Garden Route National Park Operations Amid Ongoing Severe Weather
The Garden Route region continues to experience heavy rainfall, although wind conditions have subsided compared to yesterday, 11 May 2026. Damage asse...
The Swellendam Municipality health officials have given the go ahead for water activities in the Breede River system to resume.
The Municipality suspended water sports activities at Breede River following sewerage contamination last week. This meant that water sports activities could not take place at Bontebok National Park until health tests were conducted.
Recent water testing results have confirmed that the water quality in the Breede River is now within acceptable levels for water sports. Therefore, visitors may once again enjoy the facilities on offer at Bontebok National Park.