West is an old town, established way back in 1818. It is often referred to as the ‘capital of the Karoo’. Many travellers love to stop over in the town before they head down to the coast. The town has a rich heritage too and it’s great to take a look at Chris Barnard’s house. Remember he was a pioneering heart surgeon who spent his childhood in the town. Around the town too is wonderful nature and the Karoo National…
Beaufort West is often known as the Gateway to the Karoo. The town is historic and serves as a major stopover for travellers heading down to the coast or back again. The fascinating town is also the birthplace of Dr. Christiaan Barnard, the pioneering heart surgeon. The town provides a fascinating glimpse into the heart of the Great Karoo. Of course, it has a good array of comfortable Karoo accommodation and Die Herehuis is a luxurious Victorian-style house built in…
There are heaps of people who travel between Gauteng and the Western Cape who stop over in Beaufort West not necessarily because they need to but because they want to. Some people make it an overnight stop, while others discover the magic and stay far longer. There is plenty to do in and around the old Central Karoo town and Olive Grove Guest Farm provides a range of splendid activities for their guests to enjoy. People come here to enjoy…
Any nature lover will simply love to spend time at the beautiful Ko-Ka Tsara Bush Camp in the Beaufort West area and surrounded by the Nuweveld Mountains. This beautiful spot which is a private game reserve, is situated 470 km from Cape Town. The venue also offers wonderful game drives and there are also 4×4 routes. The beautiful thatch chalets are all you need for a wonderful rejuvenating getaway. While these chalets are self-catering, if you really feel like it,…
Any nature lover will simply love to spend time at the beautiful Ko-Ka Tsara Busch Camp in the Beaufort West area and surrounded by the Nuweveld Mountains. This beautiful spot which is a private game reserve, is situated 470 km from Cape Town. The venue also offers wonderful game drives and there are also 4×4 routes. The beautiful thatch chalets are all you need for a wonderful rejuvenating getaway. While these chalets are self-catering, if you really feel like it,…
