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Tankwa Karoo National Park
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Tankwa Karoo National Park is presently designated as a Scientific National Park and still in a developmental phase. As such the park offers limited visitor facilities, signage and other amenities and it is thus essential for prospective visitors to confirm availability, directions and other information with the park management prior to arrival.
Paulshoek Cottage
The Paulshoek farmstead, restored in 2003, is quaintly furnished with antique furniture and able to accommodate up to six people. The cottage is situated approximately 5km from the park offices at Roodewerf and has beautiful views of the imposing Roggeveld Escarpment and plains in-between.
- Two bedrooms, 4 beds (1 double bed and 1 single bed per room)
- One bathroom (shower only)
- Open-plan kitchen and living-room
- Braai-facilities
- Fully equipped with linen, cutlery, towels, cooking utensils etc.
- Gas two-plate stove and fridge
- Paraffin lamps and candles (provided)
- “Donkey” / boiler, wood supplied
- Wood stove for lighting during cold spells
Varschfontein Cottage
The Varschfontein Cottage, also an old farmhouse, was renovated in 2005 and and is able to accommodate up to nine people. The cottage lies is situated 45km from the park offices at Roodewerf within the dry westerly section of Tankwa National Park. The desolate beauty of the area is truly breathtaking and the cottage is the ideal getaway for those seeking a reprive from the human masses.
- Three bedrooms, 6 beds (1 double bed and 1 single bed per room)
- One bathroom (shower only)
- Open-plan kitchen and living-room
- Braai-facilities
- Reservoir for swimming purposes
- Accessibility by low-clearance vehicles hampered by the occurrence of water relay humps in road
- Access through sedan & 2x4 vehicles not advisable in winter
- Fully equipped with linen, cutlery, crockery, towels, cooking utensils etc.
- Gas two-plate stove and fridge
- Paraffin lamps and candles (provided)
- “Donkey” / boiler, wood supplied
- Hearth inside house for cooking or lighting of fire during cold spells
Elandsberg Wilderness Camp
Development of a five cottage wilderness camp was initiated in September 2006 and completed by April 2008. The cottages are situated 18km from the Park Offices at Roodewerf in the hills known as Elandsberge and has beautiful views of the Karoo plains and the imposing Roggeveld Escarpment. By the use of the locally made unbaked clay-and-straw bricks with sections of walls built with rock, a bygone era is evoked, one of simpler times… Examples of this building method can also be found in the many ruins within the park.
- 3 x One-bedroom Cottages, double bed
- 1 x One-bedroom Universal Unit, double bed
- 1 x Two-bedroom Cottage, 1 x double bed & 2 x single beds
- Queen-sized sleeper-couch in living room
- One bathroom (shower only)
- Open-plan kitchen and living-room
- Covered Braai / Stoep
- Fire-place in living room
- Splash-pool per unit
- Accessibility by low-clearance vehicles hampered at present
- Fully equipped with linen, cutlery, crockery, towels, cooking utensils etc.
- Gas appliances
- Paraffin lamps and candles (provided)
Tanqua Guesthouse
The Tanqua Guest House is very conveniently situated on the southern boundary of the Tankwa National Park and a stone’s throw from the Oudebaaskraal Dam. Built somewhat like a desert fort, the Tanqua Guest House was formerly run by Esther and Alewyn Burger but was incorporated into the Tankwa National Park since October 2007. The Guest House offers a range of accommodation and has played host to weddings, teambuilding exercises as well as film and commercial shoots. A 900m landing strip is also situated next to the main building allowing fly-ins by guests.
Main House (A)
- Two units with 2 bedrooms (1db + 2sb) with shared bathroom
- One unit with double bedroom and bathroom
- Kitchen and living area shared by these 3 units
- Braai facilities
- Fireplace in living room
- Fully equipped with linen, cutlery, crockery, etc.
Self-catering Family Unit (B)
- Four bedrooms, 1 double and 3 twin
- Two bathrooms (one en-suite)
- Open-plan kitchen, living-and dining room
- Braai-facilities
- Fireplace in living-room
- Fully equipped with linen, cutlery, crockery, etc.
*****Only self-catering accommodation available at present.*****
DeZyfer Cottage
DeZyfer is an old farmhouse that was renovated just before Easter this year. Lovely old building with a “stoep” where you can sit and enjoy the silence and watch the birds.
- Two bedrooms (double beds) and a double sleeper couch in living room.
- Bathroom with shower.
- Open plan living area/kitchen with big fireplace.
- Lighting – candles only.
- Gas appliances.
- Fully equipped with linen, towels, cutlery, crockery and cooking utencils.
Camping facilities
No formal facilities for camping are currently available in Tankwa National Park. However, fully self-sufficient campers are allowed to camp at designated spots on an “only leave your footprints”-basis.
For further information, contact the Park Office on tel. 027 341 1927, fax 027 341 2814 or e-mail Tankwa National Park.
Gannaga Lodge
The Gannaga Lodge is situated on the striking Roggeveld Escarpment at the summit of the Gannaga Pass. This private property situated within the park, approximately 24km from the Park Offices at Roodewerf, features a conference venue, guesthouse, restaurant and licensed bar and is managed by the owners Johan and Norette Visagie.
Contact details:
For bookings and further enquiries please contact Johan or Norette Visagie at:
Tel: +27 (0)79 922 1688
E-mail: agterkop@hantam.co.za
Website: http://gannagalodge.blogspot.com/
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