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About this place
Karoo Rest Camp lies on the edge of the Karoo National Park, just outside Beaufort West in the Western Cape, where the plains of the Great Karoo rise towards the slopes of the Nuweveld mountains. The setting is wide and open, a land of dwarf shrubs, dolerite koppies and far horizons, and the camp makes a natural overnight stop for travellers on the long road between Cape Town and the interior.
The park has reintroduced much of the wildlife that once roamed the region, including Cape mountain zebra, gemsbok, kudu, springbok and black rhino, while Verreaux's eagles nest on the cliffs above. A network of drives and walking trails explores the plains and the high mountain plateau.
Accommodation is in Cape Dutch style cottages, and the camp has a restaurant, shop and swimming pool. After dark the Karoo skies are remarkably clear, making this a fine place to take in the stars.
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7 rooms, sleeps 2 to 6
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October 2026
November 2026
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Chalet CH2/4Z
Accessible unit · Own kitchen
3 guests
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 2 Single beds - Air-conditioned - Breakfast included - Double Sleeper Couch - DSTV (limited channels) - Kitchen - Microwave oven - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - No smoking - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00) - Unit accessible to the mobility challenged - WC and shower
R 1,871 a night
Gravel Camp Site CK6PG
Power point
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - Only suitable for trailer-tents or tents - Power point (220v) - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00)
R 437 a night
Chalet CH2/4
Own kitchen
3 guests
Sleeps up to 3 adults. Features - 2 single beds - Air-conditioned - Bath - Breakfast included - Double Sleeper Couch - DSTV (limited channels) - Kitchen - Microwave oven - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - No smoking - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00) - WC and shower
R 1,871 a night
Camp Site CK6P
Power point
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - Power point - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00)
R 437 a night
Family Cottage FA6
Own kitchen
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - 2 bedrooms, 1 single bed and 1 queen size bed - 2 Ensuite bathrooms with Wc, bath and shower - Air-conditioned - Breakfast included - DSTV (limited channels) - Kitchen - Microwave oven - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - No smoking - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00)
R 2,771 a night
Family Cottage FA6BZ
Accessible unit · Own kitchen
6 guests
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Features - 2 bedrooms, 1 single bed and 1 queen size bed - 2 Ensuite bathrooms with Wc and bath - Air-conditioned - Breakfast included - DSTV (limited channels) - Kitchen - Microwave oven - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - No smoking - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00) - Unit accessible to the mobility challenged
R 2,771 a night
Cottage CO2
Own hotplate
2 guests
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Features - 1 bedroom with double bed - Air-conditioned - Breakfast included - DSTV (limited channels) - DSTV (limited channels) - Hotplate, microwave, fridge, utensils - No motorcycles allowed inside the park - No smoking - No smoking - Open plan kitchen - Reception open 07h00 to 19h00 (Gate till 22h00) - Under roof braai facility - Utensils - WC and shower
R 2,037 a night
Nature
What lives at Karoo Rest Camp
These are records, not promises. Wild animals and birds move, so sightings are never guaranteed.
Important information
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Check-in Time
14:00 - 18:00
Please arrange your arrival within this time window. If you need to arrive outside these hours, please contact the host in advance.
Check-out Time
By 10:00
Please ensure you check out by this time to allow for cleaning and preparation for the next guests.
Cancellation and changes50% refund 30+ days
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- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.
Cancellation PolicyStrict
- 50% refundcancel 30+ days before check-in
- No refundwithin 30 days of check-in
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Karoo Rest Camp located?
Karoo Rest Camp is in Western Cape, South Africa. The map on this page shows the area.
How many guests can Karoo Rest Camp accommodate?
Each room sleeps between 2 and 6 guests. The rooms section on this page shows the limit for each one.
How do I book Karoo Rest Camp?
Pick dates on this Spekboom page and request availability. We confirm with SANParks, they assign the unit, then you pay on Spekboom. Nearby Spekboom stays book the same way if you want to mix nights inside the park with a stay outside.
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From R 437 a night
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