Plan Your Stay at Lake !Gariep Resort - Oviston – Nature & Camping Experiences

Enjoy outdoor living at Lake !Gariep Resort - Oviston – a relaxing escape with local attractions in Eastern Cape.

Southern Camping

Lake !Gariep Resort - Oviston

South Africa - Eastern Cape

About Lake !Gariep Resort - Oviston Camping

Lake !Gariep Resort - Oviston is set within natural surroundings in South Africa. The camp encourages outdoor activities, photography, and nature exploration. Visitors can enjoy a range of facilities, including shaded camping areas and picnic spots. Nearby attractions such as Gariep Dam Nature Reserve, Gariep Dam View Point add variety to your stay. It is suited to travelers who enjoy scenic, calm, and unhurried outdoor experiences.

Contact Info

Accommodation

  • Camping Allowed: Caravans & tents
  • Caravan Allowed: Yes
  • Caravan Requirements: Standard caravan
  • Ground Cover: Grass
  • Lights: Yes
  • People per Site: 5 - 6
  • Power points: Caravan power point
  • Self Catering: Yes
  • Shade: A few sites have shade
  • Sites Available: 36
  • Tents Allowed: Yes
  • Star Rating: 3 star

Facilities

  • Braai Grill: Yes
  • Cellphone reception: Yes
  • Credit Cards welcome: Yes
  • Dogs Allowed: Only on leash
  • Shop: Ice & wood for sale, shop 2km from campsite
  • Washing up: Yes
  • Water taps: Yes
  • Wheelchair Friendly: No

Directions and Road Condition

  • Access Road: Gravel road
  • Closest Town: Venterstad
  • Directions to campsite: From the R58 to Venterstad, then from Venterstad 12km to Oviston & Lake !Gariep Resort
  • Distance to Town: 12 km
  • GPS Campsite: S 30.692167 E 25.777028
  • Trailer Required: Standard trailer
  • Vehicle: Sedan

Ablution

  • Has Bath: Yes
  • Showers: Hot shower
  • Toilets: Flush Toilet & porta pottie service

Activities

  • Bird Watching: Yes
  • Canoeing: Yes
  • Fishing: Dam
  • Hiking: Yes
  • Mountain Biking: Gravel roads
  • Nature Drives: Yes
  • Other Activities: Historical sites in area, play park for children. Boat launching facilities.
  • Swimming: Swimming pool and dam

Security

  • Security: Security guards on duty during peak times

Comments, Rules and Notes

  • Articles: Caravan & Outdoor Life, March 2010, p 18 Caravavan & Outdoor Life, May 2009, p 47 Weg appendix Top 25 Campsites
  • Comments: The resort is situated next to a nature reserve and all the sites have a stunning view over the lake with magnificent sunsets.
  • Additional Comments: Campsite at the Gariep Dam
  • Special rules: Radios & TV's should not disturb other campers. No drumming aloud.
  • Other: Clean braai grid every day, washing-up room with gas stoves, washing room with washing machine, dryer & ironing facilities.

Nearby Attractions & Points of Interest

  • Gariep Dam Nature Reserve

    tourist attraction, park, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (113 reviews)
    25,8 km from camp
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  • Gariep Dam View Point

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,4 (243 reviews)
    27,6 km from camp
    View on Google Maps
  • Pellissier House Museum

    tourist attraction, museum, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 3,7 (9 reviews)
    29,1 km from camp
    View on Google Maps
  • Norvalspont Boer War Concentration Camp

    tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

    ⭐ 4,1 (32 reviews)
    31,1 km from camp
    View on Google Maps
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