home https://dailyfix.co.za/subscribe/ https://dailyfix.co.za/subscribe-to-ideas/ ideas Click to Subscribe

DAILYFIX

Search
  • All
  • Lifestyle
    • Food & Drink
    • Arts & Entertainment
    • Work & Money
    • Caring & Giving
  • Recipes
    • Banting
    • Breakfast & Brunch
    • Desserts & Baking
    • Main Dishes
    • Pantry
    • Soups & Salads
    • Starters and Sides
    • Vegetarian
  • Style
    • Beauty
    • Fashion
    • Wellness
    • Style Guru
  • Home
    • Décor
    • DIY
    • Fix it with Flair
    • Promotion
  • Garden
    • Garden
    • Pets
  • Travel
    • Destinations
    • Travel News
    • Share your journey
  • Crafts
    • Templates
  • Win
    • Winners
  • Wedding
  • Test House
  • Shop
    • Fairlady Shop
    • Home Shop
    • Ideas Shop
    • Spree Beauty Shop
  • Travel News

    Namaqualand blooms

    Make the most of a trip to this floral wonder

    15 September 2014

    It’s that time of year again: Namaqualand’s world famous florals are back on display for our viewing pleasure. This vast array of wild flowers draws in visitors from all over, every year. And if you haven’t seen it yet, you’re missing out on one of the most beautiful sights in the world! Get there as soon as you can – the flowers are now in peak viewing season. Take Cederberg Travel’s tips along with you:

    Double up
    Make the most of your trip by seeing the fields as well as the area’s nearby attractions, including the flower show in Clanwilliam! Check out the Cederberg area’s fynbos, citrus farms and chocolate factories too.

    Weather the storm
    The area is normally dry, but it becomes a carpet of bright blooms after the winter rains. If the rains continue, the wonderful floral display continues for longer, but wet weather isn’t exactly ideal for traipsing through flower fields. Check out the expected weather for the dates of your trip and make sure to get there on a dry day for the full effect.

    One direction
    For a longer stay, plan to start in the North and move toward the South as your trip progresses – the flowers tend to bloom in that order. During the day the flowers face the sun, so that means traveling with the sun behind you gets you the best views: West in the morning, South during the day, and East toward early evening is the best way to go. The flowers are also best viewed between 10.30am and 4pm.

    Rather resourceful
    Rent a car for the longer distances; you can park and hike at any point when you want a closer look. Also make use of a tour guide if you want to really get to know the Cape Floral Kingdom.

    Words: Modupe Oloruntoba
    Image: Instagram

    email print

    To have more Dailyfix content delivered directly to your inbox, subscribe to our free newsletters here, or get your Dailyfix by following us on and .

    Email this link to a friend

    • FREE NEWSLETTERS

      Choose from our menu of newsletters to receive the latest from Dailyfix in your inbox:
    • SPREE SPECIALS
      MORE VIDEOS

Other Posts in Travel News

  • Travel

    Have An Appy New Year

    travel

    The apps you need for smooth travels this holiday season!

  • Travel News

    Escape to…Hout Bay Manor

    photo-10

    In the picturesque village you will find the historically restored five-star Hout Bay Manor

  • Travel News

    Hotels of the future

    future travel 2

    Sign us up for vitamin C showers, holographic personal trainers and trips to space!

Other Posts in Travel

  • Destinations

    Breathtaking Views Are The Order Of The Day

    The Ambassador Hotel has long been referred to as the heart of Bantry Bay

  • Travel

    It’s Never Too Late To Travel

    travel-holiday-2

    Our senior citizens seem to have the right idea!

  • Travel

    On To The Next One

    Plan-Vac

    Don’t lose that holiday feeling – make travel plans

More Posts on DAILYFIX

  • Fairlady Shop

    Studded Handbag

    Handbag with small studs pale pink, Style Republic (R399)

  • Desserts & Baking

    Coconut Cake

    It’s time to get something sweet into the oven

  • Pets

    Size Matters

    Does your pet have a weight issue? Here’s what you to need to know…

Shop with DAILYFIX

  • Fairlady Shop

    Cut-Out Heels

    Strappy heels black, Zoom (R659)

  • Fairlady Shop

    Collarless Coat

    Collarless coat animal print, Next (R1 599)

  • Fairlady Shop

    Court Shoes

    Lace court heels.jpg

    Lace court shoes black, Daniella Michelle ( R749)

  • Newsletters
  • Advertise
  • Terms & Conditions
  • DAILYFIX

    Dailyfix copyright Media24.
    Dailyfix is the new online home of Fairlady, Home and Ideas magazines.
    Read more about us here.
    Made by OnNet.
    Sitemap