SALDANHA
TRAVEL GUIDE & INFORMATION - CAPE WEST COAST
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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.
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SALDANHA
BED & BREAKFAST/GUEST HOUSE & HOTEL ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WEST COAST
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Blue
Bay Lodge, B&B/Self-Catering, 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.
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. |
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RECOMMENDED BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER;
Lêplek
Guest House, SALDANHA
Situated in Saldanha in
the Western Cape Region, 2.3 km from Saldanha Harbour, Lêplek Guest
House features a barbecue and views of the sea. Free private parking is
available on site. The rooms are fitted with a flat-screen TV. For your
comfort, you will find free toiletries and a hairdryer. Lêplek Guest
House features free WiFi. There is a shared lounge at the property. . |
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Protea
Hotel by Marriott 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
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SALDANHA
SELF-CATERING ACCOMMODATION - CAPE WEST COAST
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Blue
Bay Lodge, B&B/Self-Catering, 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.
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. |
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Susan's
Apartment, Self-Catering, SALDANHA
Susan's
Accommodation offers six self-catering units and overnight accommodation
in the seaside village of Saldanha on the West Coast. Our recently refurbished
units are just five minutes' walk from a safe beach and major banks and
shops. Our units contain en-suite bathrooms and fully-equipped kitchens,
offering basic appliances and crockery with barbecue facilities, we offer
an internet/Wi-Fi service as well at no extra cost and off-road parking.
We offer a fully equipped three bedroom house sleep six to eight people.
House equipped with all basic crockery and linen. There is a TV and DVD
and an enclosed braai area. Units are fully-equipped with basic crockery
and linen. Each unit can sleep up to four people. Outside braai facilities
are available. |
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RECOMMENDED BY OUR TRAVEL PARTNER:
Rusoord
Saldanha, Holiday Home, SALDANHA
Rusoord
Saldanha is located in a quiet cul-de-sac and only a short stroll away
from the beach. The house features 5 bedrooms and BBQ facilities. Pets
are allowed on request. The house has a seating area, dining area and a
fully equipped kitchen, which also includes a washing machine. Two of the
rooms are en-suite and some of them offer sea views. The property offers
free private parking and is 4 km away from Saldanha Bay Harbour. |
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