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| GOOD REASONS TO VISIT THE AREA – See the world famous Cango Caves, only 15 km from De Opstal Country Lodge – Experience the activities of ostrich farming by doing a working ostrich farm tour – Drive over the Swartberg Pass – Visit The Hell, Prince Albert, Calitzdorp (the port capital of South Africa) and De Rust – Swim under the waterfalls at Rust en Vrede and Meiringspoort – Do some wonderful star gazing by night under the clear Karoo sky – Try out some inspiring ostrich recipes in the restaurants and indulge (responsibly!) in some of the lovely Klein Karoo wines | |
OUDTSHOORN & SCHOEMANSHOEK Oudtshoorn is situated in the Klein Karoo 55 kilometres from the large coastal town of George. First class hotels, lodges, inns, and guesthouses await the visitor. Enjoy the relaxed, friendly, hospitable atmosphere offered in town or at the various surrounding farms. Experience the joy of life in the country! |
FOOD & WINE Taste the fine local wines and the excellent cuisine of the Restaurants – meals which could include ostrich – all exquisitely available to satisfy every taste. |
ARCHITECTURE Exceptional stone masonry, lending that special touch. Admire the grandeur of the numerous “ostrich palaces”, established in the times of the “feather boom”. Conserved to this day as museums, guesthouses and dwellings for the discerning. |
KLEIN KAROO NATIONAL ARTS FESTIVAL [KKNK] An Annual gathering in March / April, of more than 100 000 lovers of the various arts, for a week of dancing, films, cabaret, classical music, comedy, contemporary music, open air concerts, plays, literary art & poetry. A momentous event, enjoying international sponsorship. |
THE CANGO CAVES One of the world’s great natural wonders, sculptured by nature through the ages. It is situated close to the Klein Karoo Town of Oudtshoorn. Mysterious and breathtaking limestone formations in a wide variety of natural colours, a subterranean wonderland. Regular guided tours daily. |
OSTRICHES Amidst the 400 ostrich farms surrounding the town, 3 have distinguished themselves worthy to be named “show farms”. Become exposed to this exotic bird species, the largest in the world. Guided tours available. |
SPORT Oudtshoorn is the hub of the region for the sport enthusiast, offering a challenging modern 18 hole golf course with full amenities and squash courts. Also, bowls, athletics, tennis, cricket, rugby, Olympic standard swimming pools, motor sport, miniature aircraft and many more. |
CHEETAHS A highly successful breeding station of this threatened species – one of the only two in the southern hemisphere. One of the foremost examples of Eco–tourism in the world and a superb mixture of conservation and tourism. You can get yourself photographed cuddling a cheetah cub, the fastest animal on land. |
CROCODILES Gaze with the awe at the slithering reptiles species from all over the world. Imagine ... more than 400 crocodiles and alligators in their prehistoric unattractiveness. They're being bred here and they're awfully nice, as long as you don't get too close! |
RIVERS & FALLS Numerous rivers, streams and falls have their origins in the surrounding Swartberg, Outeniqua, Kamanassie mountain ranges. Waterfalls abound, and the visitor is fortunate to safely visit two examples at the Vrede and Meiringspoort falls. |
HIKING & BIKING The eco–tourist, and those thriving on the outdoor life, alike, will be faced with a large selection of challenging opportunities. Hiking and biking trails are in abundance. Make your choice from lush subtropical to semi–arid. You will leave fulfilled! |
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