Things to Do in Citrusdal

Springs & Mountains Hot springs, Cederberg hiking, citrus farms and mountain adventures

Citrusdal
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Top Activity
The Baths — R120 day visit
43°C natural hot mineral springs
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Hiking
Cederberg trails R60/day
2-hour to multi-day hikes available
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Farm Tours
Citrus picking May–Sep
Tours from R80pp at working farms

Did You Know?

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The Baths water temperature is a constant 43°C year-round — heated deep underground by geothermal activity. The mineral content includes iron, potassium and sodium.
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The Clanwilliam cedar (Widdringtonia cedarbergensis) grows only in these mountains above 1,000m. Fewer than 13,000 wild trees remain — it's critically endangered.
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Citrusdal citrus is exported worldwide — the fruit you buy at The Baths farm stall might be the same variety heading to Europe and Asia from the valley's massive pack houses.

Must-Do Experiences

Must Do

Soak at The Baths

Natural hot springs in a mountain valley. Day visitors R120, open 08:00–17:00. Pool and private tubs. Best in winter when steam rises off the water into cold mountain air.

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Adventure

Cederberg Day Hike

Access via Middelberg Pass from Citrusdal. CapeNature permit R60/day. Trails from 2–8 hours through sandstone formations, fynbos and mountain pools. Carry 2L water minimum.

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Hidden Gem

Rondegat River Wild Swimming

Crystal-clear mountain pools 30 min from town. No facilities, no crowds. CapeNature permit needed. Bring a picnic and spend the afternoon. Water is cold but refreshing.

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Local Secrets

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The Baths late afternoon (15:00–17:00) is when day visitors thin out. You'll get the pools almost to yourself for the last 2 hours.
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Middelberg Pass viewpoint at the top gives a panorama of the entire Olifants River valley and citrus orchards below — one of the most underrated views in the Western Cape.
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Farm-gate citrus — knock on any farm gate with a "Vrugte/Fruit" sign during harvest. A 10 kg box of oranges costs R30–R50 direct from the farmer.
Citrusdal is a gateway to two worlds: the gentle citrus valley with farm tours and hot springs, and the rugged Cederberg wilderness with hiking, rock art and off-grid adventures. The Baths is the must-do activity, but the surrounding mountains and farms offer days of exploration. Come for the springs, stay for the mountains.
The Baths Hot Springs
★★★★★4.5(2,800)R120
The Baths Road, 20 km east of Citrusdal
Natural 43°C mineral hot springs in a mountain setting. Public pool, private hot tubs and a cold plunge pool. Day visitors R120 (08:00–17:00). Towels for hire R20. On-site restaurant, farm stall and short walking trails. Gravel road suitable for all cars. Bring a picnic or eat at the restaurant.
Cederberg Wilderness Hiking
★★★★★4.8(1,400)R60/day
Middelberg Pass, east of Citrusdal
CapeNature wilderness area accessed from Citrusdal via Middelberg Pass. Day hikes (2–8 hrs) and overnight trails. Sandstone formations, rare cedars, mountain fynbos and natural swimming pools. Permits R60/day from CapeNature. Start early in summer — temperatures can exceed 35°C. Carry water and sun protection.
Citrus Farm Tours
★★★★☆4.3(180)R80pp
Various farms, Citrusdal Valley
Guided tours of working citrus farms during harvest season (May–Sep). See picking, grading, packing and cold storage. Taste different varieties straight from the tree. Tours R80pp, 1.5 hours. Buy farm-fresh fruit at the gate. Book via the Citrusdal Tourism Office on Main Street.

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