"Built with love in memory of Mike Fletcher - his legacy lives on"
Your Adventure Awaits
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🔥 Epic Braai & Fire Pit Experience
🏄♂️ Stand-Up Paddleboards & 🚣♀️ Kayaking/Canoe
🔥 Epic Braai & Fire Pit Experience
Fire up the braai in our spectacular entertainment area. Sink into comfortable chairs and enjoy authentic South African outdoor dining.
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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, perfect for wildlife spotting and peaceful exploration.
🏄♂️ 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. Perfect for beginners and experienced paddlers alike.
Magical Sunsets
Don't Forget Your Boat
Chill on the Jetty
🌅 Sunset Relaxation
Watch magical sunsets from our hot tub or around the fire pit. There's no better way to end your day in paradise.
Chill on the Jetty
Don't Forget Your Boat
Chill on the Jetty
Watch the world go by on our refurbished jetty!
Don't Forget Your Boat
Don't Forget Your Boat
Don't Forget Your Boat
A water-skiers Paradise, especially in the morning when the river is flat as a pancake! To obtain a boat permit for the river visit Living the Breede
Phone: 067 162 9081 or 082 324 2757
Open: Mon-Fri: 08:00 - 16:00
Sat: 09:00 - 12:00 and Sun: Closed
Where To Visit
De Hoop Nature Reserve
Mountain Biking/Hiking/Climb the sand dunes/Wale Watching (July-Nov)
Malgas Ferry previously known as the "Pont"
Free service which crosses over the Breede River giving you access to drive to Witsand. Operating hours are from 06:00 to 18:00 every day of the week. Opposite Infanta on the other side of the mouth of the Breede River lies Witsand, it's a small coastal town often referred to as the Whale Nursery of South Africa, the town attracts a remarkable number of southern right whales between June and November each year.
Sijnn Winery
Sijnn pronounced "Sane" - Go wine tasting in Malgas! You past the wine farm on your way to the house it's just at the top of the last steep hill.
Malgas Church
A Dutch Reformed Church, Malgas. Services on Sunday, Tuesday & Wednesday - subject to change so check before you go.
Shop At Madgoose Trading
Beautifully renovated in 2024 this local shop has it's own bakery and supplies fresh bread and coffee daily along with most of the other essentials you'll need.
Enjoy A River Cruise
No boat, no problem! River cruises are a must on the Breede River. Ask at the Malgas Hotel for bookings.
Go Bird Watching
You are in a prime location for birdwatching, 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. The national bird of South Africa, the Blue Crane, can be spotted in the Malgas in abundance and they absolutely fantastic to see.
Go Fishing
To fish legally in Malgas, particularly on the Breede River, you need a recreational fishing permit. This permit is required for both freshwater fishing (inland waters like dams and rivers) and for fishing from a boat in the estuary. You can purchase these permits online or from a post office.
Go To The Pub - Grunters, The Boat House or the Bush Pub
You can get to the last 2 pubs by boat and they have mooring available for free but don't forget Grunters where you might just meet the Mayor of Malgas!
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. It's a small, quiet fishing hamlet, popular with nature lovers and fishermen. Infanta is known for its pristine beaches, excellent fishing spots,
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.