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Town in Northern Cape, South Africa
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Upington is the next biggest city in South Africa's Northern Cape Province after Kimberley and a good starting point to the famous Augrabies Falls. The town is situated on the banks of the Orange River.
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A statue in recognition of the way law enforcement in this vast dry area was done in the past; by camel mounted police.
Donkeys were often employed to pump water in this dry place. Donkeys were so important in this area that they were awarded a statue in recognition for all the work they did. Even today you will see many people still using donkey carts as their primary transportation.
Information and exhibitions detailing the history of the area.
The biggest cooperative in South Africa and the second biggest in the world. Wine tasting can be arranged for you, however most of the grapes are not used for wine production, but exported to Europe as grapes and raisins.
Around 40 km of drivable gravel roads, 3 hiking trails a telescope on a hill for distant game viewing. Many mammals, no carnivores.
A fertile valley in the Lower Orange River, graced with vineyards, cotton and lucern fields.
Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Booking recommended for dinner.
The name literally translates to Sakkie's little ark (as in Noahs' Ark). A floating bar on the Orange River.
A five-star guesthouse a few minutes outside town. It is a good place to relax and let yourself get treated.
Ultragas
Upington and its surrounding areas are known for their avid carp and cat fishing. For the right gear and bait you need to visit this store. They also provide great advice and if you are lucky they might give you the hot current fishing spot locations.
By plane
By car
Take the N7 from Cape Town and join the N14 at Springbok to go to Upington. When coming from the Eastern Cape, take the N10 starting near Port Elizabeth.
By train
There are no longer any scheduled passenger trains to or from Upington.
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