Green Kalahari Property | Northern Cape

The Green Kalahari is one of the world’s greatest wonders, particularly when it comes to contrasts, with lush green vineyards standing proud in the valley and a granite gorge plummeting to great depths and creating the Northern Cape’s famous Augrabies Falls.  The Orange River is without a doubt one of the most stunning natural features in South Africa and provides plenty of sustenance to the surrounding areas, which is an important respite in what can be termed semi arid conditions.

The history of the Green Kalahari can be traced back to the indigenous San tribesmen who used to roam the plains of the southern Kalahari as hunter-gatherers.  Today, only a few of the San people can still be found living near the Gemsbok National Park.  There are remains of early settlements to be found on the farm Bitterputs near Kenhardt, as well as countless examples of cave drawings and etchings in the area.

Upington is the main town in the Green Kalahari region of the Northern Cape and is a hot, dry area characterized by desolate desert landscape.  However, the Orange River provides a fertile oasis that feeds a lush and fertile valley here too.  Other interesting towns in the area include Kakamas, Danielskuil, Groblershoop, Olifantshoek and Keimos, all offering something unique and rewarding to both residents and visitors alike.  If you are looking for property in this particular province then the Green Kalahari could provide just what you need.