AN EXTRAORDINARY SOUTH AFRICAN HOLIDAY EXPERIENCE!
LEISURELY PURSUITS IN
THE NORTHERN CAPE,
SOUTH AFRICA
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1 Unique flavour and flair
The Northern Cape is a truly remarkable holiday
destination. Explore the unique flavour of the
province with its unique combination of ancient
Africa with an overlay of confident democracy.
Walk barefoot on the land of the ancestors,
proud of its roots and enthusiastic about the
future, creating, solving challenges and greeting
the world with a wide, warm smile.
Meet the oldest human inhabitants of Africa, the
San Bushmen, at Riemvasmaak or the indigenous
Setswana and Nama in Namakwa and the
Diamond Fields. Visitors to the Northern Cape
have ample chance to immense themselves in
these unique cultures through exploring cultural
villages and arts and crafts markets, indulging in
local cuisine at township restaurants, watching
traditional dances and ceremonies, listening to
real stories at interactive museums and talking
to our people, who are willing to teach their
customs and phrases to our guests. It’s the best
way to experience the heartbeat of the province
and to take a bit of the Northern Cape with them
when you leave.
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TWELVE TANTALISING REASONS
TO CHOOSE THE NORTHERN CAPE
AS YOUR SOUTHERN AFRICAN
LEISURE DESTINATION:
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Majestically reaching over 360 000 sq kilometres from the world-renowned Kalahari Desert
to the arid plains of the Karoo, the Northern Cape, South Africa offers visitors an unique
experience. With its open spaces, friendly people, rich history and unique cultural diversity,
this land of the extreme, promises an extraordinary tourism destination. More info visit
www.experiencenortherncape.com
2 Unforgettable, enriching experiences
Whether you are stargazing in Sutherland,
hunting for fossils in the Karoo or searching for
San rock art deep in the caves of the Diamond
Fields, experiencing the world’s richest floral
offering in Namakwa, camping deep in the bush
surrounded by wildlife and the famed blackmaned lion of the Green Kalahari, or kayaking
down the mighty Orange River, the Northern
Cape is more than an adventure, it’s an enriching
life experience.
3 Rich, cultural encounters
The distinct cultural groups that make up the
Northern Cape are as rich as the country’s history.
4 Value for luxury
The inherent warm hospitality of the people
of the Northern Cape makes visitors feel like
celebrities when they come to this vast province.
They can stay in the luxurious establishments, be
pampered with spa treatment, dine on fabulous
food and wine and afford all those once-in-alifetime experiences they’ve been longing to
try. Not only will you have an excellent rate of
exchange, but our facilities, activities and service
equal outstanding value- so you can do more for
your money. We call it value for luxury.
For more information, visit
www.experiecenortherncape.com
For enquiries, e-mail
[email protected]
5 Make a difference with Ubuntu
Looking after the collective is looking after the
self. This is something that every visitor could
learn when coming here and making a difference,
whether it’s bookings creating tourism jobs or
physically making a difference in our communities
and to our wildlife by supporting conservation
and social upliftment initiatives.
6 Great weather
In sunny Northern Cape, our great weather
invites visitors to enjoy the outdoors, play golf
year-round, indulge in massages under open
skies, hike, walk, canoe, or have a braai or a
potjie or go on stargazing safaris. Visitors can
choose from a variety of outdoor adventure
activities and experiences and take advantage of
the many sunny days.
www.experiencenortherncape.com
7 Leading adventure destination
With unexpected adventures around every
corner, the Northern Cape is arguably the
adventure destination of Southern Africa. It’s
all about pushing individual boundaries and
personal growth. For some, adventure is going
on a walking trail, a hot-air balloon ride or
tasting a foreign cuisine. For others, adventure
is captured in an adrenaline rush by traversing
the rapids of the mighty Orange River in a
kayak or leaping off a mountain or waterfall.
No matter the skill, inclination or interest, there
is an adventure to thrill all. Combined with our
beautiful weather and spectacular scenery, it’s a
heady mix!
knowledge of a Nama or San Bushmen guide/
tracker. The Northern Cape’s natural beauty is
enhanced by it’s an enigmatic wildlife. From the
small five to the big five, watching wild animals
at dose range is something truly unforgettable.
There are walking, horseback, 4x4, little five and
many more safaris to incorporate in your trip.
9 A firm favourite for incentives
Due to our great weather, diverse cultures,
adventure credentials, historic Freedom
Struggle, lively urban rhythms, award-winning
food and wine, luxury accommodation, natural
wonders, spirit of Ubuntu, fascinating wildlife
and welcoming nature, the Northern Cape
has become a firm favorite for domestic and
international travellers. Build memories to last a
lifetime with an unforgettable, life-enriching trip
to the Northern Cape.
