Perfectly posted half-way between Gauteng and the Cape, you’ll find this beautiful resort and watersport enthusiast’s paradise on the banks of the country’s largest dam, the 374sq km Gariep Dam. Bordering a well-stocked nature reserve, this vast expanse of sparkling water offers equally sparkling attractions – game-viewing by boat, windsurfing, sailing, jet skiing, canoeing and rowing. This oasis, set under big open skies, will entice any family.
Gariep offers three conference facilities that can accommodate between 12 to 300 delegates. All rooms are equipped with modern conference equipment and a variety of accommodation to ensure that delegates have a comfortable stay. Accommodation consists of 44 two or three bedroom chalets and 12 luxury one or two bedroom chalets. The three star caravan park has 106 sites all with power and serviced by two ablution facilities.
Things to do:
The dam is a water sport enthusiast’s paradise, stretching 90km in length and 374 sq km in size, making sailing, jet skiing and power boating a pleasure.
- Bird watching
- Bowls
- Canoeing (require you own equipment)
- Day visitors (excluding holidays)
- Entertainment programs during school holidays
- Fishing (require your own equipment)
- Game viewing by boat (require own equipment)
- Kids splash pool
- Kiosk at swimming pool
Activities and facilities in close vicinity:
- Dam Wall guided tours
- Quad Bikes
- Paint Ball
- Fish Hatchery
- Canoe Trips
- Horse Rides
