Visit The Garden Route
For those approaching from the west, Wilderness is where the Garden Route really starts. The road is gradually squeezed between the lagoons and wooded slopes on one side and the towering sand dunes on the other. Held in place by a dusting of surprisingly durable vegetation, the dunes slope down onto a long beach, often empty and pounded by the ocean surf. Bird life is particularly prolific in the area, and includes the distinctive African black oyster catcher. The town of Wilderness itself is quite built up and offers a wide array of accommodation, shops and places to eat.