Port Owen is the laid-back West Coast Saint-Tropez on the Berg River.
Located on the Berg Route
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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.
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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.Port Owen is located on the West Coast Way Berg Route. Located only 90 minutes from Cape Town, the unexplored area around Port Owen is the idyllic location for a restful stay.
Port Owen is exactly what its name suggests, a port, with a beautiful marina and yacht club. The stunning Berg River curls around two sides of the town and feeds 3,5km of canals, creating sheltered waterways for superb kayaking. The network of canals gives boat’s access to both the sea and the river. Its proximity to St. Helena Bay makes it ideal anchorage for yachtsmen. This bay, the largest on the West Coast of Africa, offers the finest sailing conditions on the South African coastline due to its sheltered nature and orientation to the prevailing summer wind.
Port Owen is named after H Owen Wiggins Junior, who developed the marina and its residential plots. To achieve this, approximately1 million cubic metres of sand and rock was dredged over a 15 year period and a 7km embankment was constructed as well as many jetties and a commercial centre.
Port Owen was the first deep-sea, residential marina developed in South Africa. The waterways are controlled by the Port Owen Marina Authority.Port Owen is surrounded on three sides by the Great Berg River, which limits its future growth making sure it remains restful and exclusive. The river is navigable for 56 km for shallow-drought boats.
In a nutshell – Port Owen is definitely the place to stay for a while with many accommodation options available!
Port Owen, Velddrif is located on the West Coast Way Berg Route
Russells on the Port:
Open 7 days a week
Distance from Cape Town: 156.1km
Where: Brownwen Avenue , Port Owen
Tel: +27 (0)22 783 0158
Email: [email protected]
Charlie’s Brewhouse:
Distance from Cape Town: 156.1km
Where: Marina Centre , Port Owen
Tel: +27(0)22 783 0448
Email: [email protected]
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.