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Seven Passes Road

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Seven Passes Road is a historic gravel route along the Garden Route, originally built in the late 1800s. The road winds through forests, rivers, and rolling countryside, offering a slow and scenic driving experience. It is ideal for travelers who enjoy quiet landscapes, photography, and exploring lesser-known routes.

What to See & Do

  • 🌉 Cross seven historic river gorges: Kaaimans, Silver, Touw, Hoogekraal, Karatara, Homtini, and Phantom 🌊 🏛️
  • 🌳 Visit the Woodville Big Tree, an 800-year-old Outeniqua Yellowwood 🌳 🧺
  • ⛏️ Explore the Millwood Gold Fields and its museum near Rheenendal 🪙 🔦
  • 🦋 Drive the Phantom Pass, named for the rare Ghost Moth (not actual spirits!) 🦋 ✨
  • 🥛 Stop for a local treat at the Leeuwenbosch Dairy Farm or Zucchini Restaurant 🧀 ☕

How to Get There

  • 🚗 From George: Take the Saasveld/NMU road (Caledon St) heading toward Saasveld 📍 🏁
  • 🚗 From Knysna: Start at the Phantom Pass turn-off just west of the White Bridge 🌉 🗺️
  • 🛣️ Road Surface: A mix of tar and well-graded gravel; standard cars are fine in dry weather 🚗 ✅

Travel Tips

  • 🕒 Timing: Allow a full morning or afternoon to explore without rushing ⏳ 🛡️
  • 🌧️ Weather: Avoid the gravel sections in heavy rain if you are in a low-clearance car ⛈️ 🚫
  • ⛽ Fuel: Fill up in George or Knysna, as there are no petrol stations along the route ⛽ ⛽
  • 🧺 Picnics: The Woodville Big Tree has excellent picnic benches and toilets 🥯 🌳

Suggested Itinerary

  • 🕘 09:00 AM – Start from George and cross the Kaaimans and Silver River passes 🚗 👣
  • 🕙 10:30 AM – Stop at the Woodville Big Tree for a short walk and photos 🌳 📸
  • 🕚 11:30 AM – Traverse the Homtini Pass and head toward the Millwood gold fields ⛏️ 🔍
  • 🕧 12:30 PM – Descend the Phantom Pass into Knysna for a waterfront lunch 🌊 🔚

Opening Hours & Entry

Open:

Daily: All day access

Entry Fee:

Free

Best Time to Visit:

Daytime in dry weather

Location

📌 Seven Passes Road, Garden Route, Western Cape, South Africa

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