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# Great Karoo

## Travel Guide

![Off the beaten path at the top of Swartberg Pass, South Africa #Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/a54db8a9-10c1-4133-974c-ed18b64e163f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Off the beaten path at the top of Swartberg Pass, South Africa #Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/a54db8a9-10c1-4133-974c-ed18b64e163f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![Capetown is the most beautiful African country I have ever visited. Not that I have visited many countries in Africa but if I have tons of cash I would buy a home here!

#nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635943691532/56bcdbc6-6943-45c8-baf6-8b9caf63657e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![The floral and fauna in this country is so varied and distinctive. I have never seen many species outside this country!

These are the wild flowers atop Table Mountain. If have time do visit the Botanical Garden as you will be amazed and in awe if you like flowers!

#nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635943691532/bd6d5ef2-db1d-4dad-8489-fd547e277be0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

![View from the dining car. #travelbug #beaufortwest #premierclasse #southafrica #africa #panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123316/43dd7f86-8756-40fc-a161-9d65ee87b74d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh)

## Visit Great Karoo

Where to stay

Things to do

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### Where to stay in Great Karoo

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### Schoemanshoek

4.5/5(2 area reviews)

 Visitors to Schoemanshoek enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Karusa Vineyards is worth a stop. 

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- Great Karoo Hotel Deals
- Vacation Rentals in Great Karoo

![Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/7f6ae327_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

off the R46 Touws River Western Cape

$353 nightly

$406 total

Feb 22 - Feb 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa lodge in Touws River. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking.

8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)

Such an amazing time wished we stayed an extra day. Staff was amazing, amenities were great room was clean and the game drive was incredible.

Reviewed on Dec 2, 2025

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![Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3131700/3131643/22f5a0ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve

R356 Sutherland Road Breede River Western Cape

$525 nightly

$603 total

Mar 17 - Mar 18

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this lodge in Breede River. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service.

8.4/10 Very Good! (43 reviews)

Clean room, great breakfast, wide selection at lunch and dinner. Stayed 2 nights so enjoyed the 4 game drives. Ashley was an excellent guide

Reviewed on Nov 29, 2025

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![Old Mill Lodge, Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7120000/7117000/7116903/w871h340x0y5-f54a0777_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Old Mill Lodge, Working Ostrich Farm & Restaurant, Oudtshoorn

Schoemanshoek Valley, R328 Oudtshoorn Western Cape

$54 nightly

$63 total

Feb 23 - Feb 24

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly B&B in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Karusa Vineyards and Buffelsdrift ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (84 reviews)

We choose to stay at this property as it gave us an overview of a working farm in Oudtshoorn. We stayed in a two bedroom modular home which was extremely quiet and nestled along the river. We did not have dinner there but did have breakfast. It was very good with a lot of options both cold and ...

Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025

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Landrani Luxury Lodge

Vergelegen Road Oudtshoorn Western Cape

Stay at this cabin in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an in-room coffeemaker.

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![Red Stone Hills](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19460000/19458800/19458778/73885abd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Red Stone Hills

6.5 km on Kruisriver turnoff from R62 Oudtshoorn Western Cape

Stay at this cottage in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and horse riding on site.

9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews)

Beautiful setting and loveley private cottage with everything you could need gir a comfortable stay.

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

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![De Kombuys Estate](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12340000/12331000/12330940/3f54d7b9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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De Kombuys Estate

De Kombuys Oudtshoorn Western Cape

Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free breakfast, an attached winery, and room service. Popular attractions Cango Caves ...

Quiet and picturesque

The farm surrounding is picturesque and we loved the cabin. What a nice touch to have a gift for the children too! The hospitality was excellent, I highly recommend this if you are looking for some peace and tranquility.

Reviewed on Jan 14, 2024

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### Popular places to visit

![Elephant rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/0611cfde-4738-4848-bb09-9d927d809da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Buffelsdrift Game Lodge

5/5(1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge during your stay in Oudtshoorn. Discover the sunrises while you're in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Buffelsdrift-Game-Lodge-Buffelsdrift.d6166116.Vacation-Attraction)

![So much to love and learn. This is a beautiful place to see and a  must if you traveling along the Garden Routes...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/601db68d-fc91-40db-a6c6-d22b1a80a399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Cango Caves

5/5(9 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Cango Caves, a lovely green space in Oudtshoorn. Amble around the area's gardens, or seek out its campsites. 

