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Little Karoo
Little Karoo
Little Karoo
Little Karoo
Little Karoo

The Swartberg, Langeber, Outeniqua mountain ranges define the region

Mountains often form the backdrop here

Many of South Africa's ostrich farms are found around Oudshoorn

Fynbos-covered hillsides are the norm in the Little Karoo

You'll find fruit farms, olive farms and vineyards dotted around this region

Little Karoo

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The Cape is renowned for its spectacular scenery.
…dramatic coastal drives…
For malaria-free and child-friendly safaris, visit one of the southern game parks…
Explore the beautiful natural environment of the Garden Route…
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The Cape is renowned for its spectacular scenery.
The Cape is renowned for its spectacular scenery.
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…dramatic coastal drives…
…dramatic coastal drives…
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For malaria-free and child-friendly safaris, visit one of the southern game parks…
For malaria-free and child-friendly safaris, visit one of the southern game parks…
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Explore the beautiful natural environment of the Garden Route…
Explore the beautiful natural environment of the Garden Route…
HOANIB SKELETON COAST CAMP in SKELETON COAST

Trips visiting Little Karoo

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Cape Genet Self-drive Safari

20 days • 8 locations
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CAPE TOWN AIRPORT

Enjoy fine-dining in Cape Town, whale-watching in Hermanus, and a range of walking and water-based activities throughout De Hoop’s Nature Reserve, the Klein Karoo and Plettenberg. This relaxed self-driven safari concludes with stays in The Winelands and Namaqualand.

US$2,820 - US$3,720 per person

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Cape Grysbok Self-drive Safari

20 days • 8 locations
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO CAPE TOWN AIRPORT

Explore Cape Town, Hermanus, Franschhoek and Namaqualand, amongst other memorable destinations, during this leisurely self-driven safari. Fine dining, varied activities and impressively comfortable lodges, estates and country houses await.

US$3,720 - US$6,170 per person

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Waterbuck self-drive

12 days • 6 locations
CAPE TOWN AIRPORT TO PORT ELIZABETH AIRPORT

A classic Cape and Garden Route self-drive taken at a leisurely pace and staying in charming boutique hotels. Great food and wine paired with spectacular scenery and an exciting array of activities.

US$2,310 - US$2,880 per person

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Where to stay in Little Karoo

Our suggestions for places to stay in Little Karoo


Rosenhof Country House

Rosenhof Country House

Rosenhof Country House is a luxurious country house in South Africa’s Little Karoo, ideal for exploring the nearby Cango Caves and various ostrich farms.


90% (14 reviews)
Galenia Estate

Galenia Estate

Just outside Montagu, Galenia Estate is a newly refurbished guesthouse nestled on a hillside estate with over a thousand olive trees.


100% (8 reviews)
Mooiplaas Guesthouse

Mooiplaas Guesthouse

In a rural area, not far from Oudtshoorn, the friendly Mooiplaas Guesthouse is a good base for exploring an ostrich farm, the Cango Caves and the Swartberg Mountains.


80% (3 reviews)

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