Namaqua West Coast Flower Routes

Experience the magic of the Namaqua West Coast region in full bloom. The flower season usually runs from July until early September, but peak viewing periods and blooming areas are weather-dependent. The winter rains and prevailing winds influence where and when the best blooms occur. Normally, the first floral displays can be seen up north, with the spread of flowers moving south as the season continues.

For more information on directions, accommodation and flower updates during the season please get in touch with the tourism office at 082 608 7554 or info@visitnwc.com

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You may think Namaqua West Coast is very remote and laid-back (which it usually is, which makes it perfect for a city escape), but during flower season, it explodes into a hive of tourist activity! So, it is wise to book your accommodation in advance. The Namaqua West Coast is home to some of the most beautiful towns in South Africa, and each town offers a diversity of accommodation, from small and cosy B&Bs to self-catering farm stays to larger lodges.

Follow the link and book your stay https://visitnwc.com/accommodation/

ClanFlora App – A must for the Flower Season:  A free mobile app to assist you in identifying wildflowers!

The Flower app will be your best friend this flower season. On the app, you can search according to colour, shape, region and size. You can also bookmark the flowers you have seen!

Download it for free at your app store. (The Clanflore is currently only available to Android mobiles).

Suggestions when viewing flowers:

  • The rainfall and the absence of warm berg winds determine the duration of the flower season (mass and quality). Nature does not take orders from anyone!
  • Experience the full beauty of the flowers between 11:00 and 15:00 during the warmest part of the day.
  • Flowers turn their faces towards the sun. The sun should therefore be behind you when you view the flowers.
  • Never remove plants, bulbs or flowers from the veld – it is illegal to do so.
VREDENDAL (& Vanrhynsdorp) NAMAQUA WEST COAST TOURISM OFFICE

P.O. Box 1000,
3 Church Street, Vredendal, 8160

+27 (0) 27 201 3376
wine@visitnwc.com
www.visitnwc.com

24-hour line: 082 608 7554