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Things To Do
George
Outeniqua Power Van
Chug back in time aboard the Outeniqua Power Van. This trip is ideal for train lovers of all ages and offers an unbeatable insight into the region’s fascinating rail heritage. Climb aboard the vintage rail inspection trolley and relax as it sways and winds up the Outeniqua Mountains. The front bench offers panoramic views of sheer mountain slopes, dripping forests, cascading waterfalls and colourful fynbos. The Power Van departs daily from the Transnet Transport Museum. Pack a picnic. Transnet Transport Museum, 2 Mission Road, George, 6529
Uniondale
Uniondale Bowling Club
Bowls is a target sport, played on a flat grass surface. It is similar in concept to the Italian game of Bocce or the French game Petanque. A ball (bowl) is rolled toward a smaller stationary ball called a jack. The objective is to roll your bowl nearer to the jack than your opponent's bowl. Lawn Bowls can be played by people of all ages and abilities. Join the Uniondale locals in one of their favourite past-times, on Saturdays at 2:30pm or on Tuesday afternoons for Ladies Bowls. Stoneleigh Farm, Uniondale, 6460
Uniondale
Uniondale Tuk-tuk Tours
Dirkie Coetzee is the colourful local guide from Uniondale Tours. Four guests can squash into the bright and bouncy yellow Tuk-Tuk for shorter trips. Dirkie motors leisurely around the town, offering amusing anecdotes about Uniondale. The town boasts 42 churches, an ancient system of furrows and weirs and a dentist who will pull your tooth for R80. Dirkie stops at historical buildings and places of note, to guide you through the town, through the lens of a local who knows it best. Voortrekker Street, Uniondale, 6460
Wilderness
Acrobranch
Exhilarating tree-top adventures await visitors to Acrobranch Garden Route, at Timberlake Organic Village. Venture into the forest canopy to slide, balance, jump, crawl or swing through four action-packed courses. Expect exciting zip-lines, suspended walkways and high wires. Ladders ascend over six metres into the pine forest canopy with beams, tubes and cargo nets to scramble and climb. Acrobranch is a daring and fun adventure for the fit or fearless (age 4 up). Timberlake Organic Village, N2 between Wilderness and Sedgefield, George, 6529
George
Elevate Trampoline Park & Go Cart Track
Action for every age is available at the Elevate Action Centre in George Industria. The centre offers 70 connected trampolines, totalling over 600 square metres of bouncing space. Bounce, flip, tumble or join a game of dodgeball. Dual with jousting sticks over a foam pit. Groups can face-off in a thrilling Go-Cart Race. See the website for session times, bookings and holiday special offers. Trampolining is restricted to children over 4 years and go-carting to those over 12 years. 13 Meul Street, George Industria, George, 6536
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George Wildlife and Animal Park
This is an affordable, educational and fun family outing. Look a mighty lion straight in the eye from behind a safety fence and be awed by its majesty. His partner is an equally impressive white lioness. The park is a safe haven for these and other predators such as Bengal tigers, cheetahs, and caracals, while cheeky meerkats, bunnies and farm animals, such as an extraordinary, large chicken known as Pablo, make up the rest of the residents. Kids can interact with and learn more about these anim N2, Kraaibosch, George, 6529
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Happy Valley
Happy Valley is one of the biggest indoor play centre in the Western Cape, with loads to keep your kids busy for hours no matter what the weather. Come and enjoy a well-earned break while your kids play in a secure and happy environment. Our coffee shop has a large menu of delicious food and beverages for the whole family. Parties are our specialty with loads of fun themes to choose from. 9 Extention St, Pacaltsdorp, George, 6534
George
Garden Route Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Centre
The Garden Route Birds of Prey Rehabilitation Centre rehabilitates injured, sick and orphaned birds of prey. Guided tours offer a rare insight into the lives of these magnificent birds. Inquisitive minds can learn fun facts about falcons, owls, buzzards and their unique adaptations. Tour guides introduce guests to over 30 rescued raptors and there is even an opportunity to hold a friendly Cape Eagle Owl. The centre is non-profit and operates under Cape Nature Conservation regulations. Inside George Wildlife and Animal Park, N2, Kraaibosh, George, 6529
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