The WildNet Africa on-line directory of destinations, safaris, products and services available in Africa.THESE DIRECTORY ENTRIES PROVIDE BASIC CONTACT DETAILS ONLY. VISIT THE WEBSITE IF AVAILABLE. THE WILDNET AFRICA HOME PAGE WILL LEAD YOU TO DESTINATIONS AND SERVICES WITH FULL ON-LINE INFORMATION.  GARCIA STATE FOREST(GROOTVADERBOS STATE FOREST)Postal address: P O BOX 109, HEIDELBERG, 6760, SOUTH AFRICA Tel (International): +27-2934-22412 Tel (South Africa): 02934-22412 Fax (International): +27-2934-22838 Fax (South Africa): 02934-22838 e-Mail: Web Home Page: Garcia State Forest lies within the Langeberg and is managed principally to protect the water catchment area and the great diversity of montane fynbos (heath) species that occur here. The animal life in this 12 000 ha reserve is scarce, but includes the seldom-seen leopard, caracal and honey badger, as well as grey rhebok and Cape grysbok. Bird species such as black eagle, rock kestrel, and malachite and orange-breasted sunbirds are often seen. Location: South-central part of the province; north of Riversdal. Access: From Riversdale take the R323 towards Ladismith as far as Garcia's Pass and the old Toll House. Footpaths into the reserve leave from this historical monument. Permits are required and are controlled by Grootvadersbos State Forest. Accommodation: None. Other facilities: An extensive network of trails and footpaths. Open: May close during the summer months due to fire risk; contact the State Forester. Opening time: Sunrise to sunset. |
