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Bergrivier – Perfect for Outdoor Adventures & Relaxation

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Bergrivier

South Africa - Western Cape

About Bergrivier Camping

Situated in Western Cape, South Africa, within easy reach of Beaufort West, Bergrivier is a campsite and guesthouse. The property offers opportunities for hiking, birdwatching, swimming, and 4x4 trails. Nearby attractions include Simbonga Game Reserve and Sanctuary - Warriors of Wildlife Sanctuary, African Dawn Wildlife Sanctuary.

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Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Tents & 4x4 caravans
  • Caravan Requirements: 4x4 Caravan
  • Ground Cover: Gravel
  • People per Site: 20
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: Most have shade
  • Sites Available: 1
  • Tents Allowed: Yes
  • BnB: Yes

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes, but limited
  • Credit Cards welcome: Yes
  • Dogs Allowed: Pets can be discussed
  • Freezer: Yes
  • Fridge: Yes
  • Washing up: Yes
  • Wheelchair Friendly: No

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Gravel road
  • Closest Town: Beaufort West
  • Directions to campsite: See www.bergplaats.co.za for map FROM CAPE TOWN: Take The N1 North via Paarl. Continue on N1, passing Worcester, Touwsriver & Laingsburg. At Leeu Gamka turn left just after the Shell Ultra City onto the R353 towards Frazenburg. Travel for 44KM and then turn right onto a gravel road (as good as most country tar roads). Sign says Beaufort West. Travel for 26KM and turn left at Bergplaats sign. Carry on for 12KM following Bergplaats signage all the way to the Gemsbok Lodge. TOTAL DISTANCE: 450KM FROM JOHANNESBURG/BLOEMFONTEIN: Take the N1 South and carry on until you reach Beaufort West. Drive through Beaufort West. Carry on for 11KM (past the Oudtshoorn/George turn-off). Turn right at the Frazenburg/Merweville sign. Follow this dirt road for 56KM (road is as good as most country tar roads and prefect for any car or motorbike). Make sure you take the left exit at the fork in the road (Theeskloof & Merweville road). Turn right after 56KM at the Bergplaats signs. Follow the Bergplaats signs and drive to the main Gemsbok Lodge (12KM). TOTAL DISTANCE FROM JOHANNESBURG: 1060KM TOTAL DISTANCE FROM BLOEMFONTEIN: 594KM FROM GEORGE: From George take the N12 to Oudtshoorn via the Outeniqua Pass. Carry on with the N12 towards Beaufort West. At the T junction where the N12 meets the N1. Turn left towards Leeu Gamka. Travel 4KMs and turn right at the sign that says Frazenburg/Merweville. Follow this dirt road for 56KM (road is as good as most country tar roads and perfect for any car or motorbike). Make sure you take the left exit at the Fork in the road (Theeskloof & Merweville road). Turn right after 56KM at the Bergplaats signs. Follow the Bergplaats signs and drive to the main Gemsbok Lodge (12KM). TOTAL DISTANCE: 268KM
  • Distance to Town: 75 km
  • GPS - Office: S 32.323667 E 21.996121
  • GPS Turnoff: S 32.331880 E 21.979380
  • Trailer Required: 4x4 Trailer
  • Vehicle: 2x4 Bakkie

Ablution

  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush toilets

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Hiking: Yes
  • Horse riding: Yes
  • Mountain Biking: Gravel road & jeeptracks
  • Nature Drives: Yes
  • Other Activities: Guided game drives, quad bike tours & walks viewing old volcanic rock and archaelogical sites, day trips to Karoo National Park, Merweville, Sutherland and Frazerburg.
  • Rock Climbing: Yes
  • Swimming: Swimming pool and dam

4x4 Related

  • 4x4 Routes: Yes
  • 4x4 Caravan Required: Yes
  • 4x4 Comments: Yes

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Comments: Bergplaats Game Lodge is situated on 8 500ha of private land on the plains of the Karoo just 80km outside the town of Beaufort West. Set against a mountain backdrop, the farm supports a huge diversity of more than 1 000 plant varieties from South Africa’s various biomes - the distinct ecological communities of plants in a particular climatic area. Animals abound, and there are more than 50 mammal species, over 300 bird species and numerous reptiles and amphibians in this healthy, malaria-free area. The campsite is a new addition to the Bergplaats Game Lodge offering. It is one of the most secluded and exclusive campsites in the central Karoo. Photo's and words cannot justify the magnificence of Duikers Rest. The site is secluded so a minimum stay of at least 2 nights would be recommended. This is perfect for a family getaway weekend or 4x4 groups wanting to explore the Karoo.
  • Additional Comments: Campsite at a private game lodge
  • Special rules: Respect the game and quietness of the Karoo

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