The seaside town of Mossel Bay is where the famous Garden Route starts, all the way to the Eastern Cape province of South Africa.

Mossel Bay is derived from Mosselbaai, which means "Bay of Mussels." Despite the fact most of the mussels have gone, the area is famous for its sole. Or any other fish, as a matter of fact. If you're wondering what to do in Mosselbay:

Mossel Bay boasts several exquisite seafood restaurants, game reserves such as Garden Route Game Reserve , the luxury Botlierskop Private Game Reserve and nearby Gondwana Game Reserve (opening late 2008).

Apart from great food, Mossel Bay offers you wide stretch of white beaches along the Indian Ocean, with spectacular views of the Outeniqua Mountains.

Mossel Bay is a quaint town to visit along the Garden Route, worth discovering.

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