6-day Northern Cape: Kalahari Explorer

Upington African Vineyard Boutique Hotel & Spa is nestled just 25km from Upington in a lush landscape of vineyards at Kanoneiland, Northern Cape. A mere 30-minute drive will take you to Upington, 2½ hours to Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park, and one hour to Augrabies Falls National Park. The unique, comfortable, and elegant rooms overlook the beautiful garden. Explore our vineyards, stroll along the Orange River, or just relax in the swimming pool. Various species of birds will keep you company while you revitalize your soul and mind in the exquisite garden or in the Wellness Spa. African Vineyard is a lovely wedding venue for 100 - 120 people and offers conference facilities for 200 people. Browse through the art exhibition of local artists and enjoy the talent of the area. Experience country hospitality with wonderful food and friendly, personal service that will make your stay a memorable experience. Escape to the island of slow living.. at a working raisin farm. Spa treatments, breakfast, and dinner can be booked separately and need to be booked in advance. Please ask for the customized home-cooked menu that changes daily. African Vineyard is well-known for its unique location on Kanoneiland, an island in the Orange River, and has won numerous awards for service excellence and community upliftment.

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Luxury suite 2 Chardonnay - Non smoking Luxury suite 1 Ruby Cabernet Non Smoking Luxury Room 1 Sauvignon Non Smoking Luxury Room 4 - Shiraz Non Smoking Luxury Room 3 - Merlot Non Smoking Luxury Room 2 - Petit Non Smoking Luxury suite 3 - Lyra Non Smoking Standard Room Sultana Non Smoking Luxury Suite 4 - Muscadel Non Smoking Standard Room Colombard Non Smoking Luxury Room Malbec Non Smoking Luxury Room - Chenin Non-Smoking Standard Room Merbein Non Smoking Standard Room Hanepoot Non Smoking

DSTV, bath/shower combination, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, kingsize bed, non-smoking, safe parking. Wi-fi in public areas

King size bed, DSTV, mini-bar, separate bath & shower, tea/coffee tray, airconditioning, non-smoking, cotton percale linen. Wi-Fi

Luxury room, DSTV, bath & shower combination, spacious, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, view of the garden, birdlife, king-size bed, non-smoking, safe parking

DSTV, shower, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, king-size bed, non-smoking, safe parking. Mattresses (no beds) provided for children from 3-12 sleeping with parents. Please provide own cots for children under 3

DSTV, bath and shower, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, king-size bed, non-smoking, safe parking.

DSTV, bath and shower, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, king-size bed, non-smoking, safe parking

DSTV, bath/shower combination, air conditioning, tea/coffee tray, cotton percale linen, king-size bed, non-smoking, Mattresses (no beds) provided for children from 3-12 sleeping with parents. Please provide own cots for children under 3. Wi-fi

Room with cotton percale linen, King-size bed, overlooking the garden, complimentary tea/coffee & rusks, DSTV, Wi-Fi in public areas

Room with cotton percale linen, King-size bed, shower, complimentary tea/coffee & rusks, DSTV, Wi-Fi in public areas

Room with cotton percale linen, King-size bed, overlooking the garden, complimentary tea/coffee & rusks, DSTV, Wi-Fi

Cotton Percale Linen, DSTV, kingsize bed, coffee & tea tray. View of garden

Cotton Percale linen, DSTV, Kingsize bed, tea & coffee tray. View of garden

Standard room with queen size bed and shower. DSTV, bathroom amenities, and view of the garden. Coffee & Tea station

Queen size bed, DSTV, shower, tea/coffee tray, air conditioning, non-smoking, cotton percale linen - view of garden & vineyards

Property Facilities

Bar, Barbeque Facilities, Conference Centre, Eco Friendly, Internet Access, Malaria Free, Meal on Request, Pool, Restaurant, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Air Conditioning, Balcony / Deck, Complimentary Wi-Fi, Dressing Gowns, En-Suite, Fireplace, Fridge, Hair Dryer, Heater, Internet, Lounge Area, Mini Bar, Pure Cotton Linen, Safe, Satellite / Cable Television, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Television, Verandah

