Karoo Hippo Conservancy
DESCRIPTION
On this 12000 ha block of karoo land, you will find two four star guest houses situated in the district of Hanover, in the Northern Cape Province namely: New Holme Karoo Guest Farm, home of the Karoo Hippo Project under the management of owners, PC & Marisca Ferreira and Mieliefontein Karoo Guest Farm under the management of owners, Ian & Elma Ferreira. At Mieliefontein you will also find the Karoo Gariep abattoir which Ian Ferreira build in 1992. Guests at Wolmade Self-Catering Lodge have access to all the activities on the conservancy, also managed by Elma Ferreira.
New Holme and Mieliefontein, nestles in the vast scrubland which is the Karoo. More than two hundred million years ago this landscape was part of a large lake and a vista dotted with gigantic trees. Situated on the Seekoei (Hippopotamus) River, New Holme and Mieliefonteins’ intrigue relics, features, sites, structures and other phenomena, today bear mute testimony, not only to this early ecological system, but to a subsequent human saga spanning millennia.
These farms are working farms where wool, ostrich, Karoo lamb, venison and beef are produced. Seeing how farming is done in one of the harshest locations of our country, is informative, as well as surprisingly interesting. Meet the unique people living here, hear traditional stories and enjoy mouthwatering, proudly South-African food.
Karoo Gariep Conservancy offers a wide range of events and features that will make your experience in the Karoo, a truly unforgettable one. Horse riding, donky-cart rides, fishing, birding, safari's and mountain biking are just a few of the great activities that are available to guests of the conservancy. Crystal clear Karoo skies also makes these venues ideal for nightwalks and stargazing.
New Holme and Mieliefontein, nestles in the vast scrubland which is the Karoo. More than two hundred million years ago this landscape was part of a large lake and a vista dotted with gigantic trees. Situated on the Seekoei (Hippopotamus) River, New Holme and Mieliefonteins’ intrigue relics, features, sites, structures and other phenomena, today bear mute testimony, not only to this early ecological system, but to a subsequent human saga spanning millennia.
These farms are working farms where wool, ostrich, Karoo lamb, venison and beef are produced. Seeing how farming is done in one of the harshest locations of our country, is informative, as well as surprisingly interesting. Meet the unique people living here, hear traditional stories and enjoy mouthwatering, proudly South-African food.
Karoo Gariep Conservancy offers a wide range of events and features that will make your experience in the Karoo, a truly unforgettable one. Horse riding, donky-cart rides, fishing, birding, safari's and mountain biking are just a few of the great activities that are available to guests of the conservancy. Crystal clear Karoo skies also makes these venues ideal for nightwalks and stargazing.
Facilities
Afrikaans
BBQ | Braai Facilities
English
Fully Catered
Private Garden / Patio
Room Cleaning Service
Secure Parking
Activities
4x4 Trail
Bird watching
Eco & Nature
Hiking
Of Historic / Literary or Architectural Interest
Rock Art
Amenities
Bar
CoffeeTea Maker
Medical facilities
On a working farm
Town / City Outskirts
100% deposit returned if booking is cancelled more than 10 days in advance. 80% deposit returned if booking is cancelled more than 4 days in advance. 20 % deposit returned if booking is cancelled less than 4 days in advance. No refund on deposit if booking is cancelled on the date of arrival.
DESCRIPTION
On this 12000 ha block of karoo land, you will find two four star guest houses situated in the district of Hanover, in the Northern Cape Province namely: New Holme Karoo Guest Farm, home of the Karoo Hippo Project under the management of owners, PC & Marisca Ferreira and Mieliefontein Karoo Guest Farm under the management of owners, Ian & Elma Ferreira. At Mieliefontein you will also find the Karoo Gariep abattoir which Ian Ferreira build in 1992. Guests at Wolmade Self-Catering Lodge have access to all the activities on the conservancy, also managed by Elma Ferreira.
New Holme and Mieliefontein, nestles in the vast scrubland which is the Karoo. More than two hundred million years ago this landscape was part of a large lake and a vista dotted with gigantic trees. Situated on the Seekoei (Hippopotamus) River, New Holme and Mieliefonteins’ intrigue relics, features, sites, structures and other phenomena, today bear mute testimony, not only to this early ecological system, but to a subsequent human saga spanning millennia.
These farms are working farms where wool, ostrich, Karoo lamb, venison and beef are produced. Seeing how farming is done in one of the harshest locations of our country, is informative, as well as surprisingly interesting. Meet the unique people living here, hear traditional stories and enjoy mouthwatering, proudly South-African food.
Karoo Gariep Conservancy offers a wide range of events and features that will make your experience in the Karoo, a truly unforgettable one. Horse riding, donky-cart rides, fishing, birding, safari's and mountain biking are just a few of the great activities that are available to guests of the conservancy. Crystal clear Karoo skies also makes these venues ideal for nightwalks and stargazing.
New Holme and Mieliefontein, nestles in the vast scrubland which is the Karoo. More than two hundred million years ago this landscape was part of a large lake and a vista dotted with gigantic trees. Situated on the Seekoei (Hippopotamus) River, New Holme and Mieliefonteins’ intrigue relics, features, sites, structures and other phenomena, today bear mute testimony, not only to this early ecological system, but to a subsequent human saga spanning millennia.
These farms are working farms where wool, ostrich, Karoo lamb, venison and beef are produced. Seeing how farming is done in one of the harshest locations of our country, is informative, as well as surprisingly interesting. Meet the unique people living here, hear traditional stories and enjoy mouthwatering, proudly South-African food.
Karoo Gariep Conservancy offers a wide range of events and features that will make your experience in the Karoo, a truly unforgettable one. Horse riding, donky-cart rides, fishing, birding, safari's and mountain biking are just a few of the great activities that are available to guests of the conservancy. Crystal clear Karoo skies also makes these venues ideal for nightwalks and stargazing.
Facilities
Afrikaans
BBQ | Braai Facilities
English
Fully Catered
Private Garden / Patio
Room Cleaning Service
Secure Parking
Activities
4x4 Trail
Bird watching
Eco & Nature
Hiking
Of Historic / Literary or Architectural Interest
Rock Art
Amenities
Bar
CoffeeTea Maker
Medical facilities
On a working farm
Town / City Outskirts
100% deposit returned if booking is cancelled more than 10 days in advance. 80% deposit returned if booking is cancelled more than 4 days in advance. 20 % deposit returned if booking is cancelled less than 4 days in advance. No refund on deposit if booking is cancelled on the date of arrival.
