Beaufort West

Considered the capital of the Central Karoo and often refered to as 'an oasis in the desert', Beaufort West, is a typical South African "platteland" or country town with a rich history. It lies in a sheltered spot, between two normally dry rivers, at the foot of the Nuweveld Mountains, so named because of the new grazing they offered.

In 1818 a town was established on the farm Hooyvlakte at the request of Lord Charles Somerset, then governor at the Cape. His aim was to establish and maintain law and order in the hinterland. He arranged for it to be named in honour of his father, the fifth Duke of Beaufort. A town with huge erven was laid out. Irrigation furrows were laid so that water from a permanent fountain, could be channeled to fruit and vegetable gardens. Today, irrigation furrows, which date right back to those early days, still line the streets of the old town area. Pear trees, many of which still survive, were planted for shade.

It also offers you a glimpse into the Anglo-Boer War. With this town being the oldest in the Central Karoo, you will be able to hear many interesting stories about the Boer-War that took place through this majestic landscape. Beaufort West welcomes visitors who wish to study its fascinating ecology.

ACCOMMODATION
	KO-KA TSARA BUSHCAMP This intimate and exclusive bush camp is situated on a Private Game Reserve comprising 30 000 acres of pristine Karoo veld. The reserve plays host to more than 20 species of game including Giraffe, Kudu, Gemsbok, Wildebeest and Eland - For further information click here
	LEMOENFONTEIN GAME LODGE Set in the heart of the Great Karoo against a backdrop of the Nuweveld Mountain Range, with views over Beaufort West and the vast Karoo plains, this exclusive Lodge is situated on a 10 000 hectare private game reserve. It offers 12 extremely comfortable en-suite bedrooms all leading out onto wide verandahs - For further information click here
	OLIVE GROVE GUEST FARM On arriving at Olive Grove Guest Farm you will be surprised at the beauty that exists in this arid and dreary environment. This is a true oasis. The vast mountain vistas, olive orchards and Karoo country-side will impress on your heart that this is a land of enchantment - For further information click here