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Franschhoek The Berg River Dam is a 68 m high dam on the Berg river in South Africa. It is the centerpiece of the Berg Water Project which is designed to capture the winter rainfall and store it for supply to Cape Town during the dry summer months.
The Berg River Dam was the first dam in South Africa to be designed, constructed and operated in accordance with the guidelines of the World Commission on Dams. Indigenous plants have been planted on the downstream face of the dam wall ensuring that the dam blends with the surrounding landscape.
The scheme was designed to maintain the ecological integrity of the river through the release of water through low flows and high flows that coincide as closely as possible with natural flow of the Berg River. It is the first dam in South Africa where provision is made for flood releases for environmental purposes.
Source: Wikipedia.org
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Worcester Widely considered the prime smallmouth bass fishing venue in South Africa, Brandvlei / Kwaggaskloof Dam is highly sought after by bass fishing enthusiasts.
Brandvlei, also known as Kwaggaskloof Dam, are actually two dams; when the water level is high enough the wall that separates the two are submerged. While not immediately apparent, there are various underwater features that makes this water a great home for bass. Boats are nearly essential and you'll need to read the water well. Bank fishing is possible and can be rewarding.
The complete list of fish include largemouth bass, smallmouth bass, carp, cape witfish, bluegill and gilcristela. Before your trip, watch out for sudden weather changes as the wind can be very unpleasant, and check if they're any water sport events happening, as this can really hamper your fishing activity.
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Sedgefield Groenvlei is located just outside Sedgefield, close to beautiful Knysna.
Known as one of the few lakes in South Africa that contain naturally occurring largemouth bass, Groenvlei still has a thriving amount of them to this day.
Electric motors only are allowed on the lake and outboard motors have to be lifted clear of the water. The water depth is rather shallow, at most 3 meters, with plenty of water grass and reeds.
The annual Garden Route Bass Classic is held at Groenvlei in late April each year.
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Natures Valley The Groot River Lagoon is an awesome place for swimming and is a favourite angling spot. Grab a canoe or kayak and go for a gentle paddle – it's revitalizing.
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Wilderness Wilderness Island Lake provides fishermen and canoeists a great hybrid habitat to explore.
Further down from the lake, the Serpentine and Touw rivers interconnect to offer the angler another habitat to explore, best done via canoe. Island Lake is renowned for its' big leervis, black bass and blue kurper. In the Touw River you'll find large schools of grunter, leervis, cape moonies and mullet.
Fishing permits can be acquired from the local post office.
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Worcester Part of the Brandvlei Dam, Kwaggaskloof Dam (also spelled Quaggaskloof), is used for long distance swimming as well as water skiing, jet skiing and speed boats.
The dam features a club house, launch pad and the setting has stunning views. It's a popular spot for fishing carp, whitefish, bluegills, bigmouth and smallmouth black bass.
Quaggaskloof Water-ski Club is 15km from Worcester. Open weekends and public holidays.
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Langebaan Langebaan Lagoon is a salt-water body of water which has been the main attraction for visitors and residents of Langebaan alike.
It's soft white sands make for excellent swimming and water sports of many varieties. On a windless day, put your kayak to water, or see the day breaking on a stand-up paddle board. Welcome the wind with a kite, windsurf board or sailing dinghy.
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Montagu One of Montagu's most popular and easily accessible attractions is the Leidam. Situated in the heart of the town, it’s well worth a visit.
Here you will be able to easily spot a large variety of birds. Frequently residents include Grey heron, Little Egret, Cattle Egret, African Sacred Ibis and the Common Weaver. The bird count totals 18 local species as well as 52 migrant species.
The best time to visit is just before sunset when hundreds of birds fly in to roost in the treetops.
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Montagu Bring your boat, braai equipment or picnic basket and enjoy chilling at Poortjieskloof Dam with spectacular views of the Langenberg Mountain range. Entrance to this beautiful spot is free; you only need to register at the gate. For angling a permit is required. There are no toilet facilities.
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Elands Bay This beautiful 15 km stretch of water extends from Redelinghuys to the sea. It is the largest lagoon of its kind on the West Coast.
Velorenvlei is teeming with bird life, attracting over 240 species of birds, some of the species very rare and the list of bird, flora and flora species is staggering.
Many people liken this area to a Scottish loch as it follows the river valley down towards the sea, ending in a beautiful estuarine area, another world to discover. Bring your binoculars and come and join us.
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Muizenberg Zandvlei is an important Wetland, River system and Estuary situated on the False Bay Coast, Muizenberg, Cape Town, South Africa (www.zandvleitrust.org.za). It attracts bird watchers, walkers, picnickers, canoeists, windsurfers (an excellent spot for beginners - www.windsurfingafrica.org) and there is also a caravan park.
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