Title: Great Karoo Travel Guide: Best of Great Karoo, South Africa Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Great Karoo](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Karoo-Hotels.d3000656112.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Holiday Rentals in Great Karoo](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Karoo-Holiday-Rentals.d3000656112.Travel-Guide-HolidayRentals)[Flights to Great Karoo](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Great-Karoo.d3000656112.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Great Karoo Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Great-Karoo.d3000656112.Car-Hire-Guide)[Great Karoo Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Great-Karoo.d3000656112.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Great Karoo Travel Guide ## Tourist Guide ![Off the beaten path at the top of Swartberg Pass, South Africa #Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/a54db8a9-10c1-4133-974c-ed18b64e163f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Off the beaten path at the top of Swartberg Pass, South Africa #Hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/a54db8a9-10c1-4133-974c-ed18b64e163f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Capetown is the most beautiful African country I have ever visited. Not that I have visited many countries in Africa but if I have tons of cash I would buy a home here! #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635943691532/56bcdbc6-6943-45c8-baf6-8b9caf63657e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The floral and fauna in this country is so varied and distinctive. I have never seen many species outside this country! These are the wild flowers atop Table Mountain. If have time do visit the Botanical Garden as you will be amazed and in awe if you like flowers! #nationalpark](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635943691532/bd6d5ef2-db1d-4dad-8489-fd547e277be0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![View from the dining car. #travelbug #beaufortwest #premierclasse #southafrica #africa #panorama](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123316/43dd7f86-8756-40fc-a161-9d65ee87b74d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Great Karoo Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Great Karoo ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Schoemanshoek Visitors to Schoemanshoek enjoy its gardens, and if you want to do some exploring, Karusa Vineyards is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oudtshoorn-Schoemanshoek.dx553248633981702739) - Top hotels in Great Karoo - Top Holiday Rentals in Great Karoo ![Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6350000/6347400/6347327/7f6ae327_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa off the R46 Touws River Western Cape Stay at this spa lodge in Touws River. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. 8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews) Such an amazing time wished we stayed an extra day. Staff was amazing, amenities were great room was clean and the game drive was incredible. Reviewed on 2 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000656112) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=6347327&PinnedHotelID=6347327&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000656112) ![Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3140000/3131700/3131643/22f5a0ef_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Inverdoorn Private Game Reserve R356 Sutherland Road Breede River Western Cape £428 5 Mar - 6 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this lodge in Breede River. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. 8.4/10 Very Good! (42 reviews) Clean room, great breakfast, wide selection at lunch and dinner. Stayed 2 nights so enjoyed the 4 game drives. Ashley was an excellent guide Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=05%2F03%2F2026&endDate=06%2F03%2F2026&selected=3131643&PinnedHotelID=3131643&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000656112) ![Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3910000/3908800/3908760/3784f5f2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve Off R303, Koue Bokkeveld Breede River Western Cape Stay at this spa lodge in Breede River. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. 8.8/10 Excellent! (61 reviews) We had a memorable honeymoon stay at Kagga Kamma Nature Reserve. The property is beautifully maintained, blending comfort with the rugged charm of the Cederberg landscape. Cleanliness: The rooms were spotless, with thoughtful touches that made us feel at home. Pool & Spa: The pool was well-kept and ... Reviewed on 10 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=3908760&PinnedHotelID=3908760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000656112) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F02%2F2026&endDate=17%2F02%2F2026&selected=3908760&PinnedHotelID=3908760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000656112) [See all 210 properties in Great Karoo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=03%2F02%2F2026&endDate=04%2F02%2F2026®ionId=3000656112) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Landrani Luxury Lodge](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/116000000/115130000/115126600/115126577/6d633382_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Landrani Luxury Lodge Vergelegen Road Oudtshoorn Western Cape Stay at this cabin in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oudtshoorn-Hotels-Landrani-FarmStay.h115126577.Hotel-Information) ![Rus In De Rust](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66510000/66500100/66500095/4ca8ca01_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rus In De Rust 16 Burger St De Rust Western Cape Stay at this holiday home in De Rust. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and private plunge pools. Popular attraction Meiringspoort is located nearby. 9.4/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews) Happy rest place Everything you need all the time. No problem communication. Happy to assist. Good laces to eat and drink in the village. Definite place to mark as a must stay. Reviewed on 11 Feb 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/De-Rust-Hotels-Rus-In-De-Rust.h66500095.Hotel-Information) ![Red Stone Hills](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19460000/19458800/19458778/73885abd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Red Stone Hills 6.5 km on Kruisriver turnoff from R62 Oudtshoorn Western Cape Stay at this cottage in Oudtshoorn. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities and horse riding on-site. 9.2/10 Wonderful! (7 reviews) Beautiful setting and loveley private cottage with everything you could need gir a comfortable stay. Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Oudtshoorn-Hotels-Red-Stone-Hills.h19458778.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Great Karoo](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=3000656112&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ## Check Great Karoo hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03)[2 Feb - 3 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=2026-02-02&endDate=2026-02-03) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04)[3 Feb - 4 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=2026-02-03&endDate=2026-02-04) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[6 Feb - 8 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=3000656112&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) ### Popular places to visit ![Elephant rides](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/0611cfde-4738-4848-bb09-9d927d809da8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Buffelsdrift Game Lodge Enjoy an outing to Buffelsdrift Game Lodge during your stay in Oudtshoorn. Discover the sunrises while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Buffelsdrift-Game-Lodge-Buffelsdrift.d6166116.Attraction) ![So much to love and learn. This is a beautiful place to see and a must if you traveling along the Garden Routes...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2716/601db68d-fc91-40db-a6c6-d22b1a80a399.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cango Caves Explore the great outdoors at Cango Caves, a lovely green space in Oudtshoorn. Amble around the area's gardens or seek out its campsites. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Cango-Caves-Oudtshoorn.d6166093.Attraction) ![Cottages at main camp. Love the view!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6123316/c40ec291-1a58-44b1-981b-cda9bf1aade9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Karoo National Park Explore the great outdoors at Karoo National Park, a lovely green space in Beaufort West. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Karoo-National-Park-Beaufort-West.d6090937.Attraction) #### Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center Enjoy an outing to Aquila Safari Animal Rescue Center during your stay in Touws River. You can seek out the safari tours while in the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Aquila-Safari-Animal-Rescue-Center-Touws-River.d553248622814341599.Attraction) #### Meiringspoort Explore the great outdoors at Meiringspoort, a lovely green space in De Rust. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Meiringspoort-De-Rust.d6269855.Attraction) #### Cango Ostrich Ranch Meet the animals who call Cango Ostrich Ranch home during your trip to Oudtshoorn. While you're in the area, wander around the gardens. 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