As the only arid hotspot in the world this region
contains more than 6 000 plant species, 250
species of birds, 78 species of mammals, 132
species of reptiles and amphibians and an
unknown number of insects, making it the
world’s most diverse, arid environment. This
floral diversity has also made the Namakwa the
richest bulb flora arid region in the world.
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10 Special Occasions, Weddings and
Honeymoons
The Northern Cape’s unspoilt nature and
breathtaking scenery with deserts, rivers,
beaches, mountains and forests provide the
perfect backdrop for the wedding of your wildest
dreams. That is why the province is fast becoming
one of the world’s most desirable and soughtafter wedding and honeymoon destinations.
12 The Floral Kingdom of the Namakwa
Each spring, the dormant and arid winter
plains of the Northern Cape’s Namakwa region
are transformed into a kaleidoscope of color
with the arrival of the flower season. The wild
flowers of the Namakwa are definitely a natural
phenomenon and best discovered on foot, which
makes it ultimately appealing to hikers and
outdoor enthusiasts.
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8 Natural beauty and wildlife
The Northern Cape is arguably South Africa’s
most beautiful and natural province. For the
active, it’s an ideal environment for exploration
and adventure. We have an awe-inspiring setting
for any enthusiast. Visitors are hard-pressed to
choose between our UNESCO World Heritage
Site and two Transfrontier Parks, the Kgalagadi
and the |Ai-|Ais Richtersveld with its red and
golden sand dunes. Share the intimate bush
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11 Provincial Treasures
The Northern Cape boasts six national parks, six
provincial nature reserves and numerous private
game reserves, which allow visitors to experience
all the natural splendor, birdlife and game as well
as awesome natural vistas of this vast province.
This includes two Transfrontier parks crossing
into world-famous safari destinations such as
Namibia and Botswana. The province is also
home to two of the largest rivers in South Africa
and three legendary deserts. Each region will
capture the imaginations of those who dare to
explore its rugged mountains, endless flatlands
and undulating dunes.
For more information do visit
www.experiencenortherncape.com or contact
[email protected]
Experience Northern Cape
13 Day Self Drive tour
A suggested self drive 13 day itinerary exploring the unique tourism offerings of the Northern Cape.
For alternative itinerary suggestions please contact [email protected].
Day 2 Kimberley
Day 7 Kanoneiland (2 nights)
Kimberley is the capital city, also known as the Diamond
City. Visit the The Big Hole and Vintage Tram where the
magnificent era of Diamond Discovery in Kimberley is
brought back to life. Belgravia historical walk featuring
3 of the city’s most historical buildings and sites, Kampfer
dam – largest permanent population of lesser flamingo,
Wildebeest Kuil Rock Art Centre, Duggan Cronin Gallery,
McGregor Museum and Sol Plaatjie House.
Depart Kgalagadi back on R360 enroute to Upington and
visit the small communities of Mier, Askham, Noenieput
and Welkom, still home to the world’s oldest ancient
tribes, the !Khomani San. En Route to from the Park also
stop at Kalahari Trails and if time permits, take a walk
with Ann Rossa to learn about all the smaller insects of
the Kalahari and more Meerkat encounters. Arriving
in Upington, the second biggest town in the province
and former mission station is a contrasting sight of lush
emerald green vineyards against the semi desert reds and
will impress the visitor with its vibrancy and ample tourist
attractions such as the Mill community craft center and
the South African Dried Fruit Co-operative, the second
largest and most modern in the world. Travelling on the
N14 we heading towards Kanoneiland, a large island in
the Orange River with virtually every inch under irrigation,
for our overnight stop. Warm hospitality and excellent
cuisine awaits you at the African Vineyard Guest House.
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Day 3 Douglas (1 night)
Depart on the R 357 from Kimberley to Douglas, founded
in 1848 and today a thriving fast growing Karoo town,
Visit GWK wines cellar established in 1968 with a wide
variety of desert and table wines. Not to miss is a visit
to Die Neus, a scenic spot where the might Orange River
and Vaal River meets. At Broadwater enjoy a variety of
water activities, bird watching and game watching on the
adjacent game farm.
Day 4, Witsand Nature Reserve
(1 night)
Enroute to Witsand Nature Reserve you will travel through
the Karoo. Your route will take you past Campbell and
Griquatown, good luncheon stop over at the Proviand.
