Porterville is the only region in South Africa where the very rare Disa Uniflora flower is found. Go paragliding, hiking or taste organically produced wines.
Located on the West Coast Way Berg Route
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.Porterville is a town famous for the rarest of flowers and picturesque mountains
Porterville is located on the West Coast Way Berg Route. Flying under the banner “Enjoy Our Heritage”, Porterville is a picturesque Cape West Coast town located at the foot of the Olifants River Mountains.
The region around Porterville is famous as the only place where the very rare Uniflora Disa, a beautiful yellow flower, can be found. Even more remarkable is Porterville’s small sulphur yellow Disa colony – the only one of its kind in the world.
Porterville has a variety of hiking trails to intriguing destinations like De Hel (the hell) and De Tronk (the jail) where impressive rock formations can be found. There is also a waterfall trail dotted with waterfalls.
Go hiking, star gazing (the town has a special stargazing event) or take on a 4×4 route.
Porterville Farmer’s Market is a community focused event, that supports local Porterville producers. It is a great weekly opportunity for locals to meet, visitors to experience our town and everyone to have the opportunity of enjoying fresh, high quality produce at low prices.
Supporting this market is supporting the individuals and families that sell their produce here and helping create and develop our beautiful town’s community spirit.
Locally sourced goods are delivered fresh every Saturday morning to our stunning Farm venue on Houdconstant Farm. Our suppliers range from pensioners to young students, as well as local charities who all benefit from the opportunity to sell at the market and who we are proud to help support.
How to join? You can find us every Saturday, 9 am to 2 pm, on Houdconstant Farm… drive up Basson Street towards the mountain, past Porterville Hoerskool and take the first dirt road right at the Porterville Farmer’s Market sign.
Supporting this market is supporting the individuals and families that sell their produce here and helping create and develop our beautiful town’s community spirit.
Locally sourced goods are delivered fresh every Saturday morning to our stunning Farm venue on Houdconstant Farm. Our suppliers range from pensioners to young students, as well as local charities who all benefit from the opportunity to sell at the market and who we are proud to help support.
How to join? You can find us every Saturday, 9 am to 2 pm, on Houdconstant Farm… drive up Basson Street towards the mountain, past Porterville Hoerskool and take the first dirt road right at the Porterville Farmer’s Market sign.
They are open on Saturday:
Market opens 9 am to 2 pm
The Food Bar opens 8 am to 2 pm
Call 0840495757 if you would like to find out more
Market opens 9 am to 2 pm
The Food Bar opens 8 am to 2 pm
Call 0840495757 if you would like to find out more
There are a few great things to do in Porterville, especially on weekends…
- Paragliding. You can join the folks from various paragliding clubs and enjoy the best-ranked spot in South Africa to paraglide, Dasklippas.
- Porterville Farmer’s Market. Spend the morning with family and friends at the market. Great food, produce and loads for kids to do while adults relax in the big fresh air. They are also looking at doing events and dinner soon, so watch this space.
- Art studios. Get in contact with numerous artists and visit them at the spectacular studios. Die Mosiak Huis is one that is not to be missed.
- Jewellery workshops. Contact the local goldsmith at Ebonymoon and join one of her fabulous workshops where she guides you through making your own unique jewellery.
- Take an amazing hike up the gorge at 22 Watervalle as a day visitor and enjoy the rock pools.
Find Porterville on the West Coast Way Berg Route.
Distance from Cape Town: 144.6km
Where: On the R44
Open 7 days a week | Free entry
Contact: [email protected] | +27 22 931 3732 | www.portervilletourism.co.za
West Coast Way is Your Route To Nature
West Coast Way is your ultimate gateway to experiencing the natural beauty and cultural richness of the Cape West Coast of South Africa. As a premium tourism brand, we offer six uniquely themed trip plans that promise an unforgettable journey: Cape, Culture, Foodie, Tractor, Berg, and Wild.
Discover over 101 incredible things to see and do with West Coast Way:
Savour the delights of wine, craft beer, olives, and Rooibos tea tastings. Indulge in authentic Weskus cuisine and the traditional braaivleis (barbecue). Feel the thrill of swinging into Citrusdal on a zipline or challenge yourself with Cederberg bouldering. Rejuvenate in natural warm pools and embark on serene cruises across lagoons and rivers. Explore the diverse landscapes of nature reserves and a National Park, or embark on exciting game drives. Hone your skills in archery and angling, or amp up the excitement with sandboarding and quad-biking. Enjoy horse riding, immerse yourself in the unique San culture, and experience the vibrant Riel dancing. For water sports enthusiasts, kite- and windsurfing, surfing, and kayaking trips await. Go beach hopping, learn about bees and whales, and delight in birdwatching in a twitcher’s paradise – all within South Africa’s renowned wildflower reserve.
For more information on the best places to visit on the West Coast, road tripping routes, hikes, tours, and trails, explore westcoastway.co.za or call West Coast Way on 0861 321 777. Follow us on on Instagram, Facebook, X and LinkedIn @WestCoastWaySA.