Saldanha
is situated at the northern corner of the largest natural bay in South
Africa. Its location makes it a paradise for the watersport enthusiast,
and its local economy being strongly dependent on fishing, mussels, seafood
processing, the steel industry and the harbour. Furthermore its sheltered
harbour plays an important part in the Sishen-Saldanha iron-ore project
at which Saldanha Steel takes center stage. With strong historic military
links Saldanha is also host to a Naval training base and the South African
Military Academy. The SAS Saldanha Nature Reserve offers a display of wildflowers
during late winter and spring while Southern Right Whales also visit
the waters in and around the nature reserve. Saldanha was incorporated
with five other towns into the new municipality of Saldanha Bay in 2000.
The current population of the town is estimated at 72,000.
Saldanha
Bay is an inlet on the south-western coast of South Africa, north west
of Cape Town, forming a land-locked harbour. The northern part of the inlet
is known as Hoetjes Bay. It has accommodation for a large fleet with deep
water close inshore, but the arid nature of the country caused it to be
neglected by the early navigators, and with the growth of Cape Town Saldanha
Bay was rarely visited.
Saldanha Bay is named after
Antonio de Saldanha, captain of a vessel in Albuquerque's fleet which visited
South Africa in 1503. The name was first given to Table Bay, where Saldanha's
ship cast anchor. On Table Bay being given its present name (1601) the
older appellation was transferred to the bay now called after Saldanha.
In 1781 a British squadron under Commodore George Johnstone seized six
Dutch East Indiamen, which, fearing an attack on Cape Town, had taken refuge
in Saldanha Bay. This was the only achievement, so far as South Africa
was concerned, of the expedition despatched to seize Cape Town during the
war of 1781-1783.
Saldanha Bay is the terminus
of a major system of railway lines. Iron ore mined in the northern deserts
of the Cape is shipped from the port. Fishing is important. The area has
a Mediterranean climate but the annual rainfall is quite low; it verges
on the desert region of Namaqualand. Wheat can be grown most years and
sheep raised. The South African Airforce has a major base nearby.
Avondrust
Guest House, SALDANHA AA Quality Assured: ‘Highly
Recommended Accommodation’. Everyone, who enters AVONDRUST, instantly
senses the warmth of this family business owned by Jan & Christine.
You will soon feel at home in this warm & friendly atmosphere.
AVONDRUST, situated on Hoedjieskop Nature Reserve, is an exceptional characteristic
and idyllic guesthouse. It is a haven where you can relax in the privacy
of your own garden suite and enjoy the ever-stunning view of the bay…
The spacious en-suite rooms are beautiful decorated with a mix of European
Antique and African Style! All rooms have private entrances
and are fully equipped with all modern conveniences. For the more
romantically inclined, our Honeymoon suite is just what you need.
A scrumptious breakfast is served in the Guest House and other meals are
available on request. Avondrust offers also a self catering cottage
(with own private entrance).
Blue
Bay Lodge, Guest House, SALDANHA Blue Bay Lodge where sea
gulls play on the light sea breeze and lapping waves soothe your mind.
The atmosphere is one of peaceful isolation and sandy footprints are reminders
that guests are at home. This magnificent beachside lodge has captured
the very essence and ambience of the West Coast. 16 deluxe and en-suite
rooms offer guests a luxurious experience and breathtaking views. Every
room has been stylishly decorated in tones of naturals and blue. Great
attention has been paid to detail ensuring the comfort and enjoyment of
guests - tourists and business persons. Each room has a television, a telephone
and coffee making facilities. Linger over a delicious breakfast, served
in the dining room with its panoramic sea view. In the eveing you can enjoy
a selection of specialties complimented by one of our renowned South African
winves. The menu is varied with the emphasis on fresh flavour and availability.
Time is your own ... stroll down the beach or watch the sun rise in the
morning. Enjoy a game of tennis or a splash in the pool.
Drop
Anchor Beach Lodge, Bed & Breakfast, SALDANHA Situated right on the beach
of Saldanha Bay, offering Bed & Breakfast or Self Catering accommodation
all en suite with Satelite TV, Pub and Entertainment area and private heated
Swimming Pool at main Lodge. Secure on site parking. We also have
Luxury Self Catering Apartments at our Annexe Building situated approximatly
50 meters from the main Lodge. Our central location is ideal as a
starting point for fascinating day trips to everything the West Coast has
on offer such as its great natural unspoilt beauty with its rugged coastline,
sandy beaches, quaint fishing villages. wine estates and game and nature
reserves. There are numerous hiking trails, bay cruises, fishing charters,
watersports, whale watching, horse riding centres and a choice of three
Golf courses, Club Mykonos and Casino, numerous Indoor and Outdoor restaurants
and in season the world renowned Namaqualand wild flowers. Easy travelling
distance of Cape Town and its winelands as well as the Swartland and the
Cederburg with its mineral springs and spa.
