Prieska

The characterful little town of Prieska is situated right on the Orange River in the Upper Karoo region of the Northern Cape. The town is typified by streets lined with historic Victorian homes and sizzling heat waves rolling over the dusty roads. 

©Roger de la Harpe
View of Prieska, a charming little Karoo town in the Northern Cape province.

The town was originally a farming settlement, since it is in such close proximity to the Orange River. Today, there are various farms scattered around Prieska, producing mostly animal products such as beef and lamb. 

Holidaymakers road tripping through the northern Karoo will have a grand ‘ol time in Prieska - there are museums to visit, a beautiful river to explore and modern amenities to refresh tired limbs.

Places of Interest in Prieska

The town’s museum displays authentic farm tools and agricultural utensils that farmed Prieska earth centuries ago. It also depicts antique...more