Witsand means “White Sand” and the name is derived
from the colour of the sand, which contrasts against
the surrounding red Kalahari sands. It is a a scenic
park, teeming with bird life, including the Namaqua
sandgrouse, sociable weaver and Africa’s smallest raptor
- the pygmy falcon with walks, hikes or cycling amongst
the dunes. with endless photographic opportunities. At
night be sure to enjoy the clear night skies offering some
fine stargazing.
Day 5- 6 Kgalagadi (2 nights)
Today we are making our way up to the Kgalagadi
Transfrontier Park, +- 450 km. From Groblershoop
continue on the N10 towards Upington and then onto
R360 to the Kalagadi Transfrontier park. Enter the
Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park at Tweerivieren.gate and
head towards Kamqua where the camp staff of Xaus
Lodge will meet you. On the sunset drive on an open safari
vehicle witness the sunset bring the warm Kalahari sands
is unleashed from rocky surroundings characterised by
the 18km abyss of the Orange River Gorge. The 55 383
hectares on both the northern and southern sides of the
Orange River provide sanctuary to a diversity of species,
from the very smallest succulents, birds and reptiles to
springbok, gemsbok and giraffe.
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Arrive at OR Tambo international Airport, collect your
car and depart to Kimberley (5hour drive). Following N12
route from Johannesburg to Kimberley one could travel
slightly back north from Warrenton to visit Vaalharts
Valley where the mighty rivers of the Vaal and Harts
rivers meet. Travelling onwards one will pass the quaint
historical towns of Windsorton and Barkly West, rich in
diamond mining history.( Located here is Mattanu Game
Reserve a good alternative first night).
to life and return to camp under the cover of darkness. The
unpolluted skies deliver a spectacular display of stars on
dark nights and the full moon is also a wonder to behold.
On the early morning walk see the day softly unfolding
while the San Bushmen field guides helps you discover
the uniqueness of this thirsty land. Be on the lookout
for Gemsbok, the iconic specie of the park, Suricate
(Meerkats) glorious to behold, the impressive blackmaned Kalahari Lion, the king of the Kalahari Desert and
an abundance of bird life, the park is famous for its birds
of prey
Day 1 Kimberley
Day 8 (Kanoneiland)
After a glorious and leisurely breakfast visit Bezalel Brandy
and Wine Estate for a leisurely brandy and wine tasting
tour and lunch before returning to Kanoneiland. Explore
the island on foot before returning for a well-deserved
sun downer and dinner amidst the lush vineyards of your
guest house.
Day 9 Augrabies (I night)
Ten percent of the country’s vineyards are located in
the Upington region, which is also home to the awardwinning Orange River Cellars, the second largest
co-operative cellar in the world. Taste their excellent
table and desert wines at the Orange river wine cellars
situated in Upingotn, Keimoes and Kakamas. Depart early
for Augrabies National park and enroute you will pass
Keimoes, (mouse’s nest) and Kakamas from the Khoi word
‘gagamas’ are quaint, must see towns with their eccentric
coffee shops and little road stalls along the highways
offering delicious local cuisine and warm hospitality. Be
sure to stop for lunch at the Kalahari gateway hotel in
Kakamas for their unique Kalahari sushi offering. After
checking in at your accommodation visit the Augrabies
Falls National Park. The Khoi people called it ‘Aukoerebis’,
or place of Great Noise, as this powerful flow of water
Day 9 Springbok (2 nights)
Departing from Augrabies enroute to Springbok be sure
to visit the Riemvasmaak Community , one of the
oldest tribes of Africa – Nama Bushmen settlement and
enjoy the unique hotsprings.Travelling on the N14 visitors
will pass famous towns such as Pofadder and Klein and
Groot Pella famed for its dates and mission station, On
the outskirts of Springbok, be sure to visit the Goegap
nature Reserve, featuring 600 indigenous flowers,
45 mammal species and 94 bird species. Dinner and
overnight in Springbok.
Day 10 Port Nolloth and Springbok
After breakfast travel on the N7 and R382 towards Port
Nolloth on the Atlantic Ocean. This is a popular boating,
fishing and crayfishing spot and an ideal place for lunch.
Stop over at Komagas, Okiep and Nabapeep on your way
back to Springbok or return via the diamond coast with its
unique beauty and mystique and visit the coastal town of
Klein Zee and visit the Cape Fur Seal Colony and Museum.
