Discover Our Village with a Difference

Free your spirit and experience the warm soul of Wilderness. Explore the stark, rugged Outeniqua Mountains to the north, hike through pristine forests along clear gushing streams, and take a canoe ride on the sparkling cool waters of our lagoon, rivers and lakes. Bathe in the warmth of the Indian Ocean or soak up the sun on glittering white sands, whilst dolphin and whales frolic in gentle ocean swells and high in the deep blue skies the brilliant colours of paragliders drift by.

Experience the friendly hospitality and tantalizing aroma of pastry, coffee and spices in the quaint restaurants; café’s and sidewalk shops nestled beneath the Milkwood and bougainvillea. Visit the artists and crafters who have made Wilderness their home and inspiration. Take a leisurely drive along the many cenic routes where yesterday can still be heard and felt, where today is found in the gentleness of the Wilderness way of life: - Hoekwil, Touwsranten, Kleinkranz, The Vleie, Kaaimans, Rondevlie, Island Lake and Lagvlei. If you’re looking for an action packed holiday adventure, Wilderness is your playground, bird watching, hiking, paragliding, diving, riding, Mountain biking, canoeing, abseiling, surfing and much, much more. Some of our natural attractions include the 800 year old Big Tree in Woodville as well as boating and fishing at Island Lake. Take a leisurely hike, then picnic at the waterfall above Ebb & Flow in Wilderness National Park or take a scenic drive to Map of Africa in Wilderness Heights.

Experience whales (southern Right from June to October) while dolphins frolic in the waves year round and are visible from the spectacular Dolphin Point.

Accommodation – From luxurious B&B accommodation on Wilderness Beach or lagoon, to budget self-catering mountain hide-aways, bush retreats, hotels, camping & caravanning and backpackers, Wilderness has accommodation to suit every need.

Arts & Crafts – The tranquil beauty of Wilderness is a great source of inspiration, so it’s not surprising that Wilderness boasts many talented artists as well as regular craft markets.

Browse the Wilderness Craft Market on the last Sundy of every month on the banks of the Touw River. Visit Beatrix Bosch for unique leather art or pop in at The Pharoah Gallery featuring world class contemporary fine art by Peter Pharoah and other South Africa artists on the banks of the lagoon.

Restaurants - Wilderness boasts some great restaurants catering to every taste. Seafood is always a favourite while steaks and vegetarian dishes are usually available. For more adventurous diners, there is a choice of oysters, ostrich steaks as well as traditional South African dishes such as Bobotie and Cape Malay curry. Healthcare and emergencies – There is a dentist, three doctors and a fully equipped pharmacy in the village for all your medical needs.

Such is Wilderness today. As she’s always been……… Since before the San and Khoi made their home in the rocky shelters and buffalo grazed along the floodplains of the Serpentine.