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The sun drenched Kalahari, with its ancient, undulating landscape, mystical sunsets, red Kalahari sand dunes and uncluttered horizons. The blanket of sand dunes is home to vultures and owls; springbok, gemsbok and black maned lions. Under the Dunes, you will find all kinds of precious ores. There has been mining in the area, luckily only on the surface.
Home to 40 raptor and vulture species and 7 owl species, the Kalahari also supports a vast selection of game farms, which are plentiful with wildlife. Each day, millions of litres of crystalline, mineral rich water pour into this desert. Flowing from an amazing dolomite spring the Eye of Kuruman feeds forests of tall camethorn trees.
Towns in the Kalahari Region:
Black Rock
Dibeng
Dingleton
Hotazel
Kathu
Kuruman
Van Zylsrus
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A land of contrasts, where valleys of lush green vineyards follow the mighty Orange River through the surrounding red sands and black granite rock.
Vast tracts of bleak, shimmering semidesert contrast dramatically with lush green vineyards filling the Orange River’s fertile valleys. The massive body of water meanders through a giant valley of its making, being at its most impressive at the Augrabies Falls National Park, where the deafening fury of a huge torrent of angry water plummeting 56m down a series of granite cataracts speaks volumes for the river’s awesome power. By 1884, the river had been claimed by colonialists, and irrigation and development followed.
Today, you can travel peacefully from wine cellars to tearooms in the desert; from a luxurious lodge to the desolation of Verneukpan. Yet, not all is tamed. The mighty Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, Africa’s first transfrontier park, comprises almost 3.7 million hectares of sparsely vegetated, red sand dunes and dry riverbeds.
The reserve provides sanctuary for gemsbok, springbok, blue wildebeest, red hartebeest, eland, lion, leopard, cheetah and smaller game. One of Africa’s last pristine game reserves, the size of the park allows for the mass migration of different species, a sight inducing awe and deepseated emotion.
Towns in the Green Kalahari Region:
Andriesvale
Augrabies
Beeshoek
Danielskuil
Groblershoop
Kakamas
Kanoneiland
Keimoes
Kenhardt
Marshand
Mier Area
Askham
Noenieput
Olifantshoek
Postmasburg
Upington
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The memories of the Kimberley tent-town’s days linger of frenetic activity of 30 000 mineworkers working 3 600 claims. Many old buildings, museums and one of South Africa’s most important art galleries lend an historic ambience to the city that thrust its way to prominence during the diamond rush. A reconstruction of the original ‘rush town’ stands alongside the incredible Big Hole, the largest hand-dug excavation in the world, offering visitors insight into the lives of those who lived and worked through the dreams and nightmares of a vibrant history we take for granted.
During the Anglo-Boer War,the Boers besieged Kimberley for 4 months. In this time, many heroes rose to prominence. Boer forces surrounding Kimberley showed how a determined, small and under-resourced force could keep the British army at bay for months. However, Kimberley’s diamond story and the siege are parts of only the most recent history here. A rich archaeological heritage, including stunning examples of ancient rock engravings, reflects a past that reaches back to the very origins of humankind.
Towns in the Diamond Fields Region:
Barkley West
Delportshoop
Hartswater
Jan Kempdorp
Kimberley
Modder River
Warrenton
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The Karoo, a seemingly arid region that bursts into a life with the rains, bringing life to the dormant succulents that feed the Karoo and the livestock. Countless streams flow between fissures underlying the dry but fertile soil. In the valleys between desolate, flat-topped koppies you will find distinct Karoo architecture and imposing churches. Take a short trip from Colesberg, to Hopetown, the scene of South Africa’s first recorded diamond find. Return, passed Orania, a self-proclaimed Afrikaner volkstaat, which has its own currency and governing body. Visit Vanderkloof and the Rolfontein Nature Reserve on the shores of the great Vanderkloof Dam, where you can Indulge in watersports or relax on its secluded banks. 100km downstream, you will find Doornkloof Nature Reserve on the lake’s southern shores. Throughout this wonderful part of the great Karoo, you can visit, hike and relax on game farms and nature reserves teeming with Fauna. Endless wilderness plateaus, unique flat-topped koppies, and the hospitality of the people of the Karoo, are waiting for you.
