TO DO IN GEORGE:
The Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe steam train is regarded as South Africa’s premier tourism icon.
A concerted effort is being made by the Western Cape minister of tourism Allan Winde and other role players to put together a business plan to ensure the ongoing viability of the service as a private-public enterprise.
The George to Mossel Bay route is currently the only one in operation. The George to Knysna line had to be closed following extensive flood damage in 2006.
Exciting vistas over Glentana, Great Brak and Hartenbos as well as Mossel Bay are worth the trip. Mossel Bay town has a special old-time atmosphere with several lovely museums and restaurants offering wonderful opportunities to while away an afternoon.

Time table
During the winter holidays the Outeniqua Choo-Tjoe steam train departs on Monday, Wednesday and Friday from the Transnet Heritage Transport Museum in Mission Street for the duration of the school holidays from 16 June to 9 July. After that it will run only on Fridays if there are enough bookings.
Arrival and departure times are as follows: depart from George at 10:00; arrive at Hartenbos: 11:30; depart at 11:35 for Mossel Bay arriving there at 12:00.
Return trip departure from Mossel Bay station at 14:15 arriving in George at 16:10.
Fares: adults R140 (single) and R180 (return). Children from three to 11 years pay R70 (single) and R90 (return). Children under three years travel free.
PLEASE NOTE :
Advance reservations are essential, at least 24 hours prior to departure. Phone 044 801 8288, 801 8289 or 801 8202. When there is fire danger, steam locomotives will be replaced with diesel locomotives.
Latest reporting time is 30 minutes prior to departure. Kindly note that smoking is not permitted on the train. Seating is on a first come first serve basis.

Courtesy of the Winter Break & World Cup Guide 2010.