Hartenbos Overview Information

Hartenbos is situated next to the Mossel Bay industrial town, known as Voorbaai. The resort is on the banks of the Hartenbos river and is extremely popular and during peak season, December to January, when about 100 000 visitors from the interior flock to the resort.

Visitors can enjoy all kinds of activities but boating and fishing are by far the most popular. The Hartenbos resort was started in 1936 by an organisation called the ATKV - Afrikaanse Taal en Kultuur Vereniging, (The Afrikaans Language and Culture Organisation) which was part of the old South African Railways.

Initially the Hartenbos Resort was reserved for railway workers only, but currently it is open to anyone. The resort has a 10 000 seat stadium which is used for entertainment like traditional dancing festivals and church services.

The Voortrekker museum in the Hartenbos resort displays ancient relics associated with the Great Trek in 1938 to Pretoria. The exhibit includes Bibles, clothes, and two of the carriages that were on the trek, owned by Magdalena De Wet and Andries Pretorius.


Tourism Attractions in Hartenbos
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The White Cottage
Hartenbos Self Catering Cottage/ House/ Bungalow
At this charming self-catering cottage it is all about the view. It's beach front location presents a spectacular 180° unobstructive ocean view. This beautifully 'chabby chic' decorated cottage accommodates 6-8 people.... Read more.
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Hartenbos Self Catering Chalet/ Townhouse
his Luxury apartment has two bedrooms; one with a luxurious queen size bed and the other with 2 single beds. The bathroom has a bath and no towels are supplied. This self catering unit has a fully equipped and modern open plan kitchen with oven... Read more.
The Beach House
Hartenbos Self Catering Flatlet
The Beach House - your gem in the Garden Route. Peacefully located in a quiet residential area, The Beach House is within 10 minutes walk to all the action and activities of the main Beach and local shops/craft market. Read more.
182 Kamdebo Street
Hartenbos Self Catering Apartment/ Flat
If you are looking for a holiday spot with character; you've come to the right place! Located in one of the oldest parts of Hartenbos, these units will definitely give you that holiday-feeling!Both units have 3 bedrooms, sleeping 6 people... Read more.