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Kalahari Seekoeibaard Sand Route

Nearest town Groblershoop (50km)
Contact Louwrens Fourie
Tel 083 500 7180
E-mail info@transboegoe.co.za
Website www.transboegoe.co.za
Best time of year All year, but march is best
Route distance 27km - 41km

Historically, when one thought of visiting the wonders of the Northern Cape the association was always that of Witsands, and why not?
The reserve is a great stopover and, from a 4x4 perspective, acts as the perfect springboard to two fantastic sand trails, the Kalahari Mountain View 4x4 Dune Route and the Kalahari Seekoeibaard Sand Route.

These two trails, located on neighbouring farms, have made their respective facilities available to the reserve.
Both are excellent in their own right, but often get overlooked due to their location and association. No longer! The Kalahari Seekoeibaard Sand Route, one of Drive Out’s 2007 Top Ten winners, has gone independent.

The Kalahari Seekoeibaard lies 95km from the Kalahari Witsands Nature Reserve. It is one of four trails located on the Trans Boegoe Farm, and is now entirely managed by Trans Boegoe themselves.

It starts at the Boegoeberg dam wall, goes all along the riverside on sand banks and up a rocky hill with breathtaking views of the surrounding area. A couple of rocky patches are covered with red Kalahari sand, so be careful.
And remember, the slopes of the sand dunes are very steep and difficult to drive in some parts. But that said, it’s a beautiful and unique route.

There are escape routes for the less adventurous, but be aware that fuel availability in the area is a problem. If you’re planning to head straight from one trail to the next you’ll need to carry your own fuel with you.
Plus, if you are planning to visit both routes whilst there, make sure you put enough time aside to really enjoy it!
Trans Boegoes’ credo is that mother nature is our privilege, not our right, so come and appreciate the tranquillity of nature.

WHERE TO STAY

Trans Boegoe boasts excellent camping facilities right on the river. The camp is situated within a natural riverside forest of raisin and karee trees, and the entire camping area is covered by a soft lawn.
Power points are located throughout the terrain and extension cords are
available on request.

WHAT ELSE

• The dam is not only ideal for swimming, but has proven to be a fishing paradise. In the streams below the dam, carp and yellowfish are plentiful. The entire area is also ideal for fly fishing.
• Bring your jetski or motor boat and enjoy the waters of the Orange River.
• Quad bikes are welcome.