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Category Archives: The Klein (Little) Karoo

When people think of the Great Karoo, vast expanses of dry sands and dunes, stretching as far as the eye can see and blue open skies not showing a single cloud, immediately spring to mind. This could also be a description of the Little Karoo, except by comparison, it is a much smaller region than the Great Karoo. Karoo is the Khoi word for “dry”, an obvious choice of name for these two desert-like regions.

The Little Karoo, though sparsely vegetated, also displays that remarkable power of attraction that we associate with desert landscapes – far horizons, magnificent sunsets and wide-open skies. The region is ensconced between the majestic Outeniqua, Langeberg and Swartberg Mountain Ranges. Although water is scarce, farmers utilise the sunny climate and fertile river valleys to grow high-quality produce, such as vegetables and fruit. Wine and dairy products are also produced here and there are several ostrich farms in the region.

The slightly higher rainfall in the less arid part of the Little Karoo creates magnificent scenery that includes natural patches of indigenous fynbos, particularly proteas.

The region also features one of the country’s most amazing natural wonders. The Cango Caves are a series of beautiful and brilliant limestone caves tunneling beneath the foothills of the Swartberg Range.

One visit to the Little Karoo will immediately reveal the warmth and open-hearted hospitality of the people of the region. One of the best-known annual events in South Africa is the Klein Karoo Kunstefees (Little Karoo Arts Festival) where many of South Africa’s talented craftsmen, artists and musicians display their talents. This would be the ideal opportunity to visit the region and experience a true rural welcome.

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Amalienstein-Zoar
7 Jun 2015

Amalienstein-Zoar

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
The farm Amalienstein was bought by the Berlin Missionary Society in 1850. Two mission stations were completed in 1853 in the building style of a century…
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Calitzdorp
7 Jun 2015

Calitzdorp

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
This village also lies on Route 62 and overlooks the Gamka River Valley. The surrounding landscape is mostly fertile farmland, but is also renowned for the…
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De Rust
7 Jun 2015

De Rust

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
This village lies at the southern entrance to Meiringspoort and is an area of exquisite beauty. The town was founded in 1900 on a portion of Meiring’s farm.…
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Ladismith
7 Jun 2015

Ladismith, Little Karoo

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
This town lies at the foot of the Swartberg Mountain Range. It was founded in 1852 and named after Lady Juana Smith, the beautiful Spanish wife of the…
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Oudtshoorn
7 Jun 2015

Oudtshoorn

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
Oudtshoorn is best known for its ostrich farms, which thrive in the arid, semi-desert conditions of the Little Karoo. It was at the centre of the ostrich…
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Uniondale
7 Jun 2015

Uniondale

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
This small and tranquil town came about by the joining of two towns, namely Hopedale and Lyon. It was initially known as a centre for wagon-building and the…
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vanwyksdorp
7 Jun 2015

Vanwyksdorp

  • The Klein (Little) Karoo
This small town between Ladismith and Mossel Bay was established in 1904. Adventure And Sport Four-by-four Routes: The 4×4 trail into…
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