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Anne

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Informative and peaceful

The evening fossil talk provided many insights into a time period I had never heard of.

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Pierre

Stayed at: Ganora Guestfarm & Excursions

Engaging and relaxing

The stay was very peaceful with many trails to do some walking. The food was great.

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Leoni

Stayed at: Ganora Guestfarm & Excursions

Exceptional experience

Most amazing place with exceptional fossil museum on site. San rock paintings. Very friendly hosts.

Accommodation Description

Ganora Guest Farm offers a selection of charming bed and breakfast rooms, thoughtfully converted from original farm buildings to provide a comfortable and authentic Karoo experience. The accommodations include the Old Kraal, featuring four en-suite rooms with options for queen-size or twin beds, and The Sheds, comprising three larger en-suite rooms with king or twin beds. Each room is equipped with modern amenities such as electric blankets, tea and coffee facilities, and complimentary Wi-Fi, ensuring a cosy stay amidst the rustic charm.


Guests can enjoy hearty breakfasts served in the converted barn dining area, and dinners are available upon request. The farm's warm hospitality, combined with its rich history and serene surroundings, makes it an ideal retreat for travellers seeking tranquillity and a genuine connection to the Karoo landscape.

Setting Description

Situated just 7 km from the quaint village of Nieu-Bethesda and 60 km from Graaff-Reinet, Ganora Guest Farm is nestled in the foothills of the majestic Sneeuberg Mountains. The working sheep farm is set within a landscape carved by ancient rivers, offering guests a unique opportunity to explore rich fossil beds, well-preserved Bushman rock art, and the daily rhythms of farm life.


The farm's location provides easy access to a variety of activities, including guided fossil and rock art tours, hiking and biking trails, birdwatching, and stargazing under the expansive Karoo sky. The combination of natural beauty, cultural heritage, and warm hospitality creates a memorable experience for all who visit.

What We Love

  • -Authentic Karoo farm experience with modern comforts
  • -Unique rooms in converted historical buildings
  • -Proximity to Nieu-Bethesda and its cultural attractions
  • -Guided tours of fossil sites and Bushman rock art
  • -Warm hospitality and delicious home-cooked meals

Activities

Guided fossil & rock art tours

Guided fossil & rock art tours

Hiking Trails

Hiking Trails

Mountain biking trails

Mountain biking trails

Explore Nieu-Bethesda

Explore Nieu-Bethesda

Stargazing

Stargazing

Location

Ganora farm, Graaff, Reinet, Eastern Cape, 6280

How to get there

Farm is situated between Middelburg and GraaffReinet, 7km from NieuBethesda. From Middelburg: take first turn off to NieuBethesda on right hand (just before Cradock turn off to left.) Travel 20km and turn left at our sign board for 1km. From GraaffReinet: Take second turn off to NieuBethesda (600m after Cradock turn off) on left hand side. After 20km turn left at sign board. From Cradock:Take GraaffReinet road. At Tjunction (Middelburg and GraaffReinet) turn right towards Middelburg for 600m then left at NieuBethesda road. After 20km turn left at sign board.

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