The Karoo means different things to different people. To geologists it is an ancient formation of largely sedimentary deposits covering much of south east South Africa. For the purposes of this site we have used the term loosely to mean the interior of the old Cape Province.
Others see the Karoo as a huge, hot and arid empty space they need to cross to get somewhere else. This is an unfortunate perception as the Karoo encapsulates much of what is unique to South Africa. Bushveld and savannah can been seen elsewhere in Africa but only the Karoo offers the combination of geology, geography, history and lifestyle that is unique.
We hope that this site will encourage more people to explore the Karoo to discover its beauty, interests, wildlife and above all the hospitality of its people.
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No 6 is a charming, historic and luxurious guest house, in central Graaff-Reinet, close to all amenities, National Monuments and art galleries. Three generous rooms, two bathrooms (1 en suite). Self-catering in luxury kitchen or choose the B&B...
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Convenient for the heart of town but in a quiet area is the Angler and Antelope guest house. This is an attractive base for anglers who would like to take advantage of the great fishing opportunities to be found in the Somerset East area. Alan is...
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Mount Camdeboo (“Place of green hills or pools” in ancient Khoisan) Private Game Reserve lies a short way to the east of Graaff-Reinet in the heart of the Great Karoo.
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The landmark Drostdy Hotel, nestled in the heart of the historic town of Graaff-Reinet in the Great Karoo, has closed in order for extensive renovations to take place.
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The management of the Baviaanskloof Reserve has introduced important new rules governing cycling in the baviaanskloof as well as a warning to hikers.
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Please note that there is no petrol available in the Baviaanskloof any more.
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Get ready for the best wine and lifestyle festival in the Klein Karoo! Calitzdorp will be the place to be over the weekend of 18 to 20 May 2012.
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18th May 2012 to 20th May 2012
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Explores the bond between man and beast with this tale of a young Mongolian girl who rescues a stray dog, and the subsequent relationship that develops between the homeless canine and the girl's disapproving father.
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Exactly 110 years after the signing of the peace treaty between the Boer Republics and Great Britain, the end of the Anglo-Boer War will be commemorated in Richmond, in the heart of the Great Karoo.
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31st May 2012 to 2nd June 2012
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