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The Old Oke River House
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Your Adventure Awaits

Cozy outdoor fire pit seating area at night.

🔥 Epic Braai & Fire Pit Experience

🏄‍♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣‍♀️ Kayaking/Canoe

🔥 Epic Braai & Fire Pit Experience

Fire up the braai in our spectacular entertainment area, where you can savor a true South African braai experience. After enjoying some delicious outdoor dining, consider indulging in other Malgas activities like bird watching in Malgas or even taking a relaxing river cruise.

Two people paddling a red kayak on a river.

River Adventures

🏄‍♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣‍♀️ Kayaking/Canoe

🔥 Epic Braai & Fire Pit Experience

Prefer to stay dry? Explore the river at your own pace in our comfortable kayak/canoe, which is perfect for bird watching in Malgas, enjoying a braai experience, and discovering various Malgas activities, all while savoring the tranquility of river cruises.

Person paddleboarding on a lake under clear blue sky.

🏄‍♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣‍♀️ Kayaking/Canoe

🏄‍♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣‍♀️ Kayaking/Canoe

🏄‍♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣‍♀️ Kayaking/Canoe

Glide across the calm river waters on our complimentary stand-up paddleboards, a fantastic way to enjoy Malgas activities. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddler, you'll find this experience perfect. After paddling, don't miss out on our delightful braai experience and the chance for bird watching in Malgas, making your time 

Glide across the calm river waters on our complimentary stand-up paddleboards, a fantastic way to enjoy Malgas activities. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced paddler, you'll find this experience perfect. After paddling, don't miss out on our delightful braai experience and the chance for bird watching in Malgas, making your time here even more memorable. Explore the beauty of the river with our scenic river cruises as well.

Sunset behind a house with a vibrant sky and green lawn.

Magical Sunsets

Don't Forget Your Boat

Chill on the Jetty

🌅 Sunset Relaxation


After a day of enjoying bird watching in Malgas and indulging in a traditional braai experience, unwind while watching magical sunsets from our hot tub or around the fire pit. There's no better way to end your day in paradise than taking in the beauty of nature alongside the tranquil river cruises.

Watch the world go by on our refurbished jetty!

Chill on the Jetty

Don't Forget Your Boat

Chill on the Jetty

Experience the beauty of bird watching in Malgas as you relax and watch the world go by on our refurbished jetty. Afterward, enjoy a delightful braai experience while exploring various Malgas activities. Don't forget to take a leisurely river cruise to fully immerse yourself in the stunning surroundings!

Waterskiing Paradise especially in the morning when the river is usually flat as a pancake!

Don't Forget Your Boat

Don't Forget Your Boat

Don't Forget Your Boat

A water-skier's paradise, especially in the morning when the river is as flat as a pancake! While enjoying Malgas activities such as water skiing, don’t miss out on bird watching in Malgas for a unique experience. To ensure a smooth outing, you can obtain a boat permit for the river by visiting Living the Breede. They also offer river cru

A water-skier's paradise, especially in the morning when the river is as flat as a pancake! While enjoying Malgas activities such as water skiing, don’t miss out on bird watching in Malgas for a unique experience. To ensure a smooth outing, you can obtain a boat permit for the river by visiting Living the Breede. They also offer river cruises for a leisurely exploration. For more information, call: 067 162 9081 or 082 324 2757. Open hours are Mon-Fri: 08:00 - 16:00, Sat: 09:00 - 12:00, and Closed on Sun. Don't forget to take your time to enjoy a braai experience along the way!

River Adventures Activities

Wooden chairs on a dock by a lake with a canoe.

De Hoop Nature Reserve

Enjoy a variety of Malgas activities, including mountain biking, hiking, and climbing the sand dunes. Don't miss out on the incredible bird watching in Malgas, as well as the chance to experience a delightful braai. For a unique perspective on the area's beauty, consider joining one of the river cruises or whale watching tours available from July to November.

