Getting here
Getting to Karoo One, two hours from Cape Town
Karoo One is on the N1 just beyond the Hex River Valley, the first farm in the Karoo when you travel from the Western Cape, about two hours from Cape Town. The nearest towns are De Doorns and Touws River, and Aquila Private Game Reserve is ten minutes away. The main gate closes at 19h00, so call +27 23 358 2131 if you will arrive after that. Reception is open daily from 08h00 to 18h00.
From Cape Town
About 2 hours on the N1
Main gate
Closes at 19h00
Reception
08h00 to 18h00
Phone
+27 23 358 2131
Address and GPS
Address: N1, De Doorns, Touws River, 6875, Western Cape
Phone: +27 23 358 2131
From Cape Town
It is about two hours by road. Take the N1 out of Cape Town in the direction of Paarl and stay on it for roughly 159 km. Look for the K1 sign on the left side of the N1. Turn left and drive about 800 m. The hotel is on your right. Follow the car park walkway to reception on your left to check in.
From Johannesburg
Take the N1 south-west through the Free State and the Karoo towards Cape Town. The distance is about 1,114 km, and the drive takes roughly 11 hours without stops. Karoo One lies between Touws River and De Doorns.
A stopover on the N1
Johannesburg to Cape Town is about 13 hours of driving. The last stretch into the Western Cape has mountain passes and busy traffic near the city, so many travellers split the trip. Karoo One is a place to stop about two hours from Cape Town, with a restaurant, a bar, a pool and space to stretch out. Families with children and dogs are welcome.
Plan the stop with a room, an AfriCamps tent or one of our specials: see rooms or see specials.
Check-in and check-out
Hotel rooms: check-in from 14h00 to 21h00, check-out any time before 11h00. Early check-in and late departure may carry a fee, so arrange them with the hotel.
AfriCamps tents: check-in 14h00 to 18h00, check-out before 10h00. Tell your host when you expect to arrive.
Reception and gate hours
- Reception and farm store: daily, 08h00 to 18h00
- Main gate (the Green Gate): closes at 19h00. If you will arrive after 19h00, phone reception on +27 23 358 2131 and the gate is opened remotely.
Distances from the farm
- Aquila Private Game Reserve: about 10 minutes, gate to gate
- Hex Valley Golf Club (9 holes), De Doorns: about 15 minutes
- Mediclinic Worcester (private hospital): 44-minute drive, +27 (0)23 348 1500
- Cape Town: about 2 hours
- Shops: SPAR and TOPS in De Doorns, Woolworths in Worcester
Cell signal and Wi-Fi
Guest Wi-Fi is free on the open network called Karoo1 Guest. No password is needed. The signal is strongest in the main buildings: the bar, the restaurants and reception. The farm is very large, so some areas have a weaker signal. If you would like a digital detox, leave your device in your room.
There is cell reception at the AfriCamps tents. Wi-Fi is not available during load shedding.
Find your way around the farm
everything starts from reception
The farm map shows the rooms, AfriCamps tents, restaurants, pools, kids club and the start of the trails. The trail map is available at reception.
FAQ
questions about getting here
Can't find what you need? Call reception on +27 23 358 2131.
How long does it take to drive from Cape Town?
About two hours on the N1.
Can I arrive after reception closes?
Reception closes at 18h00 and the main gate (the Green Gate) at 19h00. If you will arrive after 19h00, phone reception on +27 23 358 2131 and the gate is opened remotely.
What is close to Karoo One?
Aquila Private Game Reserve is ten minutes away, and Hex Valley Golf Club in De Doorns is 15 minutes away. See nearby attractions.
Break the long drive
Karoo One is about two hours from Cape Town on the N1. Check availability on our booking page.