Experiences

Find Your Perfect Karoo Activity

From outdoor adventure to time by the pool, find your own way to enjoy Karoo One. There are many ways to enjoy your stay, from mountain biking and quad biking to swimming in the natural rock pool, with Big 5 game drives ten minutes away.

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Activities for every mood

Relax by the pool, ride our trails or even climb our mountains

All activities at Karoo One

Mountain biking

Marked routes with look-out points, and you are likely to see springbok, gemsbok, zebra and red hartebeest.

Quad bikes crossing the Karoo veld below the mountains

Quad biking

Explore the farm on a quad bike, fun for the whole family.

Aerial view of a gravel trail through the veld

Trail overview and map

Marked routes, safety tips and where to pick up the trail map.

Rock Pool

A natural rock pool below steep cliffs, about 800 m from the hotel, made for swimming, sunning and picnics.

Hotel swimming pool with loungers and umbrellas

Hotel pool

Swim and sunbathe at the hotel pool, opposite reception.

Massage table ready for an in-room massage

In-room massages

A qualified therapist comes to your room. Book with 24 hours' notice.

Kids games room with a jumping castle and small tables

Kids club

A kids club building next to the games room, plus a jungle gym and trampoline.

Jungle gym and football

A jungle gym and trampoline for the kids, and a football from reception for 3-a-side.

Games room

Pool table, fussball and table tennis, opposite the bar.

Guests and guide beside an Aquila safari vehicle

Safari & game drives

Day and sunset Big 5 game drives, about 10 minutes away.

Hikers among the sandstone cliffs of the kloof

Hiking

Walk to the Rock Pool or climb to Fossil Kop on trails that start at the parking area.

Guest on a Segway on the gravel road at Karoo One

Segway rides

Guided off-road Segway trails with hills, bends and sand patches.

Village courtyard through the iron gates at dusk

Outdoor cinema

Films and popcorn under the stars. Enquire at reception.

Starry Night - Wedding Chapel at Karoo One Hotel & Village Western Cape

Stargazing

Dark skies for finding the Southern Cross and the Milky Way, self-guided.

Rock climbing

Technical traditional climbing with wide Karoo views, for experienced climbers only.

Trail running

Marked farm trails for runners, with routes from short loops to longer outings.

Fossil Kop

A vigorous hike to a dinosaur fossil marker, wide views and a picnic spot.

Guest drawing a bow at the Karoo One archery range

Archery and pellet gun shooting

Outdoor targets to test your aim.

Boma

Group braais around the fire next to Hugo Restaurant, by prior arrangement.

Springbok grazing on the open plains at Karoo One

Fauna & flora

Springbok, gemsbok, zebra, red hartebeest and Karoo birdlife on the farm.

Picnic basket on a table at the rock pool

Picnics

Picnic at the Rock Pool or Fossil Kop. Ask reception for the best spots.

Aerial view of the farm and the wide Karoo plains

Nearby attractions

Hex Valley Golf Club in De Doorns, Matjiesfontein and other places to visit near the farm.

How to book activities

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Call reception

Arrange most activities at reception or the Activity Centre. Some need advance booking, and massages need 24 hours’ notice. Trail maps are at reception.

Guided game drives at Aquila are booked through reception. See the safari page.

Book quad biking, Segway rides, archery, pellet guns and bike hire at reception or the Activity Centre. Reception is open daily from 08h00 to 18h00. Call +27 23 358 2131 or email [email protected].

Download our activities brochure (PDF) and services brochure (PDF).

FAQ

questions about activities

Can't find what you need? Call reception on +27 23 358 2131.

Do I need to book activities in advance?

Some do. Ask at reception or the Activity Centre when you arrive, or call +27 23 358 2131 before your stay if you have your heart set on one. In-room massages need 24 hours’ notice.

What is there for children?

There is a kids club building next to the games room, a jungle gym, a trampoline and 3-a-side football. Kiddies meals are served at the Brasserie. See the kids club page.

Can I bring my own bike?

Yes. You can also hire a bike: book at reception or the Activity Centre. Details are on the mountain biking page.

Is golf on the farm?

No. Hex Valley Golf Club is a 9-hole course in De Doorns, about 15 minutes away. See nearby attractions.

Plan your stay

Pick your dates, then book activities when you arrive.

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