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south africa self drive cederberg and west coast |
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kagga kamma, tankwa, cederberg, wuppertal, graafwater, lambert's bay |
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NOTE: this is only a suggested route. Please confirm the road conditions with local tourism boards and operators from the area. A detailed map of this route is available from MapStudio as part of their guide which includes a CD with GPS tracks and maps. |
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| This self drive route starts in Kagga Kamma, north of Ceres, and progresses northwards up the western edge of the Tankwa, before crossing up into the Cederberg and turning southwards again through Wuppertal to Matjiesrivier and then in a northwesterly direction to Graafwater. From here we meander westwards to Lambert's Bay before zigzagging eastwards towards Citrusdal and the N7 back to Cape Town. |
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| The Barren wastelands of the Tankwa Karoo |
| The fynbos-rich Cederberg |
| The coastal Sandveld |
| Part of a World Heritage Site |
| Dramatic sandstone rock formations in the Cederberg |
| San rock art, rooibos tea plantations and a sandstone mine |
| The mission village of Wuppertal |
| Deep vast canyons eroded by the Doring, Tra-Tra and Tankwa rivers |
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The Cederberg and West Coast are situated in the south western parts of South Africa and best visited during the summer months (October to March). The temperature can reach 28-30ºC or higher offering beautiful sunny days. The Atlantic Ocean brings relief in the form of a cool breeze along the coast. Rainfall is low during the summer.
• A 'must-see' for those who enjoy spectacular scenery, be sure to diaries your visit to fall over thewest coast floral extravaganza when the desert-like terrain is transformed into a carpet of flowers. It takes place from mid-August to mid-September.
• Winter can get cold, with rain and sometimes snow in the higher altitudes. |
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| Find more detail about when to visit South Africa |
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• Four-wheel drive with low range transfer case
• Recovery points front and back
• High ground clearance
• Off-road tyres for rocky terrain (thick side walls)
• Traction control or rear diff lock will be an advantage |
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During this route you will be within 1 or 2 hours drive of assistance.
• Fuel is available along the route - no long range tank required
• A wide selection of food is available in Ceres, Clanwilliam and Citrusdal
• Water is clean and drinkable throughout the route
• Hot showers and flushing toilets throughout except at Kagga Kamma and Doring River |
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• Always have drinking water available as temperatures can sore during summer
• Use sun-screen and eye protection against the sun
• Weather in the mountains can change quickly - be prepared for any situation (cold and warm)
• There are no large predators on the route - the Cape leopard occurs here, but count yourself lucky if you see it
• A low population density ensures low criminal activities, but be aware in towns |
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Day 1: Ceres to Kagga Kamma |
120km |
4 hr |
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Day 2: Drive to camp on Doring River |
90km |
5 hr |
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Day 3: Old Postal Route to Biedouw Valley |
75km |
4 hr |
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Day 4: Biedouw via Wuppertal to Kromrivier |
90km |
5 hr |
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Day 5: Kromrivier to Boegoeberg |
100km |
4 hr |
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Day 6: Drive to Boegoeberg Trial |
50km |
5 hr |
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Day 7: Boegoeberg 4x4 to Lambert's Bay |
120km |
6 hr |
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Day 8: Lambert's Bay to Jakkalskloof Trail |
120km |
5 hr |
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Day 9: Jakkalskloof to Kleintafelberg 4x4 |
50km |
6 hr |
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Day 10: Kleintafelberg 4x4 to Piketberg |
70 km |
2 hr |
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This is predominantly a camping trip, although alternative accommodation is available at most of the sites. The campsites are generally comfortable, if sparse in certain instances. Children will have lots to learn about the wide variety of intereating sites that will be encountered along the way. Teach the kids about the abundant flora, the rock art and the fascinating geology. The scenery changes daily, so there are many interesting and beautiful attractions to see along the way. |
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