Malgas Ferry previously known as the "Pont"

Enjoy a free service that crosses the Breede River, allowing you easy access to Witsand, where you can indulge in various Malgas activities. Operating daily from 06:00 to 18:00, the ferry takes you to Witsand, a quaint coastal town often called the Whale Nursery of South Africa. Between June and November, this area attracts a remarkable number of southern right whales. Additionally, for nature enthusiasts, bird watching in Malgas offers incredible opportunities, and visitors can also partake in a delightful braai experience or take relaxing river cruises to fully appreciate the stunning scenery.

Sijnn Winery

Sijnn, pronounced 'Sane' – Go wine tasting in Malgas, where you can also enjoy bird watching in Malgas! You’ll pass the wine farm on your way to the house, located just at the top of the last steep hill. After a day of exploring Malgas activities, including a delightful braai experience or scenic river cruises, this destination has it all.

Malgas Church

A Dutch Reformed Church in Malgas holds services on Sunday, Tuesday, and Wednesday, though it's wise to check beforehand as times may change. While you're in Malgas, don't miss out on the fantastic bird watching opportunities, local braai experiences, and various Malgas activities, including enjoyable river cruises.

Shop At Madgoose Trading

Beautifully renovated in 2024, this local shop not only features its own bakery supplying fresh bread and coffee daily but also serves as a perfect starting point for various Malgas activities. Whether you’re preparing for a memorable braai experience or planning bird watching in Malgas, you'll find most of the essentials you need right here. Don't forget to ask about local river cruises to enhance your time in the area!

Enjoy A River Cruise

No boat, no problem! The Breede River is perfect for river cruises, and don't forget to ask about bird watching in Malgas while you're at it. For bookings, the Malgas Hotel can assist, and you can also explore other Malgas activities, including a delightful braai experience.

A beer bottle by calm water with a boat in the background.

Go Bird Watching

You are in a prime location for bird watching in Malgas, particularly for seabirds and coastal species. The area, especially Malgas Island and the West Coast National Park, boasts a diverse range of birdlife, including breeding colonies of Cape gannets and various cormorant species. While enjoying the stunning views, you can partake in a delightful braai experience or explore a variety of Malgas activities. Don’t miss the chance to spot the national bird of South Africa, the Blue Crane, which can be seen in abundance in Malgas—an absolutely fantastic sight, especially when paired with scenic river cruises.

Go Fishing

To fish legally in Malgas, especially on the Breede River, you need a recreational fishing permit. This permit, which is essential for both freshwater fishing in inland waters like dams and rivers and for fishing from a boat in the estuary, can be easily acquired online or from a post office. While you're in the area enjoying your fishing experience, consider exploring other Malgas activities like bird watching or indulging in a braai experience, and don't miss the opportunity to enjoy scenic river cruises.

Go To The Pub - Grunters, The Boat House or the Bush Pub

You can reach the last 2 pubs by boat, where you can enjoy mooring available for free. Don't forget to stop by Grunters, a popular spot for bird watching in Malgas, where you might just meet the Mayor of Malgas! While you're there, consider indulging in a local braai experience and exploring various Malgas activities, including relaxing river cruises.

Take a drive to Infanta

Infanta is a coastal village located near Malgas, at the mouth of the Breede River in the Western Cape, South Africa. This small, quiet fishing hamlet offers a wonderful experience for nature lovers and fishermen alike. Infanta is renowned for its pristine beaches and excellent fishing spots, making it a great destination for a braai experience. Additionally, visitors can enjoy various Malgas activities, such as bird watching in Malgas and taking relaxing river cruises.

Day out to Swellendam

Founded in 1745, Swellendam is the third oldest town in South Africa, offering a glimpse into the country's past with over 50 provincial heritage sites, many of which are Cape Dutch buildings. Visitors can also enjoy a variety of Malgas activities, including exhilarating bird watching in Malgas, a delightful braai experience, and scenic river cruises.

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