Protea
Hotel Saldanha Bay, SALDANHA Remodelled to create an
atmosphere of space and light, this hotel occupies a magnificent waterfront
position only 80 minutes' drive from Cape Town. Protea Hotel Saldanha
Bay offers excellent accommodation with a choice of standard or superior
rooms and suites; a first class restaurant, attractive lounge and cocktail
bar and an indoor barbecue area, gym, body and skin care clinic, as well
as a games room with pool, table tennis, darts and kids play area.
The hotel has its own slipway and jetty and the bay is a haven for fishing
and watersport enthusiasts. Discover quaint fishing villages, abundant
bird life, wild flowers, the seafood route and the magnificent Langebaan
lagoon. Offering a superb choice of conference venues, with seating for
up to 300 delegates, combined with a variety of popular teambuilding options
and themed dinners, you'll have the perfect solution for all your conference
needs.
Strandloper
Guest House, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, SALDANHA Located on the sea front
of the Saldanha Bay, with its exquisite views of the bay and the harbour
... a holiday dream come true. We offer four en-suite bedrooms, of
which one is wheel chair friendly, three self-catering units and a backpackers
en suite bedroom All units have private balconies with sweeping views over
the bay. Multi-channel TV, bar fridge's and coffee/tea making facilities
are available in the rooms. The self catering units are fully equipped,
including microwave, oven and fridge for self-catering lunches and dinners.
The wonderfully safe waters of the bay in front of Strandloper Guest House
is a playground to many swimmers and water enthusiasts. We have a private
swimming pool for your enjoyment as well. Sit outside on a wrap-around
balcony or enjoy the scenery from the patio, where breakfast is often served
to enhance a true West Coast atmosphere. The lounge and dining room with
an indoor braai overlooking the bay offers a waterside experience designed
to make guests feel they belong in this exotic world of water and birds
and wildflowers.
SALDANHA
SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WEST COAST
Blouwaterbaai
Holiday Resort, Self-Catering, SALDANHA Blouwaterbaai Holiday Resort
is situated on the tranquil Saldanha Lagoon, just two kilometres from the
sleepy, quaint village of Saldanha. The resort is within easy reach of
Cape Town, a leisurely 1 hour drive along the West Coast road (R27).
Accommodation on the resort is in a range of individually and tastefully
decorated fully serviced beach cottages. The cottages range from one to
three bedrooms, which overlook the sea. The owners have gone out of their
way to capture the essence and ambience of the West Coast. Great attention
has been paid to detail ensuring the comfort and enjoyment of guests, tourists
and business persons. Time is your own ... stroll down the beach
or watches the sun rise in the morning. There are a variety of entertaining
activities on and off the resort. On the resort we have a swimming
pool, tennis court, trampoline, Play Park, play castle and various nature
walks.
Strandloper
Guest House, Bed & Breakfast/Self-Catering, SALDANHA Located on the sea front
of the Saldanha Bay, with its exquisite views of the bay and the harbour
... a holiday dream come true. We offer four en-suite bedrooms, of
which one is wheel chair friendly, three self-catering units and a backpackers
en suite bedroom All units have private balconies with sweeping views over
the bay. Multi-channel TV, bar fridge's and coffee/tea making facilities
are available in the rooms. The self catering units are fully equipped,
including microwave, oven and fridge for self-catering lunches and dinners.
The wonderfully safe waters of the bay in front of Strandloper Guest House
is a playground to many swimmers and water enthusiasts. We have a private
swimming pool for your enjoyment as well. Sit outside on a wrap-around
balcony or enjoy the scenery from the patio, where breakfast is often served
to enhance a true West Coast atmosphere. The lounge and dining room with
an indoor braai overlooking the bay offers a waterside experience designed
to make guests feel they belong in this exotic world of water and birds
and wildflowers.
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Saldanha
Bay is an inlet on the south-western coast of South Africa, north west
of Cape Town, forming a land-locked harbour. The northern part of the inlet
is known as Hoetjes Bay. It has accommodation for a large fleet with deep
water close inshore, but the arid nature of the country caused it to be
neglected by the early navigators, and with the growth of Cape Town Saldanha
Bay was rarely visited.
