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Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp lies within the Tankwa Karoo National Park, in one of the most remote and arid corners of the Northern Cape, where the Roggeveld escarpment looks down over an immense, near-empty plain. This is true desert country, a land of red earth, low succulent scrub and silence, and the park is best known for its spring wildflowers and its extraordinary dark skies.
Despite the apparent emptiness, the Tankwa is rich in specialised life. Gemsbok, springbok, klipspringer and Hartmann's mountain zebra range across the plains and rocky ridges, and the park is a magnet for birders seeking Karoo and arid-zone endemics.
Accommodation is in cottages and converted farmsteads scattered across the reserve, simple and self-catered, suited to travellers who value solitude and space. There are few facilities for many kilometres, so visitors come prepared. The reward is one of the quietest and least light-polluted landscapes in South Africa, where the Milky Way arches undimmed from horizon to horizon.
This area is a beautiful destination in Northern Cape, offering visitors access to local amenities, natural attractions, and the authentic character of South African life.
Subject to availability.
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - Accessible only by 4x4 - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - Accessible only by 2x4 - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - Accessible only by 2x4 - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - Accessible with normal sedan vehicles - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - Accessible with normal sedan vehicles - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R204 per night. Features - 4x4 advisable in rainy seasons - Access by high clearance 2x4 - Bathroom with toilet, shower and basin - Braai facilities - no braai grid supplied - Each campsite with own bathroom and kitchen - Enclosed kitchen with sink, no cooking facilities - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Gas geyser & Solar lighting - No electric points
Sleeps up to 15 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R90 per night. Features - 2 Vehicles allowed per site (No Charge) - 4x4 advisable in rainy seasons - Access by high clearance 2x4 - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Informal Camping Site - No ablutions or water
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R204 per night. Features - 4x4 advisable in rainy seasons - Access by high clearance 2x4 - Bathroom with toilet, shower and basin - Braai facilities - no braai grid supplied - Carport - Each campsite with own bathroom and kitchen - Enclosed kitchen with sink, no cooking facilities - Extra vehicles are charged a fee per night - Gas geyser & paraffin lamps - No electric points
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - 2 bedrooms, each with 1 double bed - Bathroom - Candle/ lantern lighting - Fully Equipped - Kitchen - Living area - No smoking - Self Catering - Sleeper couch in living area - Warm water through donkey boiler
Sleeps up to 6 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - 2 bedrooms, each with 1 single and 1 double bed - Bathroom - Candle/ lantern lighting - Fully Equipped - Kitchen - Living area - No smoking - Outside braai facilities - Self Catering - Warm water through donkey boiler
Sleeps up to 2 adults. Base rate covers 2 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - 1 Ensuite bedroom with a double bed - Braai facilities available - Check in at Guest House or at Reception - Fully Equipped - No smoking - Part of a 800m square double story building - Restricted 220V power with microwave - Self Catering - Shared kitchen, lounge,living area with fire place
Sleeps up to 8 adults. Base rate covers 4 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - 1 Ensuite bedroom with a double bed - 3 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds - Check in at Guest House or at Reception - Fully Equipped - Kitchen - Living area - No smoking - Outside braai facilities - Restricted 220v power - Self Catering - WC, shower and bath
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Base rate covers 4 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - One Bedroom 2 Single beds - Other Bedroom 1 Double bed - 2 bedrooms - Bathroom - Braai facilities available - Check in at Guest House or at Reception - Fully Equipped - No smoking - Part of a 800m square double story building - Restricted 220V power with microwave - Self Catering - Shared kitchen, lounge,living area with fire place
Sleeps up to 4 adults. Base rate covers 4 adults; additional adults R341 per night. Features - One Bedroom 2 Single beds - Other Bedroom 1 Double bed - 2 bedrooms - Bathroom - Braai facilities available - Check in at Guest House or at Reception - Fully Equipped - No smoking - Part of a 800m square double story building - Restricted 220V power with microwave - Self Catering - Shared kitchen, lounge,living area with fire place
Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp is located in Northern Cape. The property page shows a map and exact directions after booking.
Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp accommodates up to 132 guests.
Select your dates on the Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp property page and submit a booking request. The host confirms availability, then you pay securely through Spekboom to complete the reservation.
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