GEORGE NEWS - George, Wilderness and Uniondale Tourism encourages tourism industry stakeholders, in particular activity-based operators, to apply for an opportunity offered by CapeNature to operate within their reserves.
The closing date for proposals is Friday 26 August at 12:00.
In George, this opportunity will specifically be within the Outeniqua Nature Reserve. Tourism manager Joan Shaw said it is a great opportunity for local entrepreneurs operating in the sports or tourism industries to benefit from our magnificent natural outdoor setting.
"The Outeniqua Reserve is right on our doorstep – literally at the entrance to George from the Oudtshoorn direction and close to the new Hawthorn Boutique Hotel opening soon.
Hiking in the Outeniqua Mountains. Photos: Andre Roux
"The area is mostly used for trails – hiking, trail running and mountain biking - as well as the Power Van which utilises the railway track up the mountain," she said.
"We encourage entrepreneurs to grab hold of this prospect, as it will benefit not only your potential business, but also the greater community of George, continuing to position George as a sports and tourism destination."
Celebrity trail runner Ryan Sandes in the Outeniqua Mountains.
The Outeniqua Nature Reserve features forested areas, mountain peaks, rivers and streams as well as the George and Cradock peaks and part of the Outeniqua Mountains. Rock climbing and many other activities can be considered in the mountainous area.
The Outeniqua Nature Reserve is a very scenic area and part of a world heritage site complex. It consists of endemic plants, rare species not found anywhere else, animals and insects such as leopard, caracal, honey badger, scorpions and spiders, and it is an important water conservation area.
For all enquiries about the application process, please contact Nicolette Mouries of CapeNature on 087 087 3022 or email to tourism@capenature.co.za.
Contact Joan Shaw or Sharon House at George, Wilderness and Uniondale Tourism on 044 801 9295 if you would like to arrange a virtual meeting with representatives from the Outeniqua Nature Reserve.
Celebrity trail runner Ryan Sandes in the Outeniqua Mountains.
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