About Klein Karoo Wine Route
A little surprising, perhaps - that grapes can grow in a semi-arid area - but grow they do in this region, renowned for its extremes in soils and climate. Despite the low rainfall for the area, viticulture happens in the riverine sites, kloofs and valleys of its spectacularly rugged mountains and produces some of the country's most diverse wines.
Did you know? The Karoo is one of the most diverse wine regions in South Africa and considered an ‘undiscovered' gem if you think that some of the country's best ports, muscadels and brandies come from here.
Within the Little Karoo (Klein Karoo) are a number of microclimates allowing winemakers to produce a large variety of wines that include dry and fortified wines, such as South Africa's champion Muscadel, pot-stilled brandies and a wide range of premium red and white wines.
The Little Karoo stretches from Montagu in the west to Uniondale in the east; the Langeberg Mountains form a boundary in the south, and the Cape Garden Route and the Swartberg lie to the north. Route 62 runs through the Little Karoo and includes the 16 members of this wine route.
If you are interested in the Klein Karoo Wine Route you may find our article on this wine route informative. To view this article please see "Klein Karoo wine route – spit or swallow?".
For additional information about the Little Karoo, attractions, things to do and events and festivals see Little Karoo Information & Attractions or, to view the individual wine estates on the this Wine Route, see Klein Karoo Wine Estates.
Need to Know
WhereKlein Karoo Wine Route, From Montagu to Uniondale, Karoo, Western Cape, South Africa
WhenSee individual wine estates for their opening times.
OvernightStay in Karoo Accommodation, Western Cape
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For information about the most popular wine producing regions in the Western Cape visit the routes below, or for information about each wine estate, see Wine Estates (sorted by regions and viewable on maps).
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Hotels & other accommodation options in Karoo
Mountain Pastures
Mountain Pastures offers a selection of holiday chalets in Uniondale. Discover the beauty and serenity of this pristine wilderness area while enj...
Die Sonvanger
Die Sonvanger is nestled in the Langkloof mountain range and overlooking Die Beloofde Land, it has a 360-degree view of rolling mountains, beauti...
Die Keurboom
Die Keurboom is a self catering holiday home set on a cliff overlooking the Keurboomsrivier below. Large and luxurious, the unit is kitted out wi...
Eagle Falls Country Lodge
Eagle Falls Country Lodge can be found just 36km outside of Uniondale and offers accommodation in chalets and family cabins, perfect for outdoor ...
Schulteheim Hotel
Schulteheim Hotel offers comfortable accommodation in Uniondale in the Karoo. This is a great place as a stop over on your travels and is ideal f...
Die Beloofde Land
Die Beloofde Land is located in the Langkloof and offers upmarket vacation accommodation in Uniondale, Little Karoo. The cottages are perfect for...
Die Visserman
Die Visserman offers accommodation on a working farm in the midst of natural beauty and tranquillity. Perfect for a two-person getaway, the unit ...
Cloud Cottage
At Cloud Cottage we offer a restful holiday secluded in the Outeniqua Mountains, with soul restoring views, gentle streams, indigenous fynbos veg...
Uniondale Manor Guesthouse
Uniondale Manor Guesthouse offers fine overnight accommodation in a selection of tastefully decorated rooms in Uniondale in the heart of the Lit...
Things to do in the area
Ysterhoutrug Picnic Site
The Ysterhoutrug picnic site should be firmly on your ‘things to do with the family' list! You'll find this site along the R339 where wooden tabl...
Karoo to Coast MTB Route
This one way ride will take you all the way to the Karoo from Uniondale in 4-8 hours.The ride itself is 100 kilometers long and will take you thr...
Burchells Track 4x4 Trail
The Burchell's Track 4 x 4 Trail is just 35 kilometres outside Uniondale, a little town on the famous Route 62 through the Klein Karoo. It is a c...
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