Keimoes is a smal town in the Northern Cape, and well positioned along the banks of the Orange River. This is an area known for its vineyards and date palms, so that the town is almost like an oasis in the dry landscape. The town is thought to have got its name from the Khoisan word meaning “large fountain,” and this refers to the natural springs that once sustained early inhabitants. Today, Keimoes offers various kinds of accommodation, and it’s…
Upington is a town on the banks of the Orange River in the Northern Cape. People often talk about Upington as the Gateway to the Kalahari, as it’s a convenient stopover for travellers heading to destinations such as the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park and Augrabies Falls National Park.
Kamieskroon is a small town in the Northern Cape, set against the Kamiesberg Mountains. This little town is regarded as the gateway to Namaqualand’s famous wildflower region. Each year Kamieskroon, which is between Garies and Springbok, comes alive when the arid landscapes transform into a breathtaking display of colourful blooms.
Have you heard of Hondeklipbaai? It’s one of the smallest towns in South Africa and is found in the Namakwa district of the Northern Cape. It is about 95 kilometers southwest of Springbok. It’s a small fishing community along the coast of Namaqualand. The village hasn’t grown much, and the people there pretty much stick to their traditional way of life. So you can say that it’s a traditional West Coast community found next to Namaqua National Park. The simple…
There is something utterly magical about the Northern Cape. Certainly, it is one of the less populated provinces, and this is one of its drawcards. It’s also those wild, dry, windswept landscapes that are so romantically attractive. There are so many places to visit in the Northern Cape, and of course, the type of travel getaway you have can be made that much more pleasurable when you have excellent accommodation. Zylsrus Hotel offers excellent accommodation. The hotel is situated on…
Sutherland in the Northern Cape lies in the western Roggeveld Mountains in the Karoo. The area is well known for extreme temperatures, but even during the snowy Winters, you can count on the warm Karoo hospitality, part of which makes Sutherland such a great getaway destination with lots of outdoor activities. Many people are buying property in the area just because of its wonderful tranquility, where you can still come across true salt-of-the-earth people. The clarity of Sutherland’s cloudless, pollution-free…
