Towards late afternoon, the great, unyielding canopy slowly softens its fierceness, and from pastel shades of pink and blue, the colours deepen, setting the endless Karoo canvas ablaze with glorious hues of orange and red. The Great Karoo is a vast and unforgiving landscape of which the Karoo National Park is but a small portion.

Being the largest ecosystem in South Africa, the Karoo is home to a fascinating diversity of life, all having adapted to survive in these harsh conditions. Karoo National Park is dominated by the lofty Nuweveld mountains and rolling plains, where many species that originally occurred here now occupy their former ranges.

The Karoo National Park has a wide variety of endemic wildlife. Many species have been relocated to their former ranges - such as black rhino and buffalo, as well as Cape mountain zebra. Over 20 breeding pairs of black eagle find sanctuary within the park. There is also a wide diversity of succulent plants and small reptiles.

ACCOMMODATION

• All accommodation is serviced daily and equipped with bedding, towels and soap.
• Six-bed Cape Dutch style family cottages, each with two bedrooms, en suite bathrooms (bath and shower) and fully equipped kitchen.
• Three-bed Cape Dutch style chalets, each with Bathroom (shower) and kitchenettes with basic equipment. Two units have been adapted for persons with mobility difficulties.
• 10 new selfcatering Cape Dutch style cottages - one bedroom (double bed) open plan kitchen (microwave and hob) and lounge, bathroom (shower).

Camping

• Award-winning camping and caravan camp sites amidst a veritable green oasis in the rugged Karoo environment with communal ablution and kitchen facilities.
• All caravan sites equipped with 220V power points.
• A maximum of six persons, one caravan with a side tent and one vehicle, or one tent and one vehicle, or one autovilla or one motorised caravan will be permitted per site.

ACTIVITIES

• Scenic drive along the picturesque Klipspringer Pass with environmentally sympathetic style of construction and scenic viewpoint at Rooivalle.
• Game viewing in own vehicle.
• Karoo 4X4 Trail. Maximum of 8 persons. This trail may be undertaken in own vehicle, or in a park vehicle with guide.
• Night drives, under guidance of trained staff.
• Two nature trails, one of 800 m (Bossie Trail), and one of 11 km (Fonteintjieskloof Trail).
• Karoo Fossil Braille Trail is 400 m long and is specifically adapted for handicapped visitors, depicting the geology and palaeontology of the Great Karoo.
• Swimming pool for resident guests only.
• Bird hide at the dam near main restcamp.

FACILITIES

• Fully licensed a la carte restaurant.
• Shop where curios and basic commodities may be purchased.
• An information centre.
• Washing-machine and tumble drier.
• Picnic facilities for day visitors (outside peak periods).
• Public telephone.
• Conference facilities.

Rates
All rates are self-catering unless specified otherwise.

IMPORTANT: Deposits & payments
For bookings made more than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 4 months of making a booking. For bookings made less than 6 months before arrival a 50% deposit is required within 10 days of making a booking. For bookings made within 40 days of arrival, immediate and full payment is required within 24 hours upon confirmation of the booking. Final and full payment for all reservations is due 40 days prior to arrival. Rates are to be used as a guide only - full quotes will be provided upon receipt of an enquiry.

When making an enquiry, please supply full detail regarding the number of adults, number of children together with their ages, arrival and departure dates, accommodation type(s) required and number of nights in each rest camp. Also supply alternative dates and rest camps where possible. Children under 2 are free of charge. Bookings open 1 year in advance - it is essential to book as early as possible for busy/peak periods and school holidays.

VALID 01 NOVEMBER 2008 – 31 OCTOBER 2009

PLEASE NOTE
CAMP & CARAVAN SITE RESERVATIONS CAN ONLY BE MADE DIRECTLY WITH SA NATIONAL PARKS AND NOT THROUGH US.

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