Graaff-Reinet Overview Information

Graaff-Reinet lies in a bend of the Sundays River, in the shadow of the rocky Sneeuberg Mountain and surrounded by the Camdeboo National Park. Graaf-Reinet, known as the 'gem of the Karoo', is well worth a visit not least because of its preservation of the character of a typical 19th century town - it has over 200 buildings claimed as National Monuments, including some of the original slave cottages.

Although in the heart of the Karoo, Graaff-Reinet the area is green and mountainous and host to a rich bird and animal life. The town offers specialised tours to view game, rock art and fossils. There is also a township walkabout.

While in the area be sure to visit to the Owl House in Nieu-Bethesda, just 50 km north Graaff-Reinet.

The nearby Valley of Desolation, has beautiful examples of the unique jointed pillars formed by dolerites, rising an incredible 120 metres in places.


Tourism Attractions in Graaff-Reinet
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Kambro Cottage
Graaff-Reinet Self Catering Flatlet
Accommodation is provided in two tastefully decorated Cottages each with their own private entrance and safe off-street, undercover parking. The Somerset Cottage and the Cradock Cottage are supplied with crisp linens. Read more.
Aa'Qtansisi Guest House
Graaff-Reinet Bed & Breakfast/ Guest House/ Guest Lodge
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Beau & I
Graaff-Reinet Bed & Breakfast/ Guest House/ Guest Lodge
As the name of our establishment depicts, this is a team effort by Beau and Imelda to give top class service to our guests and to ensure that they will remember their stay with us. Read more.
A Mountain View Guesthouse
Graaff-Reinet Bed & Breakfast/ Guest House/ Guest Lodge
Our premises is situated in a quiet part of town but also close to various Restaurants, museums, a national game reserve and the well known Valley of Desolation from where breathtaking views can be seen. Read more.