Accommodation near The Cango Caves
The Cango Caves are a must-see attraction located roughly 29 kilometres from Oudtsoorn in the Klein Karoo. The town is about 600 kilometres from Cape Town.
Surrounded by the striking, arid Karoo landscape, the Cango Caves are just one in a string of intriguing and entertaining attractions, but there is no doubt they are one of the best, and the oldest!
The Cango Caves is the oldest tourist attraction in South Africa, having delighted visitors since the early 1800’s. They are also the first caves in Africa to be protected by environmental legislation. It is now known that the caves have been known to man since the early stone ages, which adds yet another level of intrigue to this already fantastical site.
The caves are characterised by beautiful stalactites and stalagmites which seem to drip from the ceiling of the caves or grow out of the floor giving the appearance of a candle which has melted. The rock formations are surreal and each cave is lit by a series of colourful bulbs which enhance the experience.
There are two tour options available, one being the heritage tour and the other being the adventure tour. Both tours are led by experienced guides who take you through a series of caves with names such as Rainbow Chamber and Van Zyl’s Cave. On the adventure tour an extra section is added to the heritage tour, which takes you deeper into the caves and through tight spaces where leopard crawling is sometimes required.
The Cango Caves complex has a restaurant and curio shop to browse after completing your tour, and there is also an interpretive centre which explains the history and geology of the caves, and an information centre which provides general information about Oudtsoorn and its attractions.
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8.2 km
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Luxury Riverfront Tents & Luxury Waterfront Cabins with mountain view,4 Star bed and breakfast, Riverfront Luxury Tent & Waterfront Cottages and self catering units. We are situated at the foothills ... More Info
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Located en route to the Cango Caves, De Oude Meul Country Lodge lies nestled at the foothills of the majestic Swartberg Mountains, in Oudtshoorn, Garden Route. The Lodge is situated in the beautiful S... More Info
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Berluda Farmhouse and Cottages is an intimate guesthouse experience in the fertile farming valley of Schoemanshoek, halfway to the Cango Caves. It offers charming self-catering family and luxury cotta... More Info
14.2 km
Swartberg Country Manor is nestled on the farm "Voorbedacht" situated in the Cango Valley at the foot of the world-renowned Swartberg Pass. The picturesque panoramic view of the Swartberg Mountains wi... More Info
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If you want to escape the busy city life, experience the beauty, tranquility, captivating, exquisite and breathtaking views of the Swartberg Mountains and waterfall, Swartberg Backpackers is the perfe... More Info
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Come share our dream house in Oudtshoorn Book your own double room with maximin 4 guests sharing, for a good night's rest in absolute tranquillity ,quietness, looking at the Swartberg mountains and en... More Info
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Cul-de Sac is situated in the heart of the Klein Karoo - Oudtshoorn. Oudtshoorn is nested between the breathtaking Swartberg and Outeniqua mountains - offering an unforgettable stay. Cul-de Sac offers... More Info
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Carmens Gästefarm freut es das Sie den Weg zum Straussennest gefunden haben. Erfahren Sie mehr über die Straussenfarm in Oudtshoorn - Südafrika, erleben sie Carmens Gästefarm mit unseren Straussen und... More Info
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De Akker Guest House is a TGCSA 4-star establishment which offers 7 Stylish Luxury rooms with all amenities, free Wi-Fi, secure parking, welcoming drink and breakfast. (2 Self-catering Units)
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Adley House in Oudtshoorn is a magnificent Victorian home and was built in 1905 by Sidney Herbert Adley during the "Ostrich Feather Boom".
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Oudtshoorn Reviews
Oudtshoorn
Must see. So much to learn about ostrich and so much to explore. Awesome place with friendly people
- Jan Van Wyk
Oudtshoorn
This is a good area and has beautiful scenery will come back this root again
- John Mabuto
Oudtshoorn
I will definitely go there again. Karoo at its best
- Wendy Maruping
Oudtshoorn
Great tourist destination.
- Ephraim Nambane
Oudtshoorn
Interesting
- Susan Steinbach
Oudtshoorn
People are really friendly, vibe is great.
- Peter Rohwer
Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn is very focussed on tourism and I shall recommend the area to my family and friends.
- Riaan Mouton
Oudtshoorn
Hot hot hot!Went to the Cango caves and it was worth the money.
- Melani Van Zyl
Oudtshoorn
It is very pretty and peaceful. Unfortunately our stay was too short and we could not explore as much as I would have liked. The dirt roads, with the exception of the Montague Pass, were well maintained. I gather there had been rain the previous week so maybe that was why the Montague Pass needed grading.
- Bridget Stephens
Oudtshoorn
Lots of things to do, people were very friendly and helpful
- Marius Bosch