Located in the Great Karoo Area near Beaufort West in the Western Cape, the Karoo National Park covers over 75 000 ha of land dedicated to preserving the natural wildlife and vegetation of the region.
Founded in 1979, the park is home to a multitude of game, reptiles and birds; and visitors can choose from a range of activities. Diverse succulent plants and small shrubs make up the flora of the park, and the Nuweveld Mountains create a dramatic backdrop for the vast rolling plains of the park.
Of particular interest is the Fossil Trail, which takes visitors on a journey back in time, sharing a greater understanding of the geological history of the Karoo and the creatures that used to roam there.
The Park’s game drives and guided walks will introduce guests to the Karoo’s diverse ecosystem. Be on the lookout for various game speci...
From the summit of the Nuweveldberg in the Karoo National Park, one looks out over the Great Karoo 'vlaktes', and the Swartberg Mountains in...
The geological history of the Karoo is remarkable, despite it being such an arid region. It may be difficult to picture, the Karoo was once ...