Services

Credit Card, Laundry Service, Room Service

!Xaus Lodge provides accommodation in the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park for eco-tourists and visitors to the Kalahari. The complex comprises a central lodge building and 12 individual, en suite chalets, each with its own deck overlooking a vast saltpan and waterhole fed with fresh water. The central lodge building comprises a welcoming reception area, a cosy lounge with a fireplace and a lovely library. Visit the large observation deck from which we gaze in wonder at the night sky, and by day the swimming pool provides cool relief from the desert heat.

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View of the Pan Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Surrounding area Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Walkway Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Bathroom Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Guest room Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Dining area Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Walkway Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Outdoor pool Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Viewing deck Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Surrounding area Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Surrounding area Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

View of the pan Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Facilities exterior Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

View of the pan Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Facilities exterior Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Craft village Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Outdoor pool Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Facilities exterior Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Lodge interior Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

The pan Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Lodge interior Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Craft village Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Guestroom Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Surrounding area Credit: Celeste Mckenzie

Twin/King Beds Family Room

Twin Beds (can be set up as King size standard length on request).

Each chalet with its own deck overlooking the waterhole in the pan.

Large shower, wash-hand basin and separate flush toilet.

Twin & King Beds

Each chalet with its own deck overlooking the waterhole in the pan.

Large shower, wash-hand basin and separate flush toilet.

Property Facilities

Bar, Battery Charging Facilities, Communal Dining, Eco Friendly, Malaria Free, Pool, Secure Parking

Room Facilities

Balcony / Deck, Electrical Outlets, En-Suite, Fan, Hair Dryer, Heater, Pure Cotton Linen, Shower, Tea / Coffee, Verandah

Services

Airport Shuttle (Available), Credit Card

Wilderness walks Visiting the Local Craft School Game Drives Sundowners on the Dunes Night viewing and Stargazing Auob River Game Drive

During morning walks with the guides you will ‘read the newspaper’ of the night before –seeing the animal spoors, being taught about plants and desert life.The distance covered depends on the abilities and interest of the guests.

There are mid morning walks provided too, where you walk out on the salt pans and learn quite how far reaching and expansive these desert pans really are.

!Xaus Lodge is owned by the local ‡Khomani San and Mier communities. Guests are invited to meet the craftersat the school, and get an insight into the modern lives of thelocal Bushman community, as well as an opportunity to purchase crafts from the original artists.The school is set up to give elders an opportunity to pass on traditional skills to the younger generation who do not necessarily live a traditional lifestyle. Guests will thus experience the interaction between ancient traditions and modern lifestyles.

Afternoon or evening game drives are offered, allowing guests to see the dunes. While bird sightings are frequent and beautiful, other sightings are unpredictable and fascinating.

Guests are welcome to enjoy the treat of sundowners on the dune and watch - and hear! - the day set around them

Given !Xaus's seclusion from ambient light, its night sky is spectacular. Learn about the constellations with your naked eye, or view the Milky Way through our telescopes.

This river drive is freely available to guests who stay for four nights and can be discussed and arranged for guests who so desire, for an additional fee.

The Molopo Kalahari Lodge, named after the currently dry river the Molopo, is situated in the area known as the Green Kalahari, 200km north of Upington, 5km from the Botswana border and 60km from the world famous Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park. A proverbial oasis in this Semi-desert region.

Stylish air-conditioned accommodation with lots of attention to detail, bring nature right into your bedroom. The Kalahari Molopo is an ideal stop over on your way to the Park or merely a breakaway from the busy city life.

Experience the true Kalahari on the Springbok breakfast run early in the morning or you can go on a 4x4 game drive or sundowner cruise, play a round of human chess, relax next to the huge swimming pool or watch a game of rugby on the big screen TV or just arrive and relax.

Guests are welcome to enjoy mouth watering meals throughout the entire day at the restaurant also open to the public or socialize at the very famous Kalahari Bar.

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