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

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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

Contact Person: Elsa Labuschagne
Telephone Number: +27 (0)51 655-0124
Cellphone Number: +27 (0)84 555-8871
Fax Number: +27 (0)51 655-0124
Email address: lakeres@internext.co.za
Language: Afrikaans & English
Office Hours: 24/7
Website: http://www.gariep-route.co.za

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

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Pellissier House Museum

tourist attraction, museum, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 3,7 (9 reviews)
29,1 km from camp

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Norvalspont Boer War Concentration Camp

tourist attraction, point of interest, establishment

⭐ 4,1 (32 reviews)
31,1 km from camp

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