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.  HAROLD PORTER NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENPostal address: P O BOX 35, BETTYS BAY, 7141, SOUTH AFRICA Tel (International): +27-2823-29311 Tel (South Africa): 02823-29311 Fax (International): +27-2823-29333 Fax (South Africa): 02823-29333 e-Mail: behr@nbict.nbi.ac.za Web Home Page: Our situation/ areas of operation:WESTERN CAPE, SOUTH AFRICAOur type of wildlife enterprise:GAME/NATURE RESERVEOur wildlife products and/or services:BIRDING Encompassing both coastal and montane fynbos (heath), and covers 188 ha, of which 5 ha are under cultivation. More than 50 erica species are displayed in one area, including many rare types. The rare red disa flowers during December and January. mammals typical of fynbos, such as baboon, rock dassie, and large- and small-spotted genets, occur here, and 60 bird species have been recorded. Location: South-east of Cape Town. Access: From Cape Town follow the N2 eastwards for 60 km; turn off onto the R44 to Gordon's Bay; continue through Gordon's Bay to Betty's Bay, 36 km further. The garden is north of the road and is signposted. Accommodation: None. Kleinmond has a hotel and a camping and caravan site. Other facilities: Short walking trails; picnic sites; plants identified by tags; brochure available, dogs are allowed on a leash. Open: Throughout the year. Opening time: Sunrise to sunset. |
