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Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve

Boland Biosphere Reserve, Franschhoek, South Africa
+27 21 876 3603
Ranked #16 of 25 attractions in Franschhoek
5.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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- May 25, 2012
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Franschhoek, Cape Winelands, South Africa
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4 reviews 4 reviews
5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 25, 2012 NEW

Both half and full day hikes. Beautiful vistas 180 degrees; indigenous plants well maintained by removal of alien Australian wattles and eucalyptus and American pines. A permit must be purchased from the Tourism bureau for R20pp. Adequate parking and a well drawn up glossy brochure/map in colour is available. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 7, 2011
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The reserve offer a wonderful array of walk, varying in length and difficulty. If you are fit and like to walk fast you can halve the times estimated in the reserve map. Paths are beautifully maintained and are very clearly marked. If you are a bird watcher look out for the Cape Rockjumper. I saw quite a few on the... More

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Franschhoek
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed June 9, 2010
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The Mont Rochelle Nature Reserve offers commanding views of the Franschhoek Valley, Wemmershoek Dam and parts of Theewaterskloof Dam. On a clear day Table Mountain is visible and seems almost close enough to touch! It makes for a hilly and challenging walk in places with access to a small number of rivers and rock pools that are glorious in summer... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 8, 2012
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed October 28, 2011
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