The Fascinating Return of the Rua Quagga in South Africa
he Quagga became one of the earliest recorded African mammals driven to extinction by human activity. Today, however, its story is no longer only one of loss, it is also one of restoration, scientific dedication, and hope.
Quagga River Lodge Welcomes Giraffes: Everything You Need to Know About the Tallest Land Mammal
There is a particular kind of quiet that settles when giraffes arrive in a new space. It is not silence exactly, but something softer – a landscape adjusting itself around long limbs, slow movement and watchful stillness. At Quagga River Lodge, that shift has recently taken place with the arrival of new giraffes, now settling […]
Bokkomlaan: The Home of the West Coast’s Famous Bokkoms
Set in the fishing town of Velddrif, Bokkomlaan is best known for its connection to the traditional West Coast delicacy: bokkoms. These salted, wind-dried fish (typically mullet) hang in rows from wooden racks, forming one of the most recognisable sights along the river.
Winter Getaway on the West Coast: Experience Self-Catering Accommodation at its Best
Just a short drive from Cape Town, Quagga River Lodge offers a self-catering escape that leans into everything winter does best: warmth, stillness, connection, and just enough adventure to keep things interesting.
Set along the tranquil banks of the Berg River near Velddrif, this is where you trade city noise for bird calls, traffic for open skies, and schedules for something far more flexible.
Self-Catering Accommodation on the West Coast in Velddrif
Set along the Berg River, Quagga River Lodge offers off-grid, self-catering accommodation designed for comfort, simplicity, and a relaxed West Coast stay.
West Coast Wildflowers: Where to Go, Stay and See Wildflowers this Spring
Each year, as winter fades along South Africa’s West Coast, the landscape begins a quiet transformation as wildflowers emerge across the region.
Birdwatching in Velddrif and the Berg River Estuary
At the Berg River mouth in Velddrif, a rich estuary of mudflats and reed beds supports diverse birdlife, making it one of the top birdwatching spots on the West Coast.