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![Cottages at main camp. Love the view!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123316/c40ec291-1a58-44b1-981b-cda9bf1aade9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Karoo National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Karoo National Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort West. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. 

[](https://expedia.com/Karoo-National-Park-Beaufort-West.d6090937.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center

Enjoy an outing to Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center during your stay in Touws River. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. 

[](https://expedia.com/Aquila-Safari-Animal-Rescue-Center-Touws-River.d553248622814341599.Vacation-Attraction)

#### Cango Ostrich Ranch

5/5(1 review)

See the exotic and native animals who call Cango Ostrich Ranch home during your trip to Oudtshoorn. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. 

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#### Swartberg Nature Reserve

4/5(1 review)

Learn about the local history of Prince Albert when you take a trip to Swartberg Nature Reserve. Discover the area's mountain views and shops. 

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## Cities near Great Karoo

![Oudtshoorn which includes mountains, tranquil scenes and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/8af1be2e-3c30-46ff-be18-9c84b9da957c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Oudtshoorn

![Road between Willowmore and De Rust](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6050855/fad95936-d229-497c-8048-17a0a877c997.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### De Rust

![Imposing mountain and green plains in Karoo with green vegetation after winter rains in the Karoo National Park, Western Cape, South Africa](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123316/5535b964-11ba-47f5-bd24-afb5e067437e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Beaufort West

![Windmill at sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6138751/84de0e75-e565-4d61-b9a8-4350ec040f14.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=512&h=288&q=medium)

### Laingsburg

- Cities near Great Karoo
- Places of interest

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- [Buffelsdrift Game Lodge ](https://expedia.com/Buffelsdrift-Game-Lodge-Buffelsdrift.d6166116.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Cango Caves ](https://expedia.com/Cango-Caves-Oudtshoorn.d6166093.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Tankwa Karoo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Tankwa-Karoo-National-Park-South-Africa.d6090935.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Karoo National Park ](https://expedia.com/Karoo-National-Park-Beaufort-West.d6090937.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Swartberg Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Swartberg-Nature-Reserve-Prince-Albert.d553248621532454843.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Rust en Vrede Waterfall ](https://expedia.com/Rust-En-Vrede-Waterfall-Western-Cape.d553248634180815091.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Meiringspoort ](https://expedia.com/Meiringspoort-De-Rust.d6269855.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Karusa Vineyards ](https://expedia.com/Karusa-Vineyards-Schoemanshoek.d553248634180814214.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Baviaans Tourist Center ](https://expedia.com/Baviaans-Tourist-Center-Willowmore.d553248621592816954.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Villa Kruger ](https://expedia.com/Villa-Kruger-Prince-Albert.d553248621562613512.Vacation-Attraction)
- [De Krans Wine Cellar ](https://expedia.com/De-Krans-Wine-Cellar-Calitzdorp.d553248621532481204.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Prince Albert Church ](https://expedia.com/Prince-Albert-Church-Prince-Albert.d553248622007271091.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Apollo Theatre ](https://expedia.com/Apollo-Theatre-Ubuntu.d815324563036577792.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Aberdeen Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Aberdeen-Nature-Reserve-Aberdeen.d553248621592934381.Vacation-Attraction)
- [South African Astronomical Observatory ](https://expedia.com/South-African-Astronomical-Observatory-Karoo-Hoogland.d553248622006565426.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Floriskraal Reservoir ](https://expedia.com/Floriskraal-Reservoir-Laingsburg.d553248622629359576.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Wesleyan Methodist Church ](https://expedia.com/Wesleyan-Methodist-Church-Aberdeen.d553248621592934380.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Ladismith Golf Club ](https://expedia.com/Ladismith-Golf-Club-Ladismith.d553248621560820005.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Akkerendam Nature Reserve ](https://expedia.com/Akkerendam-Nature-Reserve-Hantam.d553248622625898541.Vacation-Attraction)
- [De Rust Memorial Church ](https://expedia.com/De-Rust-Memorial-Church-De-Rust.d553248621593437343.Vacation-Attraction)
- [Die Krans Winery ](https://expedia.com/Die-Krans-Winery-Calitzdorp.d553248621592816929.Vacation-Attraction)
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