Situated in the Upper Karoo of the Northern Cape, Norvalspont is a small town with typical Karoo charm, lots of history and hillside surroundings that make for the perfect road trip photograph. It lies on the southern banks of the Orange River and is mere minutes away from the popular Gariep Dam, where locals and tourists alike can enjoy a range of water sports.
The town’s name suggests that it was named after its proximity to water, as a Pont is a ferry boat or punt. It is connected by two important bridges that run across the Orange River, and is also an important farming community.
There are numerous activities to enjoy if you are staying in the charming Karoo town of Norvalspont. Located next to the Gariep Dam and Oran...
The town of Norvalspont was a key area of battle during the Anglo-Boer war in the late 1800s. Boer commandos occupied the territory in 1899 ...