What a Typical Weekend at Quagga River Lodge Looks Like
A weekend at Quagga River Lodge can be as active or as slow as you like, with time on the Berg River, outdoor activities, relaxed afternoons at your chalet and evenings spent around the braai. Set along the Berg River near Velddrif, Quagga River Lodge offers five off-grid self-catering chalets, each sleeping up to four guests. Every chalet has two bedrooms with en-suite bathrooms and views over the river, making it a comfortable choice for families, couples or small groups of friends.
Safari Game Drives on the West Coast: What to Expect
A safari at Quagga River Lodge is a little different from the traditional Big 5 experience. Set along the Berg River near Velddrif, the lodge offers a quieter wildlife experience centred around its resident quaggas and the landscapes of the West Coast.
The Berg River: Exploring Velddrif on the West Coast
The Berg River is part of what gives Velddrif its character. Winding through the landscape before meeting the Atlantic Ocean, the river has shaped the town’s fishing heritage, wildlife and way of life for generations. For visitors, it offers a different way to experience the West Coast. Instead of rushing between attractions, you can spend […]
West Coast Wildflowers: A Complete Flower Season Guide
Every year, as winter gives way to spring on South Africa’s West Coast, the landscape begins to change. From around August, warmer days and the return of sunshine bring dormant seeds to life, transforming the dry winter veld into fields of seasonal colour. The West Coast flower season is short and naturally unpredictable. While August […]
West Coast Wildflowers: Where to Go, Stay and See Wildflowers this Spring
Spring on South Africa’s West Coast runs from August to October, although the spectacular wildflower season is usually at its best during August and September.
Quagga vs Zebra: What is the Difference?
When people visit Quagga River Lodge, one of the most common questions they ask is: “Is a quagga a zebra?” The answer is both yes and no. The quagga was once a unique subspecies of the plains zebra that roamed South Africa’s grasslands. Although it became extinct more than 140 years ago, its remarkable story […]
Planning a Birdwatching Weekend in Velddrif
For birders planning a weekend away in the Velddrif offers something that many destinations cannot: several productive habitats concentrated around one small riverside town. The Berg River Estuary brings together open water, reedbeds, tidal channels, salt marshes, mudflats and nearby salt pans. More than 220 bird species have been recorded in the area since 2007, […]
Experience the West Coast in Winter
While summer may be synonymous with beach days and holiday crowds, winter reveals a side of South Africa’s West Coast that many travellers never experience. The colder months bring dramatic coastal scenery, migrating whales, lush green landscapes, cosy dining experiences and a sense of tranquillity that is increasingly hard to find. From the shores of […]
The Perfect Weekend Getaway: From Cape Town to Velddrif
Some weekends call for restaurant bookings, busy streets and carefully planned schedules.
About the Berg River Canoe Marathon: South Africa’s Longest Canoe Race
Every winter, the quiet waters of the Berg River transform into the stage for one of the country’s most demanding endurance events: the Berg River Canoe Marathon. Spanning four days and roughly 240 kilometres, this iconic race is widely regarded as the longest and toughest canoe marathon in South Africa. Held during the colder months […]