South Africa · Safari destination
Oudtshoorn
Safaris built around Oudtshoorn.
The ostrich capital of the world in South Africa's Klein Karoo, home to the Cango Caves, wildlife encounters and rich local cuisine.
Oudtshoorn
Why
The "Ostrich Capital of the World" title has definitely made its mark, with a wide variety of attractions incorporating ostrich feathers, eggs and even ostrich riding.
Brought together by the tantalising taste of the Klein Karoo cuisine, and the exciting activities like the Cango Caves, and encounter with wild animals in their natural habitat.
Tailor-made safaris
Safaris in Oudtshoorn.
Most requested · 14 days · South Africa
14 Day Self Drive Luxury Garden Route
Most meals · Most activities · All transfers
- 1 night at Mantis No 5 in Gqeberha, then 2 at The Plettenberg
- 1 night at Rosenhof Country House in the Klein Karoo
- 2 nights at Tilney Manor in Sanbona with Big Five game drives and walks
- 2 nights at Grootbos Forest Lodge with flower safari and fynbos horseback ride
From
R 130 250
per person, complete package
≈ R 260 500 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 10 days · South Africa
10 Day Kwandwe, Garden Route and Cape Town
Most meals · Most activities · Most transfers
- 3 nights at Kwandwe Ecca Lodge in a malaria-free Big Five reserve
- Twice-daily game drives and optional walking safari with an armed ranger
- 2 nights at The Turbine Boutique Hotel in Knysna on the Garden Route
- 1 night at Rosenhof Country House with ostrich farms and the Cango Caves
From
R 113 200
per person, complete package
≈ R 226 410 for two · international flights excluded
Most requested · 12 days
12 Day Garden Route, Cape Town & Eastern Cape Safari
Most meals · Most activities · All transfers
- 4 nights at Kensington Place in Cape Town with private Cape Peninsula and Winelands tours
- African penguins at Boulders Beach and wine tasting in Stellenbosch and Franschhoek
- 1 night at Rosenhof Country House in Oudtshoorn with Cango Caves and ostrich farms
- 3 nights at Kanonkop House in Knysna for lagoon cruises and Tsitsikamma Forest
From
R 102 540
per person, complete package
≈ R 205 080 for two · international flights excluded
16 days · South Africa
16 Day Self Drive Bush & Garden Route
Most meals · Most activities · Most flights & transfers
- 2 nights at Mhondoro Game Lodge in Welgevonden Game Reserve
- 2 nights at Buffelsdrift Game Lodge in luxury waterhole tents with twice-daily safaris
- 2 nights at Angala Hotel in the Franschhoek winelands
- Whale-watching base at Harbour House Hotel in Hermanus
From
R 87 230
per person, complete package
≈ R 174 470 for two · international flights excluded
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Southern Africa Guide
Southern Africa's icons, shaped into one itinerary: Greater Kruger, Victoria Falls, the Okavango Delta and Cape Town.
Where to stay
Lodges in Oudtshoorn.
2 lodges
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Lux Live availabilityBuffelsdrift Game Lodge
Buffelsdrift Game Lodge sits 4 miles outside Oudtshoorn in the Klein Karoo, with the Swartberg Mountains rising behind a 12-acre waterhole. Luxury tented suites overlook the water where elephants, lions and cheetahs roam, and guests join bush safaris, night drives and meerkat tracking. A practical Garden Route stop, five hours from Cape Town and an hour from George Airport.
From R 3 150 per person · night
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Premium Live availabilityRosenhof Country House
Nestled in a beautiful garden of roses on the outskirts of Oudtshoorn, you'll find an elegant five-star country home known as Rosenhof Country House.
From R 2 790 per person · night
Rates per person sharing, per night.
Oudtshoorn
Your guide to Oudtshoorn.
Highlights:
- Adventure Activities: Mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding is the perfect way to explore the region for the intrepid travellers.
- Karoo Culture and History: Experience the local culture by exploring the town's historical buildings and museums.
- Ostrich Farms: "Ostrich Capital of the World," Learn about the fascinating birds, feed them (just watch out for your shiny items) and try an ostrich egg omelette.
When
Oudtshoorn, situated in the semi-arid Klein Karoo region of South Africa, has a climate characterized by hot summers and mild winters.
Although Oudtshoorn is a year-round destination, your best bet for pleasant weather and outdoor activities would be during the spring (September - November) and autumn (March - May) months. If you prefer cooler temperatures and don't mind chillier evenings, winter can also be a great time to explore the region.
Where
Oudtshoorn is located in the Western Cape province, South Africa. Situated in the Klein Karoo between the Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains. It's roughly 420 km (260 miles) east of Cape Town and about 55 km (35 miles) from the coastal town of George.
For most travelers, flying into George and then driving or taking a shuttle to Oudtshoorn is the most convenient option. However, driving from Cape Town or along the Garden Route allows for a more scenic journey and the opportunity to explore other attractions along the way.
Imagery
Oudtshoorn, in pictures.
Recent travellers
Word from people who have just been to Oudtshoorn.
Quotes pulled directly from Trustpilot. Where we have specific reviews mentioning Oudtshoorn, those come up first. Otherwise these are recent five-star notes from across the trips we have planned.
"Very helpful with itinerary and excellent arrangements of transport from and to Cape Town, and Idubi in Sabi Sands and Lukimbi in Kruger. Although a rep for Safari.com said a letter from a doctor was not required, such a letter IS REQUIRED to go on bush walks if older than 65. Fortunately, we checked the reserve web site and had a doctor's letter."
"The professional, polite and efficient attitude towards us,was paramount. Qualities rarely used and found these days . Thankyou. Mrs Ina Climas."
"Monica was an amazing advisor. Patient, highly responsive and she tailored an imaginative and original itinerary for us. It is clear she knew much about the various options and listened to what we needed to come up with a great solution. Extremely proactive and responsive, making the booking a pleasure"
"I got the package I wanted! No hard sells or upsells. The price matched booking directly, but with safari.com I also got free travel insurance and an eSIM card for my trip. Communication was fast and efficient. I can’t wait until my trip."
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