Bontebok National Park, proclaimed in 1961 to save the bontebok from extinction is now sanctuary to a thriving population of bontebok, together with Cape mountain zebras and a scattering of other antelope such as grysbok, grey rhebok, duiker, red hartebeest and steenbok. The 2 786ha Park is also notable for its 200 or so different kinds of bird and for its floral wealth: wild olive, yellowwood and milkwood trees grace the banks of the Breede River's banks. The park has a 25-km road network and for the slightly more energetic, there are two walking trails. Picnic and camping sites are available on the banks of the Breede River.

De Hoop Nature and Marine Reserve is a popular destination for people and whales alike. The reserve hosts 3 000 ha of unspoilt Cape fynbos and a marine protected area which is home to an abundance of marine organisms. De Hoop is home to the endangered and rare Cape mountain zebras and Cape vultures, the bontebok, the De Hoop vlei and the best whale watching between July and November. De Hoop's rich diversity of wildlife, plants and culture makes it a unique experience to visitors.

Marloth Nature Reserve situated along the southern slopes of the Langeberg Mountains, is a botanist's dream. It has an abundance of wild flowers and fynbos. Hiking trails have been established and for those who wish to undertake the entire 81 km trail, there are six huts positioned at regular intervals. There are several day walks.

Buffeljachts Watersports offer sunset & breakfast cruises on the Buffeljags Dam. They also offer you the opportunity to enjoy walking, bird-watching, angling, river rides, canoeing and thrilling fuffi-slide rides.

Visit Dassies to enjoy a 4 x 4 or 4 x 2 track. Dassies also offer a mountain bike trail, nature trail (25 km) along the Breederiver. There is numerous wild life, birds and fish to see on this 600 ha nature reserve.

Bontebok Tours & Travel offer exciting guided tours in and around Swellendam. Also for the more adventourous Bontebok Tours offer horse riding, microflights, abseiling, 4 x 4 trails, and sunset and breakfast tours.