
Welcome to Bergplaats
Bergplaats Game Farm welcomes you to the heart of the Central Karoo, where the grandeur of God's nature lies unspoilt. Situated 80 kilometres outside the historical town of Beaufort West, Bergplaats is a place where travellers can come to replenish their souls. The vast beauty of the semi-arid landscape stretches to the horizon under a canopy of the richest blue sky, and herds of antelope graze across the rolling hills.
Bergplaats covers 8500 hectares of pristine Karoo land set against the backdrop of a towering, rugged mountain. The farm accommodates 18 people in its suite of comfortable housing facilities, ranging from the luxurious to the authentic farm-style. A lodge on the mountain , God's Window, offers a secluded haven for those seeking tranquility and contemplation. The main facility - Gemsbok Lodge - is adjoined by an open air lapa, where guests dine and converse and make merry under the spectacular, star-studded Karoo night sky. Vrolijkheid Lodge gives visitors a typical farm experience in an authentic Karoo farmhouse with 3 bedrooms.
A range of activities awaits the traveller to Bergplaats. Intrepid souls can explore the stunning surrounds on horseback, while adventure-seekers can take to the veldt on one of our four-by-four tracks or quad biking routes. Nothing beats a sunset game drive in pursuit of the various species of antelope, including gemsbok, blue wildebeest, Eland & zebra, that populate the vast tracts of land. Bergplaats offers a world-class hunting experience and boasts its very own on-site butchery, where hunters can participate in the processing of their own meat, should they wish.
Conference-goers, honeymooners, hunters, wildlife enthusiasts and holidaymakers looking for an out-of-the-ordinary experience - all of them are agreed on one thing, that Bergplaats Game Farm provides them with the perfect environment for indulging their passion in the awe-inducing natural splendour of the mighty Karoo. And regardless of the day's activities - which are numerous and wide-ranging, tailored to the specific needs of the visitor - everyone will enjoy our authentic bush dinner, served in the veldt under the stars, with nothing between you and the mystery of the wild landscape, except a mouthful of the finest traditional cuisine.
At Bergplaats, you'll feel a million miles away from the city and its daily grind, but you won’t have any trouble getting there. A chartered jet service picks up travellers at all the major South African airports, and we are easily accessible by car. All you have to do is pack your bags and set the course for Beaufort West, and before you know it you’ll be basking in the soul-enriching experience that is Bergplaats. We assure you that your time at Bergplaats will be rich and rewarding, relaxing and exciting, a break from everyday life that will lodge itself in your heart and return with you to the real world. The sweeping vistas of the Karoo will change you forever
TESTIMONIAL:
Stephen Mitchell - Down South Wildlife
Bergplaats is a beautiful Karoo farm.The overall impression is one of endless landscapes stretching as far as the eye can see, an almost eerie solitude in which you can almost feel the peace and tranquility and achieve total piece of mind. Fascinating mountain landscapes, open plains livened by herds of springbok, eland, oryx and wildebeest. An ideal place to get away from it all.
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