Things To Do In Beaufort West
Cultural heritage, sports, adventure, nature, relaxation - it's all here in Beaufort West. Check our list of 23 things to do in town!
1. Adventure
Sports X-ventures for Paintballing, Teambuilding, etc.
Tel. 082-7828404
2. Association for People with Disabilities (APD)
Handcraft made by persons with disabilities, for sale
Tel. 023-4151650
3. Beaufort West Walk
Explore the historical buildings of Beaufort West on this self guided walk. Maps and info available at the Tourism Office.
Tel. 023-4151488
4. Beaufort West Museum Complex
Weekdays 07h30 till 16:45 (during season until 18:00)
Tel. 023-4152308
https://www.beaufortwestmuseum.co.za/
email: infoSKaapSTERTbeaufortwestmuseum.co.za
5. Birding
Spot unique birds with Karoo Birding Safaris or get a birding list at the Karoo National Park and go see what you can spot for yourself.
Karoo Birding Safaris: 083-7247916
6. Donkey Cart Rides
The traditional mode of transport in the Karoo enjoy Donkey Cart Rides at Olive Grove Guest Farm
Tel: 023 414 3397
7. 4x4-Trails
Several places offer a unique experience for the 4x4 enthusiast:
The Vale Karoo Farm, Tel. 082-9687991
8. Game drives
Teri-Lemveli Game Lodge, Tel. 082-7893040
9. Golf Course
Enjoy a round of golf under the blue Karoo skies, on one of the Karoo’s few green golf courses.
Tel. 023-4143050
10. Guided Day Trips
Karoo Birding Safaris, Tel. 083-7247916
11. Hiking Trails
Olive Grove Guest Farm, Tel: 023 414 3397
The Vale Karoo Farm, Tel. 082-9687991
12. Horseback riding
The Vale Karoo Farm, Tel. 082-9687991
13. Hunting
Various farms in the area offer hunt. Contact the tourism office for a list.
Tel. 023-4151488
14. Karoo Highlands Route
An Open Africa Initiative: self drive route. See www.openafrica.org
15. Mountain biking
The remoteness of the Karoo and its dirt roads are favoured by many mountain bikers! The following farms have mountain bike trails:
Olive Grove Guest Farm, Tel. 023-4143397
The Vale Karoo Farm, Tel. 082-9687991
16. Olive Farms & Products
Take a tour or buy products at Olive Grove Guestfarm.
Tel. 023-4143397
17. Quad biking
Various guest farms provide quad bike riding:
The Vale Karoo Farm, Tel. 082-9687991
18. Rock Art
Visit the rock engraving complex at Nelspoort.
Tel. 071-6142051 (Laurence Rathenam)
19. Scenic Drives
Molteno Pass, Dejager's Pass, Teekloof Pass, Oukloof Pass and others
Rent a 4x4 from Wiele te Huur: 072 225 9812
20. Solitude
Enjoy the solitude and tranquillity that only the Karoo offers!
21. Spinwiel Antique Shop
Step into a time gone by... The best kept secret in Beaufort West!
52 Donkin Street, Beaufort West
Cell: 082-935 8110
22. Stargazing
Find a comfortable place to lie under the stars and marvel at our amazing night skies, often so clear that it feels like you can reach out and pick a star.
23. Taste the Unique Karoo Flavours
The Karoo is renowned for its excellent cuisine - come and savour its unique flavours at one of our local fine restaurants.
See the restaurant list or enquire at the Tourism Office, Tel. 023-4151488.
10 things to do in Beaufort West in the Karoo
by Roxanne Reid
