wêreld kommunikeer.

Ons geskiedenis. Ons erfenis. Ons unieke verhaal.
Kom leer meer oor fassinerende feite by ons kundiges op die perseel.
Tannie Lizbe Jooste se beroemde jaffles is by die snoepie beskikbaar, saam met warm sjokolade en koffie om jou warm te hou.

TYD: 10:00 tot 14:45.

International Lighthouse Weekend this weekend, 15 and 16 August. Our Gansbaai Danger Point Lighthouse is one of the international participants. Our radio operator on site will be communicating with hundreds of lighthouses around the world.

Our history. Our heritage. Our unique story. Find out some fascinating facts from our onsite experts.
Tannie Lizbe Jooste’s famous jaffles available at the tuck shop together with hot chocolate and coffee to keep you warm.

TIME: 10:00 – 14:45

ABOUT INTERNATIONAL LIGHTHOUSE WEEKEND
International Lighthouse and Lightship Weekend (ILLW) is an annual 48-hour global amateur radio event held on the third full weekend of August, running from 00:01 UTC on Saturday until 24:00 UTC on Sunday. The event brings together amateur (ham) radio operators at more than 500 lighthouses and lightships across over 40 countries, where they make radio contacts, promote amateur radio, and celebrate the rich maritime heritage associated with these iconic navigational landmarks.
This event also helps raise public awareness of the historical and cultural significance of lighthouses and lightships, while encouraging their preservation for future generations. By combining amateur radio with maritime history, the event attracts thousands of operators, volunteers, lighthouse enthusiasts, and visitors from around the world each year.

Find out more on the official website https://www.lighthouse-weekend.international/
Take a look at the 2026 entrants.
Our Danger Point callsign is ZS1OAR. (By the way, the "O" is a letter not a number).

06/08/2026

Opwindende nuus! Sluit aan by die *Rewilding Greater Gansbaai*-fees van 24 tot 26 September. Laat jou inspireer... Saam van vuur na vernuwing.
Groeneweide-plaas, Franskraal, Gansbaai.
Natuurtoere, kunsuitstallings, 'n mark met handgemaakte produkte en kosstalletjies, Alien Army-koffie, boeiende praatjies oor bewaring, vrywilligersgeleenthede (ook buite die feesterrein) saam met ons bewaringsvennote, aktiwiteite vir kinders en nog baie meer in en om Gansbaai vind plaas tydens hierdie Erfenis-naweek...

Vier die bekendstelling van hierdie opwindende alliansie van gemeenskapsbewaringsbewustes – bewaringsgebiede, grondeienaars en vrywilligersgroepe uit die gemeenskap – en kom geniet die pret saam.
Vir meer inligting, skakel of stuur 'n WhatsApp na 082 301 9041.

Exciting News! JOIN THE REWILDING GREATER GANSBAAI FESTIVAL 24 to 26 SEPTEMBER. Be inspired...From Fire To Renewal Together.
Groeneweide Farm, Franskraal, Gansbaai.
Nature tours, Art exhibitions, Artisan Market and food stalls, Alien Army coffee, fascinating conservation talks, off site volunteer events with our conservation partners, Kid's activities and so much more happening in and around Gansbaai on this Heritage weekend...

Celebrate the launch of this exciting alliance of community conservationists - Conservancies, land owners and resident volunteer groups - and come and join in the fun.

For more information call or WhatsApp 082 301 9041.

05/08/2026

CELEBRATE WOMAN'S DAY THIS SATURDAY. Visit Gansbaai Market behind the library for specials and surprises! Follow the music.

Let's celebrate all the lovely ladies in our lives.
Lots of goodies and something for everyone!
Come and support our local entrepreneurs.

Music! Sit down or takeaway. Fun shopping for gifts and goodies and household items!
Play area for the children.

Where locals meet. See you there!

Address

Great White Junction, Main Road
Gansbaai
7220

Opening Hours

Monday	07:45 - 17:00
Tuesday	07:45 - 17:00
Wednesday	07:45 - 17:00
Thursday	07:45 - 17:00
Friday	07:45 - 17:00
Saturday	09:00 - 14:00

Telephone

+27283848336

Website

https://xplorio.com/gansbaai/gansbaai-tourism/

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