Accommodation :
Four-bed family cottages, two bedrooms, bathroom (bath), air-conditioning and equipped kitchen.
Bungalows (3 or 4 persons), bathroom (shower), air-conditioning and equipped kitchen.
Two three-bedded bungalows have been adapted for handicapped persons.


Camping:
Caravan and camping sites in shaded area.
A maximum of 6 persons, one caravan/tent and one vehicle or one autovilla permitted per site.
Communal camp kitchen with two-plate stoves, and sinks, communal ablution facilities, laundry and ironing room.
All sites have power points.

Activities:
Waterfall view points walking distance from the restaurant complex.
Game viewing at leisure using own vehicle.
Klipspringer Hiking Trail: 3 days, 2 nights and 12 persons per group. Advance bookings essential. Closed October to March due to heat.
Nature trails (no bookings necessary):
Arrow Point (one hour)
Potholes (one hour)
Moon Rock (one hour).
Night drives during peak holiday periods.
Three swimming pools for residents.
Gariep 3-in-1 Adventure: This is a three-part adventure comprising rowing for 4 km down the mighty Orange River, walking for 4 km and returning to camp by mountain bike (12 km). Enquiries and reservations at the park.

Facilities:
Picnic area for day visitors with ablution and barbecue facilities
Shop, Shibula Restaurant and Gariep Ladies' Bar.
Public telephones, fuel.
Information on birds, reptile and mammal species found in the park, is available at reception on request.

5 things to seek :
The Falls
Springbok
Klipspringer
Black Stork
Pygmy Falcon
 

General Information
Climate
Hot summers and cold nights during winter. January to April is the rainy season. March to October are the most pleasant months in the park.

Day Visitors
Day Visitors are welcome and there are facilities to cater for them.

Emergencies
Park Tel: +27 54 452-9200 • Fax: +27 54 451-5003

Handy Hints

  • Remember to bring a hat, walking shoes, sun block, camera, binoculars and wildlife reference books.
  • Hikers on day and overnight trails must always carry sufficient water.
  • Take cool or light clothing for summer and warm for winter - area prone to sudden weather changes.

Office Hours
07:00 – 19:00

Take Note

  • Pets are not allowed in a national park.
  • Firearms must be declared and sealed on arrival. Seals will be broken at reception upon departure.
  • Malaria prophylactics and mosquito repellents are a good precaution. Malaria has been historically recorded in the area but is not very prevalent. Please consult your chemist/doctor to alleviate any concerns.
  • Vehicle repairs, medical services, post office and police: Kakamas (40 km).
  • Shoes must be worn on summer evenings to avoid scorpion stings.
  • Motorcycles, bicycles, rollerblades and skateboards are not allowed.

Travel / How to get there
Augrabies Falls National Park lies 120 km west of Upington and 40 km northwest of Kakamas on a tarred access route. National air links to Upington and a private airfield 5 km from the park. Internal roads are gravelled. 

Gate Hours
April to September: 06:30 – 22:00
October to March: 06:00 – 22:00


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