Tankwa Karoo Rest Camp

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This park is situated in a Karoo veld basin between the Cederberg mountain range in the west, the Roggeveld Escarpment in the east, and the Klein Roggeveld Mountains in the south. With the brightest stars and rare plant life, it offers a particular destination for lovers of nature and arid landscapes. The park is also known for its spectacular birdlife and is a well-known stop for bird enthusiasts with a birding list of 174 species of which 18 are endemics.

Accommodation

Informal Campsite (CK15)
Fully self-sufficient campers are allowed to camp at designated spots on an "only leave your footprints" - basis. Each site is for the exclusive use of the party of up to 15 individuals reserving such a site. (no electricity, ablutions or water)

  • Volmoesfontein: 2 Vehicles allowed per site, accessible with normal sedan vehicles, no ablutions or water
  • Oom Rickert: 2 Vehicles allowed per site , 4x4 advisable in rainy seasons, access by high clearance 2x4,  no ablutions or water
  • Biesjiesfontein:  2 Vehicles allowed per site, Accessible with normal sedan vehicles, no ablutions or water
  • Steenkampshoek: 2 Vehicles allowed per site, accessible only by 4x4, No ablutions or water
  • Pyperseboom: 2 Vehicles allowed per site , accessible only by 2x4, no ablutions or water
  • Skaapwagterspos: 2 Vehicles allowed per site, accessible only by 2x4, No ablutions or water

 

Formal Campsite: (CK6)

  • Perdekloof: 4x4 advisable in rainy seasons, access by high clearance 2x4, bathroom with toilet, shower and basin, braai facilities - no braai grid supplied, each campsite with own bathroom and enclosed kitchen with sink, no cooking facilities. Gas geyser, solar lighting and no electric points.
  • Langkloof:4x4 advisable in rainy seasons, access by high clearance 2x4, bathroom with toilet, shower and basin, braai facilities - no braai grid supplied, each campsite with own bathroom and enclosed kitchen with sink, no cooking facilities. Gas geyser, solar lighting and no electric points

Cottages

  • Four-bed De Zyver Cottage has 2 bedrooms, each with 1 double bed, a bathroom., Fully equipped kitchen and  living area, sleeper couch in living area, candle/lantern lighting. Warm water through donkey boiler
  • Six bed Paulshoek Cottage has 2 bedrooms, each with 1 single and 1 double bed, a bathroom,, Fully Equipped kitchen, living area, candle/lantern lighting and outside braai facilities. Warm water through donkey boiler 

 

Tanqua Guest house is conveniently situated on the southern boundary of the Tankwa National Park and a stone’s throw from the Oudebaaskraal Dam. The complex is ideally suited for groups of up to 18 guests. A 900m landing strip situated next to the main building, also allows for fly-ins by guests.

  • Eight-bed Tanqua Guest House has 1 en-suite bedroom with a double bed, 3 bedrooms, each with 2 single beds. Bathroom with toilet, shower and bath. Fully Equipped kitchen, living area and outside braai area. Restricted 220v power.
  • Four-bed Tanqua 2 Guest House has one bedroom with 2 single beds and the other with a double bed, bathroom, braai facilities available. Part of a 800m square double story building, Restricted 220V power Shared kitchen, lounge, living area with fireplace.
  • Four-bed Tanqua 3 Guest House has one bedroom with 2 single beds and the other with a double bed, bathroom, braai facilities available. Part of a 800m square double story building, Restricted 220V power Shared kitchen, lounge, living area with fireplace.
  • Two-bed Tanqua 1 G\house (GH2) has one en-suite bedroom with a double bed, braai facilities available. Part of a 800m square double story building, Restricted 220V power Shared kitchen, lounge, living area with fireplace.

 

Activities & Facilities

Stargazing.
4x4 Trails.
Self-Drive Game Viewing.
Bird Watching.
Scenic Viewpoints.

There is no shop, restaurant, public phones or ATMs in the park. There is a General dealer and bottle store in Middelpos. No fuel available in the park last stops for petrol (measured from Park offices) are Ceres (180km), Sutherland (120km - closed from Saturdays 13:00 for weekend), Calvinia (110km) and Middelpos (52km).

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Rates & Pricing

Informal Camping (CK15)
Num. people incl in base rate:
2
Max. number of people in the unit:
15
Rate per extra adult:
85
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
42
ZAR
Formal Camp Sites (CK6)
Num. people incl in base rate:
2
Max. number of people in the unit:
6
Rate per extra adult:
190
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
95
ZAR
De Zyfer Cottage (CO4/6)
Num. people incl in base rate:
2
Max. number of people in the unit:
6
Rate per extra adult:
317
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
159
ZAR
Tanqua Guest House (GH2)
Num. people incl in base rate:
2
Max. number of people in the unit:
2
Rate per extra adult:
0
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
0
ZAR
Paulshoek Cottage (CO6)
Num. people incl in base rate:
2
Max. number of people in the unit:
6
Rate per extra adult:
317
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
159
ZAR
Tanqua Guest House (GH4)
Num. people incl in base rate:
4
Max. number of people in the unit:
4
Rate per extra adult:
0
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
0
ZAR
Tanqua Cottage (FA8)
Num. people incl in base rate:
4
Max. number of people in the unit:
8
Rate per extra adult:
317
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
159
ZAR
Elandsberg Cottage (CO2/4,CO2/4Z)
Num. people incl in base rate:
4
Max. number of people in the unit:
4
Rate per extra adult:
0
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
0
ZAR
Elandsberg Family Cottage (FA4)
Num. people incl in base rate:
4
Max. number of people in the unit:
4
Rate per extra adult:
0
ZAR
Rate per extra child:
0
ZAR

Please note the pricing above excludes the following:

  • Entry/conservation fees (payable on arrival at your destination)
  • Transport, transfers and flights
  • Late arrival transfer fee (if applicable for your destination)
  • Meals, snacks and beverages
  • Safari Game Drives (unless indicated on your itinerary)
  • Baby cot/bed

What our guests have said about this accommodation

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Customer Testimonials

4.9
out of 5 based on
Dec 10, 2024
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to…
Mel du Toit was the perfect person to arrange and organize our trip!! She was on the ball, made sure everything was in place and travel arrangements secured! I highly recommend her!!
JUDITH ANN
,
US
Dec 9, 2024
Great support from Shann
Shann made the booking experience seamless - provided very helpful information to ensure we fully understood what the experience would be like and made sure we felt safe with experiences we have booked.
SUE And Bryson STEIN
,
AU
Dec 9, 2024
Quick & efficient
Very fast response, polite - impressive
Eduardo Rocha
,
BR
Dec 7, 2024
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Gillian Dodsworth
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GB
Dec 7, 2024
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Joanna
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US
Dec 4, 2024
Prompt & knowledgeable
Prompt & knowledgeable
Scott Millar
,
ZA
Dec 4, 2024
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Noelene Hosking
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AU
Dec 4, 2024
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CA
Dec 2, 2024
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,
US
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