126 Things To Do in Northern Cape

The mostly desert and semi-desert region that lies south of the Orange River has, contrary to expectations, some of the most incredible landscapes, a history rich in San rock engravings, Namaqualand daisies in spring, gloriously clear skies, starry nights and the Richtersveld National Park among its claims. When travelling in the Northern Cape, visit Kimberley's Big Hole, the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park; go rafting on the Orange River, see the daisies or visit the Augrabies Falls National Park where moon rock, potholes and echo corner are apt names for beautiful places. And don’t miss the oddly shaped quiver trees in Springbok or the Orange River Wine cellars co-op in Upington.

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Family Entertainment / Farm Stalls & Markets

Kimberley Town & Country Market

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
Having moved from the outskirts of Kimberley, the diamond capital of South Africa, this little market has grown in leaps and bounds as it is now situated more ...

Old Mission Market

Overnight? Stay in Upington
The Old Mission Market is a fantastic non-profit community market that is designed to showcase local talent under the umbrella of fun. This is a craft and farmers' ...

Museums

Alexander McGregor Memorial Museum

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
Across town from the McGregor Museum - housed in the beautiful Sanatorium in which Cecil Rhodes had rooms in Kimberley - is the Alexander McGregor Memorial Museum, ...

Dunluce

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
One of the satellite attractions of the McGregor Museum in Kimberley, Dunluce is a beautiful, elegant late-Victorian homestead built in 1897 and one of the most ...

Museums

Rudd House

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
This low-eved typical example of a residence of the late 19th century in Kimberley looks every bit the part of its haunted reputation. Regarded as one of the ...

Museums

Pioneers of Aviation Museum

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
The Pioneers of Aviation museum lies on the site of the first flying school in South Africa, just 4 km off the N8 outside Kimberley - the city now regarded as the ...

Scenic Drives / Sight Seeing

R354 Sutherland to Matjiesfontein

Overnight? Stay in Sutherland
The tarred R354 between Matjiesfontein and Sutherland (110km) is one of the most beautiful scenic drives in the Western Cape. It's also one of the ...

Sports & Leisure / Cycling

Hakskeen Pan MTB

Overnight? Stay in Askham
Where: Klipkolk Level: the pan is flat, no hills here, but don't get stuck out here for hours in the heat Type of route: this is a salt pan, expect sand, lots of ...

Cycling / Sports & Leisure

Richtersveld Donkey Trail

Overnight? Stay in Port Nolloth
Start: De Hoop campsite, Ai/Ais-Richtersveld Transfrontier Park Finish: Hakkiesdoring hikers' camp Level: Intermediate Type of route: jeep track and donkey trail ...

Breweries

Grootrivier Brouery

Overnight? Stay in Orania
The traditionally Afrikaans town of Orania in the Northern Cape is the quiet home of the Orania Grootrivier Craft Beer Brewery. This brewery offers a completely ...

Breweries

Kalahari Craft Beer

Overnight? Stay in Upington
The Kalahari Desert is a harsh environment, where the heat and arid starkness permeate every aspect of the hardy fauna and flora. Even the root of the word ...

Cafés & Eateries / Family Entertainment

DoringDraad Kontrei-Kuierplek

Overnight? Stay in Kathu
In the heart of the Northern Cape Province, where time slows down and the daily pace is restful, there is a quirky little bar and restaurant called Doringdraad ...

Malls & Shopping / Family Entertainment

Kalahari Mall

Overnight? Stay in Upington
Upington is an historical town that enjoys its scenic position on the banks of the mighty Orange River. It is in the Northern Cape, which is one of South Africa's ...

Family Entertainment / Malls & Shopping

Diamond Pavilion Shopping Mall

Overnight? Stay in Kimberley
Kimberley, in the Northern Cape, has been home to some of the world's biggest and best diamond mines. But, there is another treasure trove here – the Diamond ...

Sight Seeing / Beaches & Pools

Hondeklipbaai Beach

Overnight? Stay in Hondeklipbaai
Your Northern Cape accommodation is sure to be all about celebrating the untainted beauty of the beaches and fishing villages along this stretch of the South ...

Northern Cape as a destination

If you are considering visiting Northern Cape or have already booked your Northern Cape accommodation, then you are probably keen to see what activities are available and what there is to do in the area. Explore our growing selection of Things to Do in Northern Cape, or view the events that are taking place in the Northern Cape during your stay, or suggest an activity if you come across something we've missed.

Tourist regions

Diamond Fields, Green Kalahari, Kalahari, Namaqualand, Upper Karoo

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