Karoo Gariep Nature Reserve

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A really beautiful, well maintained guest farm, offering delicious breakfasts and dinners. The many sheep, bunnies, abundant birdlife, and resident Kudu and Roan Antelope are a delight. We only spent one night and due to all the cottages being fully booked we had to opt for the tented accommodation. The tent was made comfortable with descent beds and carpeted flooring but otherwise very basic. The option to self cater was made difficult due to the lack of washing up and kitchen facilities. The one shower and toilet, made available for the use of all the campers, is located adjacent to the restaurant toilet facilities. If camping is not your thing (and it definitely isn't mine), then opt for a stay in the cottages. Unfortunately, due to the heavy rains experienced shortly before our arrival, the long road leading up to the farm was slick with thick mud, as was the area we were required to park in, making unpacking and walking around quite unpleasant. All in all, it is a lovely establishment, which I would recommend, but would I would like to experience a more luxurious option next time.

If you ever want to experience true South-Africsn hospitality, this is it. From an honesty bar where you take what you want and write up (like a chit), to the hippo drive overlooking the Seekoei river. Accommodation was great with personal touches everywhere. The food - prepared to perfection and presented like a true master chef and the taste and flavors are out of this world. Thank you to the owners and staff for making this an unforgettable experience that will see us coming back for more!

The most beautiful, tranquil place with the warmest hospitality and most amazing, varied meals served ... 5* quality. The accommodation is luxurious, the rooms beautifully done , very comfortable... " Shy 5 " game drives , sundowners at the hippo pond , sunset drives into the koppies with the most amazing sunsets one can imagine. An absolute must visit

This is a little piece of paradise in the middle of nowhere. The accomodation is very comfortable and well kept. The dinner buffet was exceptional. We went on the night drive and saw 3 of the shy 5 twice. Even if we had not seen a thing the drive would have been worth it. It was a chilly evening so we we're bundled up in blankets. The night sky was clear and being out in the open like that was invigorating. Our guide PC is a quiet soul with a depth of knowledge of the surroundings and wildlife. His passion and vision for the wildlife and local communities is infectious. I commend him and his team for what they are doing. We shall definitely visit again.