- Hiking Drakensberg
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- Nature in South Africa
There is lots of it. And most of it is protected so there are huge tracts of unspoilt loveliness that will have any nature lover coming back for more. This icon indicates naturally beautiful areas away from any major civilisation.
Cederberg Oasis
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| Physical address........ Die Fontein Meriba Cederberg |
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This area is a hiker’s wet dream and rock climber’s secret fantasy.
Directions
Via Ceres: Route R303. Right at Op Die Berg. 17km on tar. Keep left at Cederberg sign. 48km gravel. Follow Oasis signs.
On N7: 30km north of Citrusdal. Take Algeria/Cederberg turn-off. 60km on gravel. Follow the Ceres signs.
A backpackers in the Cederberg
Oasis offers 3 self-catering units, and a restaurant with a bar, the Cederberg the rest: amazing starry nights, rock art, sandstone formations and rock climbing.
Hiking here is almost compulsory and Gerrit will hand-draw you a fantastic map. Psst. Hike the Wolfberg Arch and Cracks, the Maltese Cross and Stadsaal Caves.
Rates
Dorms R135; Doubles R270; Budget tented accommodation with bedding R110; Camping from R50.
See website for weekday specials.
Extras
Internet. DSTV. Swimming pool. Wi-fi.
Internet. DSTV. Swimming pool. Wi-fi.
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