Tourist attractions
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Richtersveld National Park: rugged kloofs, high
mountains and dramatic, inscrutable landscapes that sweep away
inland from the Orange River divulge the fact that you are now in the
vast mountain desert. The huge national park is managed jointly by the
local Nama people and the South African National Parks Board. Plants
survive in this harsh climate due to the 'Ihuries' or 'Malmokkies', the
name given by the local people for morning fog rolling in from the cold
Atlantic Ocean. Two trees are particularly associated with the
Richtersveld: the bastard Quiver Tree and the "Halfmens" (half-human),
Pachypodium namaquanum. The Richtersveld National Park is a prime
example of one of the most interesting megaecosystems
in the world, possessing unsurpassed richness of (succulent) specie and
individuality of flora.
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The Old Cape Dutch Manor
House has also recently been fully refurbished; now offering 5 stylish
en-suite rooms as well a dining room/ restaurant, a swimming pool and a
large veranda.
Naries also hosts a newly built, self catering facility; ideal for families.
The Namaqua Mountain Suites are only
two minutes drive from the Manor House and offer unique accommodation in a
breathtaking landscape.
Our warmhearted
hospitality, delicious meals, variety of comfortable accommodation and
friendly staff will ensure that you thoroughly enjoy your stay, leaving you
with the desire to return once again!
Namaqualand is world reknown for its unspoiled clear night sky. Those who
are interested can join us for some star gazing.
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Guided 4x4 driver along the mysterious Diamond
Coast between Kleinzee and Koingnaas.This Shipwreck Coastal Trail is
37km of 4x4 fun! Over the years the stormy Atlantic Ocean has prevented
many ships
from completing their voyages, sending them to final resting-places
along the Namakwa
Coast.
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De Beers - Namakwaland Mines. Diamond mining
started in 1927 on the farm Kleyne Zee after Jack Carstens discovered
diamonds on the farm the previous year. Kleinzee has since evolved into
a modern town serving one of the world's foremost alluvial diamond
mines.Climb aboard the massive dragline (dependant on production
schedules), which moves up to70 tons of gravel in a single scoop. Visit
actual digging sights within the restricted area as
well as a site visit to a huge seal colony of more than 350 000 Cape fur
seals.
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