Welcome to the Klein Karoo
Volmoed, Oudtshoorn, Dysselsdorp, De Rust
The towns of Oudtshoorn and De Rust are in the Klein Karoo between the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains. Oudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of the world. The world’s biggest bird is just one of the many attractions in this area of exceptional contrasts and natural beauty. The region is home to the spectacular Cango Caves, Africa’s largest show cave system; an ecological hotspot where three distinct plant biomes (succulent karoo, cape thicket and fynbos) converge; and the Swartberg mountain range, which is part of the Cape Floral World Heritage Site.
Oudtshoorn
The ostrich capital of the world is an adventure, culture and environment destination in the Klein Karoo – the unique semi-arid landscape that lies between the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountain ranges.
De Rust
De Rust is a small village with a total population of approximately 3566 at the last count in 2011, 93% of whom speak Afrikaans, but English is also widely spoken. As you can imagine, most villagers will be able to give you information of what to find where
What’s Happening in The Klein Karoo
Latest News, Upcoming Events & Specials
Latest News
Jakhals Events 2019
JAKHALS EVENTS - MTB & TRAIL RUNNING EVENTS DATE: 30 March 2019NAME OF EVENT: Ostrich Crawl Experience DATE: 20 April 2019NAME OF EVENT: Karoo Battle of the BikesDATE: 04 May 2019NAME OF EVENT: Tour de FarmDATE: 25 May 2019NAME OF EVENT: Meiringspoort Challenge...
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De Krans Wine – Hanepoot Pluk
DATE: 02 February 2019 - 24 February 2019PRICE: R8.50 per kg.Contact DetailsTel: 044 213 3314E-pos: dekrans@mweb.co.zaWebsite: www.dekrans.co.za facebook twitter instagram
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Cansa Relay – Together we can Oudtshoorn
Your text goes hereDATE: 09 March 2019 - 10 March 2019TIME: 18:00 - 06:00PRICE: R700 per span van 10 R70 per persoon R40 per persoon - 22:00 (Dagbesoekers)PLEK: De Jagers Sport KompleksTEMA: SonSlimREGISTRASIE: 16:00SPAN REGISTRASIE: Estelle...
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Heart of the Ostrich Industry
Oudtshoorn is the ostrich capital of the world and visitors to this town, set against the backdrop of the Swartberg and Outeniqua Mountains, can expect to have an encounter with this amazing bird.
Mermaids of the Klein Karoo
Just outside the little town of De Rust, between the Klein and Groot Karoo, is the famous Meiringspoort (canyon) with its windy river and equally windy road cutting through the gorge. According to legend, the rock pools are home to a beautiful dark-haired mermaid.
Explore the Swartberg Pass
The enigmatic bulk of the Swartberg Mountain excites the adventure in everybody visiting the Klein Karoo. The mountain range is the barrier between the Klein Karoo and the Central Karoo, the gateway to the vast Karoo.
Klein Karoo Contact Details
Oudtshoorn & De Rust, Cango Caves
Tourism Offices
Oudtshoorn & De Rust
Tel: +27 (0)44 279 2532
E-mail: info@oudtshoorn.com
Address:
80 Voortrekker Street, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625
GPS Coordinates: 33° 35' 33" S - 22° 12' 6.6" E
Cango Caves
Tel: +27 (0)44 272 7410
Address:
Cango Valley Road, Oudtshoorn, Western Cape, 6625
GPS Coordinates: 33° 23' 33.8" S - 22° 12' 53.7" E
