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Namaqua National Park (Skilpad Wildflower Reserve)
Located in
South Africa :: Northern Cape (Namakwaland)
Category:
Protected Areas :: Protected Area
The Skilpad Wildflower Reserve section of the Park is managed for mass flower displays while the remainder of the Park is managed as a conservation area. Situated in Namaqualand we see the tapestry of spring flowers come alive during the months of August to September. This is the only arid biodiversity area in the world, offering the visitor its natural flower show each year, along with the Groen and Spoeg rivers.
The Rooikat 4WD route starts at Skilpad and covers a distance of 176-200km. It can be done in a day, but it's a much more comfortable drive when done over 2 days.
There are 4 self-catering units available for overnight stay. There's also camping available near the coast, but the facilities are limited.
They are motorbike friendly.
| Address : | Namakwaland, South Africa | ||
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| Postal : | P.O. Box 117, Kamieskroon, 8241 | ||
| Contact : | SANPARKS | ||
| Tel : | +27(0)27 672 1948 | ||
| Email : | Click Here | ||
| Host Website : | Click Here | ||
| Cellphone Reception : | Intermittent | Main Cellular Network : | Vodacom |
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| Best Time to Visit : | Early August / September |
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| Gate Opening and Closing Times : | 08:00 - 17:00 |
| Reception Opening and Closing Times : | 08:00-17:00 |
| Payment Methods Accepted : | Credit Card |
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| Fee/s : | Conservation fees: SA Citizen: ZAR58 per adult; SADC National : ZAR116 per adult; International ZAR112 per adult. (Jan-2025). |
| Nearest ATM : | 22km/Kamieskroon |
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| Nearest Bank : | Kamieskroon/22km |
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| Game to View : | Caracal. Steenbok. Klipspringer. Black-Backed Jackal. Leopard and Grey Duiker. |
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| Notes on Activities : | (Some activities may be offered nearby). |
| Number of Trails : | 1 |
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| Trail Length : | 56km |
| Closest Town : | Kamieskroon |
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FUEL AND ATM:
Vehicle fuel and ATM facilities are not available in the park itself but at the nearby town Springbok 87km away.
OTHER FACILIT: IES
Vehicle repairs, post office and police services are available at Kamieskroon. Medical services only in Springbok. No shop, restaurant or fuel is available in Namaqua National Park.
Travellers must take along their own firewood.
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