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Platbos Forest, Gansbaai, Western Cape, South Africa

Discover for yourself this unique, relic Forest with specimen trees estimated to be well over 1000 years of age, just outside of Gansbaai.

This gentle, undemanding walk takes between one to two and a half hours to complete. Sit on the benches situated along the Forest trail and absorb the scents of tree blossoms, earth, mosses and leaves. A "Forest Information Sheet" supplies a wealth of knowledge about the Forest ecosystem. Trees are labeled along the way to help you to get to know them. Look out for bush buck grazing in the cool depths and enjoy the sight and sound of birds flitting between the ancient trees.

If you are in the mood for quiet contemplation and meditation, walk the Forest's beautiful Labyrinth made from mother-of-pearl sea shells.

Platbos Forest is the perfect oasis from harsh coastal winds and summer sun. This is not an arduous hike - gentle gradients make it an easy trail for young and old alike to enjoy. This is a privately owned Forest and the number of walkers at any one time is limited to minimize impact on the Forest's ecosystem. A must to visit on your Western Cape tour along the Overberg Whale Coast Region!