132 Things To Do in Northern Cape
The mostly desert and semi-desert region that lies south of the Orange River has, contrary to expectations, some of the most incredible landscapes, a history rich in San rock engravings, Namaqualand daisies in spring, gloriously clear skies, starry nights and the Richtersveld National Park among its claims. When travelling in the Northern Cape, visit Kimberley's Big Hole, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park; go rafting on the Orange River, see the daisies or visit the Augrabies Falls National Park where moon rock, potholes and echo corner are apt names for beautiful places. And don’t miss the oddly shaped quiver trees in Springbok or the Orange River Wine cellars co-op in Upington.
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Silver Sands Trail
Overnight? Stay in Springbok
Start: Namaqua National Park, Hondeklipbaai
Finish: base camp
Duration: 55 km over five days
Fitness: moderate
Our tip: enjoy the total lack of cell phone ...
Transkaroo Hiking Trail
Overnight? Stay in Colesberg
Start: farm near the village of Noupoort, 40 km from Colesberg
Finish: back at the farm; the hike is circular
Duration: 3 days, 42 km
Fitness: moderately ...
Namaqua 4x4 Eco-Trail
Overnight? Stay in Pofadder
The Northern Cape may be South Africa’s largest province, but it remains characterised by its quiet open spaces that stretch on as far as the eye can see and its ...
Namaqua Caracal 4x4 Trail
Overnight? Stay in Kamieskroon
Right in the heart of the Namaqualand, where wild flowers erupt into colour every spring, is the Namaqua Caracal 4x4 Trail. This part of the Northern Cape is quiet ...
Nossob 4x4 Eco Trail
Overnight? Stay in Kgalagadi
In the exquisite boundaries of the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, on the border of South Africa and Botswana, is the thrill and adventure of the Nossob 4x4 ...
Richtersveld 4x4 Trails
Overnight? Stay in Port Nolloth
The Richtersveld Park is nestled in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa, right on the border of the Namibian mountain ranges. The arid wilderness of this ...
Riemvasmaak 4x4 Trails
Overnight? Stay in Kakamas
The Riemvasmaak 4x4 Trails are exquisitely adventurous, showcasing some of the arid beauty of the Northern Cape Province of South Africa, complemented by the lush ...
Shipwreck 4x4 Trail
Overnight? Stay in Kamieskroon
This 4x4 route is a one-way drive along sandy, under-used roadways between Koingnaas and Kleinzee on the north-west part of South Africa's coastline, known as the ...
Strandveld 4x4 Trail
Overnight? Stay in Kamieskroon
The Northern Cape is home to a number of 4x4 trails, thanks to its varied topography and rugged landscapes. The local vegetation is somewhat sparse for most of the ...
Family Entertainment / Cafés & Eateries
Del Rio Spur
Overnight? Stay in Kuruman
The Del Rio Spur family restaurant in Kuruman offers diners the tried and tested Spur Experience, which includes great service and quality food which has made the ...
Moffat Mission Station
Overnight? Stay in Kuruman
In the early part of the 19th century, British settlers flocked to South Africa, establishing mission stations and homes all around the country. The Kuruman Moffat ...
Wonderwerk Cave
Overnight? Stay in Kuruman
The Northern Cape is one of South Africa’s lesser known treasures, as it is not quite the tourist hotspot that provinces like Gauteng and the Western Cape are ...
Cycling / Sight Seeing / Sports & Leisure
Goegap Nature Reserve MTB Trails
Overnight? Stay in Springbok
Where: 15 km east of Springbok (in the direction of the airport, along the R355)
Level: intermediate with some rocky sections (not good for children)
Type of ...
Boesmansgat Sinkhole
Overnight? Stay in Kuruman
As another of the Northern Cape Province’s fascinating natural wonders, Boesmansgat certainly promises visitors an impressive sight. This is a vertical cave that is ...
Namaqualand MTB Trail
Overnight? Stay in Kamieskroon
Where: Kamieskroon, 30 minutes south of Springbok
Level: intermediate
Type of route: four routes across the Kamiesberg. Note: the Leliefontein, Visserplaat and ...
Northern Cape as a destination
If you are considering visiting Northern Cape or have already booked your Northern Cape accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Northern Cape, or view the events that are taking place in the Northern Cape during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.
Tourist regions
Diamond Fields, Green Kalahari, Kalahari, Namaqualand, Upper Karoo
Staying Overnight
Tswalu Kalahari Reserve
Situated in the heart of the malaria-free Northern Cape Province, Tswalu Kalahari Reserve is the ultimate safari experience. Explore Tswalu with ...
!Xaus Lodge
!Xaus Lodge, a thatched luxury lodge has been crafted to blend into the landscape of this remote wilderness area. Situated on the red dunes of th...
Tutwa Desert Lodge
Tutwa Desert Lodge is set on a 16 000 ha private game reserve in the heart of the Green Kalahari in the Northern Cape. With exclusive access to o...
Rogge Cloof Homesteads
Rogge Cloof offers self catering accommodation on Jakkalsvallei farm in Sutherland. Rogge Cloof is truly home to the greatest heavens on earth. H...
Wolmade Cottage
Situated in Hanover, Wolmade Cottage offers cosy accommodation for up to 12 guests in eight bedrooms. Here you are near to various attractions in...
Naries Namakwa Retreat
Naries Guest Farm is situated 27km outside Springbok. We offer high quality accommodation and are renowned for our hospitality, personal attentio...
Imbasa Safari Lodge
Imbasa Safari Lodge is a pristine safari lodge bordering Mokala National Park, nestled in the shade of indigenous Camelthorn trees. Situated appr...
River Place Guesthouse
River Place Guesthouse is situated on one of Upington's wine estates, yet it lies only three minutes from the Upington town center. This exclusiv...
Karos Gastehuis
Karos Guest House offers luxury accommodation and genuine country hospitality. The guest house is located in the quaint town of Loxton in the hea...
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