Valley Of Desolation

Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape

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Description

The Valley of Desolation is a premier tourist destination located in the 19,500 hectare Camdeboo National Park near the Karoo town of Graaff-Reinet, Eastern Cape. The sheer cliff face is a geological phenomenon caused by volcanic and erosive forces of nature over 100 million years, rising nearly 120m from the valley floor.

The Valley of Desolation was declared a Scenic National Monument in 1935, and is a mecca for hikers, photographers, and nature lovers. The road to the top of the valley was tarred in 1978, offering visitors easy access to a number of viewpoints. There are plenty of hiking trails for the adventurous.

Activities

Game viewing
Birding
Hiking trails
4x4 trails
Watersports

Map

500 m

2000 ft

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Nearby Attractions

Midlands Provincial Hospital

4 km away - West Coast

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John Rupert Theatre

4 km away - West Coast

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Graaff-Reinet

5 km away - West Coast

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