Olifantshoek, Green Kalahari
Olifantshoek lies at the foot of the spectacular Lange Mountains, on the Namakwari Route. It was officially founded in 1912. Olifantshoek is named after the tusk of an elephant which was used as payment for the farm on which the town was built. In addition, many elephant bones were found in the vicinity. Olifantshoek boasts an abundance of adventure, natural wonders and cultural artefacts that can be explored by all enthusiasts. These activities are complemented by Olifantshoek natural beauty and tranquillity.
Here, there are ample exciting hunting and hiking opportunities. The Neylan and the Pudu hiking trails are well worth exploring. For those who prefer archaeological adventures, there are numerous San Rock art paintings and engravings which can be viewed on Meerlust and Pan Heuwel farms. Learn how the San described animals as well as their many fascinating hunting antics. There is also an interesting war grave dating back to 1879 during Galeshewe's war which can be witnessed on the farm Fuller.
One of Olifantshoek's many natural wonders is the roaring sands. The white granular dunes of the Witsand Nature Reserve are over 100 m high and 10 km long. When disturbed by wind in hot, dry weather, these dunes emit strange roaring sounds. The white colour of the sands is caused by perennial waters that seep to the surface, leaching out the red iron oxides. This strange occurrence is truly extraordinary and a must to be witnessed!
Olifantshoek is a superb and tranquil town. Its unique beauty and awesome attractions make it a must to experience.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
River City Inn
Conveniently situated in the CBD of Upington, River City Inn offers modern and comfortable facilities at affordable rates. The hotel offers twin,...
Be My Guest Too
Be My Guest Too provides accommodation in Upington in comfortably furnished guest rooms. Guests can relax in the garden or enjoy a dip in the swi...
Upington Inn
Upington Inn lies in a green oasis in Upington, Northern Cape. This Upington hotel offers a full range of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay ...
Plato Lodge
Plato Lodge is situated 50km west from Augrabies Waterfalls Natural Park. It is ideal for the visitor who wants to explore the waterfalls at Augr...
Augrabies Falls Rest Camp
The Rest Camp offers accommodation in various chalets and cottages in the Augrabies Falls National Park. All of the units are self-catering and h...
The Oasis Hotel
The Oasis Hotel in Upington is near the Orange River and within walking distance of major banks and retail stores as well as a choice of restaura...
Belurana River Boutique Hotel
This stylish Victorian House, with antique furniture, offers the weary traveller a safe and peaceful night's rest in luxurious or economy self ca...
Dreamstay Guesthouse
Situated in Upington, Dreamstay Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation for up to 16 guests. Here you are near to various attractions and act...
Moonriver Guest House
For luxury accommodation out of this world we proudly give you Moonriver Guesthouse located on the romantic shores of the Orange River. Enjoy a g...
Noteworthy attractions
Augrabies Falls National Park
The Khoi people called it 'Aukoerebis', the place of the Great Noise, referring to the Orange River thundering its way downwards for 60 metres in...
Spitskop Nature Reserve
The Spitskop Nature Reserve was named after Spitskop, an impressive granite koppie just outside the small town of Upington. Consisting mainly of ...
Witsand Nature Reserve
The Witsand (White Sands) Nature Reserve is a 2 500 hectares island of brilliant white sands surrounded by a sea of regular Red Kalahari sand. Al...
Upington Golf Club
Situated just outside of Upington on the N14 road to Johannesburg and Olifantshoek, next to Desert Palace Casino, is the Upington Golf Course. Th...
Orange River Wine Route
In a part of South Africa that is, for all intents and purposes, practically desert, one does not expect to find a wine route. But the Orange Riv...
Northern Cape Wine Estates
With a completely different climate to the Cape Winelands, the Northern Cape produces a number of ranges of wines that boast unique flavours. The...
Riemvasmaak Community Conservancy
North west of the town of Kakamas and bordering the Augrabies National Park is the Riemvasmaak Community Conservancy - 75 00 hectares of land bet...
Hakskeen Pan
Hakskeen Pan is a dry lake bed, and the world's largest unworked saltpan. It lies way up in the far north west of the Northern Cape, 300 km from ...
Kokerboom Food and Wine Route
The Kokerboom, or quiver tree, is one of the most idiosyncratic trees of the Kalahari (South Africa and Namibia). Also known, in scientific circl...
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