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Things to see in Sutherland (South Africa): 5 places and when to go
Sutherland is a town in South Africa, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Stargazing (3), Nature (1), Mountains (1). The best known are Swaarweerberg. The best time to come is January to March and July to August; also possible: April to June and September to December. In December there are 14 h 07 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 53. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -32.3939, 20.6615
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Stargazing (3) · Nature (1) · Mountains (1) · Temples (1) · With kids (1)
- Best time
- January to March and July to August.
- Also possible
- April to June and September to December.
- Nearest airport
- CPT Cape Town, 260 km as the crow flies
- Highest point
- Swaarweerberg, at 1,844 m.
What to see in Sutherland
The places in and around Sutherland, best known first, each with its own page: what it is, when to go and what is next to it. Distances are from the centre, as the crow flies.
When to go to Sutherland
The best time to visit Sutherland is January to March and July to August; also possible: April to June and September to December. This comes from its own places: a month counts as the town's best time when it is the best time for half of what there is to see.
- JanBest time13:54
- FebBest time13:09
- MarBest time12:14
- AprPossible11:12
- MayPossible10:20
- JunPossible9:53
- JulBest time10:04
- AugBest time10:48
- SepPossible11:49
- OctPossible12:49
- NovPossible13:42
- DecPossible14:07
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 07 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 53. In July, 4 of the 5 places are at their best.
When to go to South Africa in general, with its festivals and peak seasons, is in its country guide.
Getting to Sutherland
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT, Cape Town), 260 km as the crow flies. How to get around South Africa (train, car, bus) is in its country guide, and what to sort out before you leave is in its checklist.
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Other towns nearby
- Montagu15 places163 km
- Beaufort West7 places180 km
- Worcester, South Africa20 places180 km
- Swellendam5 places182 km
- Oudtshoorn5 places194 km
- Paarl34 places215 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Sutherland?
The best known: Swaarweerberg. In all, 5 places in the town and around it, all on your trip map from day one.
When is the best time to visit Sutherland?
January to March and July to August; also possible: April to June and September to December. In December there are 14 h 07 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 53.
How do you get to Sutherland?
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 260 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Sutherland as the destination and these 5 places are on your map, each with its category. The ones you like go into a day's plan with one tap, and Kokai reminds you when you pass nearby.
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