Towns in the Karoo Region:
Belmont
Britstown
Campbell
Carnarvon
Colesberg
Copperton
De Aar
Douglas
Griquatown
Hanover
Hopetown
Hutchinson
Loxton
Marydale
Norvalspont
Noupoort
Orania
Petrusville
Philipstown
Prieska
Richmond
Strydenburg
Three Sisters
Van Wyksvlei
Vanderkloof
Victoria West
Vosburg
Witput
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Suggested
Itinerary: An ideal Self-Drive Itinerary
for The Karoo, would be 11 Day Sun City - Cape Town : The alternative route.
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here |
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World renowned for the floral extravaganza that nature puts on annually, the Namakwa region is stunning. Each spring the dormant arid winter lands come alive with a flamboyant spread of wild flowers. These flowers include many rare, unique and endangered plants. The land of the Nama is a land of mystery, magic and contrasts where the indescribable beauty moulded by an unforgiving climate, creating fields of dreams, adventure, mountain moonscapes, unique culture and diamond seas. Track the Old Copper Way deeply rooted in a proud mining tradition. Take a raft or canoe trip on the Orange River or take your 4x4 on an adventure in the haunting moonscapes of the mountains of the Richtersveld Transfrontier Park. From the South African Astronomical Observatory in Sutherland experience the wonder of the star-studded night.
Towns in the Namakwa Region:
Aggeneys
Alexander Bay
Brandvlei
Calvinia
Carolusberg
Concordia
Eksteenfontein
Fraserburg
Garies
Hondeklip Bay
Kamieskroon
Kleinzee,Koingnaas
Komaggas
Kuboes
Lekkersing
Leliefontein
Loeriesfontein
McDougall's Bay
Nababeep
Nieuwoudtville
Okiep
Onseepkans
Pella
Pofadder
Port Nolloth
Richtersveld Communities
Sanddrif
Soebatsfontein
Springbok
Steinkopf
Sutherland
Vioolsdrift
Williston
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The Northern Cape is a land of many diverse cultures, of frontier history and brave missionaries. It also has countless challenges for the adrenaline junkies, hikers, and 4x4 adventurers.
It has impressive parks with endless game and one of the most unique flora in the world. There is so much to see and do in what most believe to be a boring part of South Africa.
Northern Cape
4x4 trails and challenges - Enjoy the wide open spaces and sometimes challenging terrain
Faithful Missions - The first missionaries were adventurers in their own right
For the love of Country - The Anglo-Boer War battlefields route
Much more than flowers - a rich and rare plant life has adapted to the harsh climate
Diamond fields Region
Kimberley Big Hole and Mine Museum - This, the most visited tourist attraction in the Northern Cape, is in the process of a major revamp.
The Belgravia Historic Walk, Kimberley - 2 kilometres of historic sites and stately Victorian homes
Legends of Kimberley - Numerous locals have helped to shape South Africa
The Vaal harts Valley - Visit one of the world’s largest irrigation schemes that waters over 1000 farms
Karoo Region
Karoo Architecture - An architecture born out of necessity.
Khoisan Rock Art - be on the lookout throughout the Karoo.
Vanderkloof Dam - resort, nature reserve and a marvellous engineering feat.
Namakwa Region
Ais- Ais/ Richtersveld Transfrontier Park - southern Africa’s surrealistic mountain desert.
Much more than flowers - a rich and rare plant life has adapted to the harsh climate.
Copper and Diamonds - routes along mines of old and present day.
South African Astronomical Observatory - the sky is the limit
Green Kalahari Region
Augrabies Falls National Park - the world’s sixth largest waterfall.
Riemvasmaak - a community run mountain desert wilderness and hot spring.
The Red Dune Route - warm hospitality in a remote desert area.
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park - a 3.7 million hectare unspoilt ecosystem.
The Orange River Wine Cellars - the largest co-op wine cellars in the country.
Kalahari Region
The Roaring Kalahari Route - adventure on the back roads of the Kalahari.
From Beneath the Surface - gaping holes, mammoth trucks and colossal machinery.
The Eye of Kuruman - the largest spring in the southern hemisphere brings relief to the desert.
Major Towns: Calvinia, Colesberg, Kuruman, Springbok and Upington.
Languages: Afrikaans, English, Nama, SeTswana and Xhosa
Regions: Kalahari, the Green Kalahari, Diamond Fileds, Karoo and Namakwa
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Suggested
Itinerary: An ideal Self-Drive Itinerary
for The Northern Cape Overview, would be 11 Day Sun City - Cape Town : The alternative route.
click
here |
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