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Things to see in Swellendam (South Africa): 5 places and when to go
Swellendam is a town in South Africa, and this site lists 5 places in and around it, mainly Nature (2), Wildlife (2), Museums and art (2). The best known are Bontebok National Park, Marloth Nature Reserve and Drostdy Museum. The best time to come is July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 45. Here is what there is, when to go, how to get there and what else is nearby.
In a nutshell
- Where
- South Africa · -34.0196, 20.43
- Places
- 5 places on this site, in the town and around it.
- What people come for
- Nature (2) · Wildlife (2) · Museums and art (2) · Food and drink (1)
- Best time
- July to April.
- Also possible
- May to June.
- Nearest airport
- CPT Cape Town, 169 km as the crow flies
What to see in Swellendam
The places in and around Swellendam, 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 Swellendam
The best time to visit Swellendam is July to April; also possible: May to June. 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 time14:02
- FebBest time13:13
- MarBest time12:15
- AprBest time11:09
- MayPossible10:14
- JunPossible9:45
- JulBest time9:57
- AugBest time10:44
- SepBest time11:48
- OctBest time12:52
- NovBest time13:48
- DecBest time14:15
Best timePossibleBetter notHours of daylight
In December there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 45. In January, 5 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 Swellendam
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT, Cape Town), 169 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 places38 km
- Worcester, South Africa20 places101 km
- Hermanus12 places119 km
- Lambrechts Road29 places120 km
- Paarl34 places140 km
- Annandale Road71 places146 km
And all of South Africa, in its country guide.
Frequently asked questions
What is there to see in Swellendam?
The best known: Bontebok National Park, Marloth Nature Reserve, Drostdy Museum. 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 Swellendam?
July to April; also possible: May to June. In December there are 14 h 15 of daylight, and in June, 9 h 45.
How do you get to Swellendam?
The nearest main airport is Cape Town International Airport (CPT), 169 km away. From there, directions opens the route on the map.
How do I add it to my trip?
Create a trip with Swellendam 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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