The Karoo means different things to different people. To geologists it is an ancient formation of largely sedimentary deposits covering much of south east South Africa. For the purposes of this site we have used the term loosely to mean the interior of the old Cape Province.
Others see the Karoo as a huge, hot and arid empty space they need to cross to get somewhere else. This is an unfortunate perception as the Karoo encapsulates much of what is unique to South Africa. Bushveld and savannah can been seen elsewhere in Africa but only the Karoo offers the combination of geology, geography, history and lifestyle that is unique.
We hope that this site will encourage more people to explore the Karoo to discover its beauty, interests, wildlife and above all the hospitality of its people.
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Centrally situated in Nieu Bethesda, Allemann-se-Huisie is a cosy, self-contained garden cottage, with twin beds, kitchenette and shower and toilet en-suite. Sip sundowners in the garden and watch the sky fill with stars or braai some delicious Nieu...
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Angora Inn provides you with accommodation, a restaurant, conference facilities, bar, small casino, big screen for presentations, sport, movies and a liquor store. Functions for any event can be arranged e.g. dinners, teas, meetings, conferences etc.
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A very short drive from the heart of Port Elizabeth in lush garden surroundings you will find Ebubeleni Guest House. Enjoy luxury, nature and being pampered in our B&B, self catering or full board accommodation.
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Two Karoo Heartland Towns namely Somerset East and Steytlerville have been nominated as Eastern Cape finalists in the Kwela "Dorp van die Jaar" competition. Please vote for your favorite Town(s) and make sure that the Eastern Cape win the 2013 competition.
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Schanskraal Estate (home to the Welbech Arabian Stud) has been chosen as the venue for the South African 160km (100 Miler) Championships for the second year running during the Schanskraal FEI Ride on the 19th October 2013.
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In this coffee table book compiled by Meinrad Heck and Peter Maurer Nie Bethesda and Ganora Guest Farm is mentioned. Please read the relevant section about JP and Jacob of Nieu Bethesda..
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Richmond hosts the 111th anniversary weekend of the Anglo Boer War with visits to historic sites, talks by experts on a wide range of aspects of the war, wine tasting, good food and comradeship.
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30th May 2013 to 1st June 2013
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The Karoo Cultural Festival will be catering for the whole Witzenberg community, with a distinct Karoo flavour. The festival will mainly focus on cultural entertainment & old traditions, including a variety of cultural stalls.
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31st May 2013 to 1st June 2013
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The Grindrod Bank Umngazi Pondo Pedal is a once-in-a-life time chance to ride in some of the most remote and sought-after virgin MTB trails in Africa.
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5th June 2013 to 9th June 2013
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