Mossel Bay - The Garden Route South Africa

Halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth in the heart of the famous Garden Route, nestles the seaside town of Mossel Bay. A bustling holiday resort in summer and the ideal retreat in winter, it is situated on a spectacular sunwashed peninsula embraced by the warm Indian Ocean. Also called the "Karoo-by-the-Sea town", Mossel Bay features in the Guiness Book of Records as having the mildest all-year climate in the world, second only to Hawaii. But it's the fascinating history of Mossel Bay which grants the town its status as the historical capital of the Garden Route and one of the most significant towns in South Africa.

Mossel Bay - Garden Route South Africa The first meeting ever between inhabitants of Europe and Africa on Southern African soil occurred at Mossel Bay in 1488 when Bartolomeu Dias set foot ashore and encountered the ancient Khoi-San people.

The first trading between inhabitants of Europe and Africa on Southern African soil occurred at Mossel Bay when Vasco da Gama anchored in 1497 and successfully traded with the local Khoi-San tribe.

The first Post Office on Southern African soil was founded at Mossel Bay when in 1500, Pedro de Ataide left a letter of importance in a shoe under a large milkwood tree. Mail are still posted at the ancient Post Office - today a national monument.

The first place of Christian worship and erection of a Chapel on Southern African soil took place at Mossel Bay in 1501 when Joao da Nova erected a small stone prayer chapel dedicated to St Blaize.

In addition to this, sun-drenched, north facing beaches, outstanding coastal cuisine and the only working harbour for commercial as well as leisure craft in the Garden Route, makes Mossel Bay a veritable mecca for outdoor enthusiasts in search of a Mediterranean type climate and lifestyle. Come, take a tour through this unique town with us - and explore endless horizons!

Accommodation in Mossel Bay

Amakhulu Central Reservations
Merl offers a very friendly and professional service to book accommodation in South Africa. She specializes in the Garden Route which includes Mossel Bay.
Accommodation in Mossel Bay
This website is the best I have yet come across for accommodation in South Africa. You communicate directly with the accommodation establishment and the entire booking is carried out online.
Highview Lodge
Luxury accommodation. Offers a unique combination of self catering cottages and full guest house services. Situated high on the ridge with stunning views of Mossel Bay, the Mossel Bay Haubor and the Outeniqua Mountains.
Point Village Guest House
Luxurious accommodation in Mossel Bay only 60 meters from the sea and tidal pool. Great views, heated pool and seriously awesome penthouse.
Green door B&B and Red Rooster Resturant
Victorian charm, a place where you will wish you never had to leave. Overlooks the Mossel Bay Harbour.
Whale-phin Guest House
Breath taking views of the sea. The charming en-suite bedrooms are fully equipped. Dinner on request. Self catering available.
Stokkiesdraai Garden Cottage
Secluded garden cottage only 80 meters to the beach. Mossel Bay 15 mins.