Bainskloof Pass

Bainskloof Pass

Bainskloof Pass
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Christine L
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield, UK31 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2023 • Couples
Exotic Animal World is a sanctuary for unwanted and confiscated exotic creatures of all kinds and is a wonderful educational centre. The hands on experience which takes place twice a day is most informative and entertaining with numerous anecdotes from James. It is easy to spend three enjoyable hours there with many opportunities for interaction with many of the residents, most of whom are being rehabilitated and would never be able to survive on their own in the wild. All in all a most worthwhile experience at an enterprise well deserving of our support. There’s a nice cafe, too!
Written 10 December 2023
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Ingrid Boreham
Edenvale, South Africa33 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2024 • Couples
Beautiful drive not to be missed. Scenery is incredible with loads of stopping points for pictures. Road is in great condition and is well marked. Be aware of the hight restriction of 3.68m. This was a concern for us as we drive an overland vehicle and needed 3m clearance. Would recommend this be added to your Cape trip.
Written 28 October 2024
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Melanie B
11 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Oct 2022
Wow! We were at Aquila Game Reserve and took this pass on the way back to Cape Town. What an amazing road winding along the mountains. The new road and several pull outs to stop and look at the outstanding views are all in superior condition. So many places to stop for a snack and take in the views.
Very safe and easy drive.
Written 28 October 2022
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Robert k
Durbanville, South Africa24 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 • Couples
Beautiful breathtaking scenery. Nar. row road but tar sealed all the way. Step drops down to Breedie River. Spectacular views Deep crystal clear pools down in the river. Plenty of stop off points for those fit enough to climb down to river for swim !!
Well worth the diversion from Ceres to Wellington.
Written 14 January 2020
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Lana M
Somerset West, South Africa15 contributions
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020
Spent a long-awaited weekend camping at Tweede Tol campsite, we woke at 3:30 am to use the bathroom leaving our tent unzipped. Heard sounds in the bushes but could not see what it was. Next morning found our backpack had been stolen from INSIDE our tent. Huge loss! The gate guards were unfazed when we reported it. Still waiting for the police to arrive....
The large group next to us also suffered loss as items of theirs were also stolen.
Written 11 April 2020
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Malkoppie
South Africa1 607 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2016 • Couples
We are on a mission to drive as many passes in the world as possible. This is definitely one of the best in South Africa. The road surface is not good at all so don't bring your Ferrari or any vehicle with a low suspension. The bends are tight and continue for 25km's, a real treat for any petrol head.

The scenery is wonderful, of the best in the country, and there are plenty of areas for stopping provided. We needed to get to Tulbagh. The GPS just wouldn't give an option through Bainskloof Pass until I chose Wolseley as a destination from Wellington. It takes a lot longer than the normal Wellington to Tulbagh road, which we drove coming back. It is extremely close to Wellington so can be done as a morning outing. We drove Wellington to Wolseley, which is 'down'. We think it would not be as enjoyable the other way round if your aim is a 'driving experience'.

Visitors looking for good scenery will not be disappointed either. From a historical aspect, I was surprised to learn that it was not Thomas Bain who built this road, but it was his father Andrew Geddes Bain, neither of whom are to be confused with the explorer, Thomas Baines, who accompanied David Livingstone up to Victoria Falls. However, between Thomas and his father Andrew, they seem to have been resposible for about 27 passes in South Africa, a remarkable achievement.

The bends totally confused our navigation so much that once we were through the Pass we needed to restart it again. My husband had such fun driving the Pass that we will definitely do it again if ever near to the area again.
Written 30 January 2016
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Knicknocks
Chislehurst102 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2017 • Family
Cannot recommend visiting this place more for a good nature experience. Wild baboons, fresh water rock pool swimming made even better with designated picnic and barbecue spots. Well maintained and looked after by locals, nature untouched and beautiful. The drive and views en route and return at sunset are amazing!
Written 23 March 2017
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Bennie v
Cape Town, South Africa213 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2014 • Couples
We have travelled many passes in South Africa. To my mind, Bainskloof pass is amongst the best. You simply enter a new and exciting world. Do not miss this one.
Written 4 September 2014
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HorseAboutTrails
Tulbagh36 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2013 • Friends
This drive is breathtaking and we recommend it to all visitors and regulars. Not only is it an incredible engineering feat, but the route is breathtaking with several stunning viewpoints. in summer the rock pools are popular so can get busy. But any time of year, a breathtaking drive.
Great places to stay over and restaurants once you are on the Wolseley side, or continue your drive into the quaint village of Tulbagh. An easy day trip from Cape Town but highly recommended to stay over in the area and enjoy local attractions and activities.
Written 18 September 2013
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OnAir820765
2 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2018
A lovely scenic drive. We spent hours driving down this pass, stopping to enjoy the views, hidden water falls, bird song and peace
Written 7 November 2019
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