• 216 Main Street
  • Paarl, Western Cape
  • 7646
  • SOUTH AFRICA
  • +27(0)21 807 4528
PUBLIC PROFILE

Ashia, an African name meaning “life and hope”, lies nestled at the foot of the dramatic Drakenstein mountains near Paarl, providing the perfect setting for the sanctuary’s conservation and environmental education programmes. A true passion project, the cheetah conservation programme forms the heart of this beautiful place, offering a facility for hand-raised ambassador cheetahs and a safe sanctuary for retired animals or those that need special care.

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It is a musical March in Paarl

Posted by Wilandre Johnson on 27 February 2018 5:30 AM CAT
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Picnic Concert: Die Heuwels Fantasties at The Afrikaanse Language Monument

24 March 2018 

8 pm – 9pm

The ever-popular Die Heuwels Fantasties (translated as ‘Fantastic Hills’) again ascends the Paarl Mountain this year for another sizzling picnic concert at the Language Monument, in the Garden Theatre. Whether you are a hardened fan or have never experienced the pleasure of their live sounds, this opportunity is definitely not one to pass up. In addition, it is in aid of the Let’s Read! literacy project for children.

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Pure Paarl Farmers Market

Every Saturday from 9am – 2pm

Pure Paarl Farmers Market is based at Zanddrift Vineyards opposite Boschenmeer on the R301, Paarl. Its vision is to create a platform for small farmers, artisan and crafters to showcase their naturally and homemade produce and products. It is an authentic farmer’s market where the farmer comes to you! For more information contact Lynn Giles +27 (0) 71 131 1380 or hello@purepaarl.co.za

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Summer is the ideal time to head for the outdoors and the stunning Boland towns of Paarl and Wellington are ready to welcome visitors for a sizzling summer.  From picnics to game drives, outdoor events and adventures as well as great gourmet offerings, wine tastings and amazing accommodation deals, Paarl and Wellington should be your summer destination of choice.

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Full-blown summer flavour at Nederburg

Posted by Lorenzo Samuels on 02 January 2018 4:45 AM CAT
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Take a journey to Nederburg this summer for a breathtaking blend of the traditional and the contemporary, just like its wines.  Set against the imposing Drakenstein Mountains near Paarl, the winery commands magnificent views and lets you imagine how it was in the beginning when founder, Philippus Wolvaart, arrived in 1791. His fine manor house, built in 1800, overlooks generous lawns and gardens, filled with birdsong and fragrant flowers and shrubs.

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