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It's only natural that a beverage of such individuality should come from a place of such individual beauty. 200km north of Cape Town, the Cedarberg Mountain region is a wilderness of craggy peaks, clean air and pure mountain streams which nourish the slopes on which Rooibos is grown.
Discovering the Cedarberg on foot is a wonderful experience for the energetic, who can make use of a large network of hiking trails and mountain huts. Among the treasures awaiting discovery are bizarre rock formations like Wolfberg Arch and Maltese Cross, well-preserved examples of prehistoric rock paintings by the early San people, and the rare Clanwilliam cedars which give the area its name. The extremely lucky may even catch a glimpse of one of the wild leopards which roam the peaks.
For those preferring to explore the area from the comfort of their vehicle, the Cedarberg boasts extensive road systems through the scenic valley passes of the area, connecting atmospheric hamlets such as Clanwilliam, Citrusdal and Wupperthal.
A visit to the Cedarberg provides a restful, back-to-nature break in any season, but it is undoubtedly spring which is the high point for many. During spring, following the winter rains, botanists, photographers, and travellers converge on this area to witness one of the world's great floral spectacles. For a few short weeks, the entire region is transformed as wild flowers in their millions carpet the earth with brilliant colour. A unique sight and a truly original African welcome to the Cedarberg Region - Rooibos Country. |
