Onrus
With the Western Cape being home to so many fantastic attractions, holidaymakers are truly spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing their ideal vacation destination. The charming and vibrant seaside enclave of Onrus is one of the province’s finest locations and offers some of the most beautiful scenery found anywhere in the Cape. Conveniently located, Onrus is a mere 1 hour from the Cape Town International Airport and just 7km from the extremely popular holiday hamlet of Hermanus. Onrus is perfect for families and couples who need a few days escape from the daily grind of modern day life; beaches, lagoons, nature walks, warm hospitality, and delicious food are just some of the things travellers can look forward to during their stay.
There are a number of fantastic activities to enjoy here – quite extraordinary for a small coastal town. If you’re a fan of the Great Outdoors, there are numerous walking and hiking trails that take you into the heart of Onrus’ majestic natural spectacles, while the stunning beach is a surfer’s paradise of note. Additionally, the children will enjoy all the pleasures and thrills of the nearby lagoon, which during summer, in indeed one of Onrus’ most popular attractions. Golfing addicts don’t have to worry about going without their favourite game for too long because the town is home to no less than 3 golf courses including the internationally acclaimed Arabella Golf Course.
Onrus, though, is not just another tourist seaside resort where all the focus is on the beach; this coastal enclave has strong artistic roots and features a number of fantastic galleries throughout the town. Wine connoisseurs are in luck too because Onrus is in close proximity to the many sumptuous wine farms found in the idyllic Hemel en Aarde Valley. Finally, it would be remiss of visitors to not sample some of the finest seafood found anywhere in the Western Cape; the local eateries here serve up the very best in perlemoen, crayfish, and fish dishes and it is indeed an experience to savour.