Day 11 Namakwa
Travelling along the N7 enroute to Cape Town depending
on your time you could take a leisurely route via
Kamieskroon and Garies traveling through the heart of the
Namakwa region. Each winter and early spring this area
is magically transformed from arid and drab Karoo bush
to a splendor of brilliance and multitude color. This area,
however at all times, offer the visitor a biodiversity seldom
found anywhere else in the world with 40% of the more
than 6 000 plant species, 250 bird species, 78 species
of mammals and 132 species of reptiles and amphibians
endemic to this area. Overnight at Lamberts Bay
Day 12 Cape Town
Before departing for Cape Town visit Bird Island, an
important site to breeding and roosting site for sea bird. A
4 hour journey will take you into Cape for your overnight
stay. In the afternoon visit Cape Point and Penguin and
Seal colony at Boulders Beach. At night explore the V&A
waterfront.
Day 13 Cape Town
Full day tour of the Mother City including a city tour,
Bo-Kaap Malay Quarters, stop at Table Mountain cable
station (weather permitting, visit Houses of Parliament
buildings, shop for souvenirs at Green Market Square.
Check out early evening and depart for airport for return
flight
Broadwater Guest House
AFRICAN VINEYARD Guest House
Kanoneiland, upington 
DOUGLAS
(AA Superior)
Tel:
+27 82 332 2266
Fax:
+27 86 630 4422
Email: broadwater@vodamail.
co.za
Website: http://www.broadwater.
co.za/
No. of Rooms: 4 B&B and 12 Self
Catering
Conferencing: 300 plus
GPS Co-ordinates:
-29.0254034°; 23.887195°
Contact:Elmarie De Bruin
Address:Plot 79 Kanoneiland
Upington, 8800
Tel:
+27 834611724 /
+27 71 6074582
Fax:
+086 650 8572
Email:[email protected]
Website:www.africanvineyard.co.za
No of Rooms: 9 B&B
Conferencing: 36
GPS Co-ordinates:
Longitude 21.078, Latitude -28.656
DAISY COUNTRY LODGE SPRINGBOK
MATTANU PRIVATE GAME RESERVE
Barkley West 
OLEANDER Guest House KIMBERLEY
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(AA Superior)
VERGELEGEN GUEST HOUSE Augrabies
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Contact:Martina Jacobs
Address:28 Carrington Street
Kimberley, 8301
+27 53 832 7088
Tel:
+27 53 832 2904
Fax:
Email:[email protected]
Website:http://www.oleander.co.za
No of Rooms: 6 B&B
Conferencing: 24
GPS Co-ordinates:
28˚45’8.03 “S, 24˚46’27.37”E
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(AA Superior)
Contact:Jacques Kriek
Address:50 Km from Kimberley,
Barkley West
Tel:
+27 83 235 1993
Email:[email protected]
Website:www.mattanu.com
No of Rooms: 7
Conferencing: 86 - 120
GPS Co-ordinates:
S28’23’57.71 / E024’28’38.40
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Contact:Estelle/ Madre
Address:25 Bietjiesfontein
Springbok 8240
+27 54 431 0976
Tel:
+27 712 3415
Fax:
+27 829203473
Cell:
Email:[email protected]
Website:www.daisylodge.co.za
No of Rooms: 11
Conferencing: 50 - 100
GPS Co-ordinates:
S 29° 42’00.99, E 17° 52’57.10
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Contact: Reservations
Address:Kakamas 8870
+27 54 431 0976
Tel:
Fax:
+27 86 588 4287
Email:[email protected]
Website:www.augrabiesfalls.co.za
No of Rooms: 15 B& B 2 SC
Conferencing: 35
GPS Co-ordinates:
28° 45’ 5.24” S / 20° 38’ 37.81” E
Witsand Nature Reserve Groblershoop
!Xaus Lodge Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park
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Contact: Jeanene Jessnitz
+27 53 3131061 /
Tel:
+27832347573
Fax:
+27 (0)86 628 3386
Email:witsandkalahari@telkomsa.
net
Website:www.witsandkalahari.com
No of Rooms: 10 Chalets; 20
Bungalows
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GPS Co-ordinates:
S28º 34” 967 / E22º 29” 242
LEISURE
GAME VIEWING
CONFERENCING FACILITIES
GOLFING IN THE VICINITY
WEDDING FACILITIES
RESTAURANT
ON SITE SPA
Contact:Eleanor Muller
+27 (0)21 701 7860
Tel:
Email:[email protected]
Website:www.xauslodge.co.za
No of Rooms: 11 FB (sleep 24)
In Touch with Tourism
Cape Hotels
Tel: +27 21 975 2795 • Fax: +27 21 975 2795
[email protected] • www.capehotels.co.za