Calitzdorp & Klein Karoo/Kannaland Area Information
Situated on Route 62, halfway between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth;
Nestled in the heart of the Klein Karoo (also known as The Kannaland), only 50km from Oudtshoorn and 110km from George;
Expect picturesque, fertile valley;
Within walking distance of wine routes and wine tasting;
Dried fruit mecca abound;
Nature Reserves with a massive array of indigenous fauna and flora;
Stroll through small towns and enjoy the historic architecture;
Go on the many fantastic scenic routes, passes and drives (e.g. Swartberg Pass and Seven Weeks Poort);
Port tasting (famous in this region - Calitzdorp is the Port Capital!) on the Klein Karoo Wine Route;
Visit the Local Museum in Calitzdorp;
Succulent Garden;
Birding / Bird watching;
4x4 Routes;
Walking and Hiking Routes
Mountain Bikes and Mountain Biking Routes;
Canoeing and Fishing;
Horse Trails and Horse Riding;
* All area related information is available at The Rose of the Karoo.