Valley of Desolation

4.5/5
(964) · Lookout in Graaff-Reinet, South Africa
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Feb 18, 2025
The most awesome rock formations and scenery ever and in such an unexpected place! Well worth the short drive from Graaf-ReinetFull review by Roberto19590718
Dec 23, 2024
Another must visit in this area. From interesting wildlife to stunning views and the sunsets are amazing! Well worth the walk for the views. Only word of caution there are a few midges at sunset but …Full review by Andy K
Dec 11, 2024
This place offers amazing views. It is so quiet and clean. The roads are well maintained and there is ample parking. Picknick benches, rubbish bins and clean ablution facilities. How wonderful our …Full review by Corne T

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Hello, how much time does it take to drive from the center of Graaf-Reinet to the valley of desolation up to the peak and …
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Hello, how much time does it take to drive from the center of Graaf-Reinet to the valley of desolation up to the peak and back?
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It is only a short drive from the centre of Graaff-Reinet to the top of the Valley - about 13km, with good views of the town and dam as you go up. This takes about 30 - 45 min., …
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It is only a short drive from the centre of Graaff-Reinet to the top of the Valley - about 13km, with good views of the town and dam as you go up. This takes about 30 - 45 min., depending on whether you stop along the way or not, for instance at the toposcope. Once at the top (where the road ends), there is a path from the parking lot that takes you further up to the viewpoints - about 15 min. This is the best part of the attraction and you need to spend some time there. There is also a short circular hike one can take from the parking lot, up to the viewpoints and a little further on it cuts back down to the parking lot. Allow yourself some time to take in the beautiful scenery and spectacular views.
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Hello sorry I am new at this. I wanted to find out how much the entrance fee is into the reserve where the valley of …
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Hello sorry I am new at this. I wanted to find out how much the entrance fee is into the reserve where the valley of desolation is?
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120 rand
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Answer by Remy S · Jun 27, 2018
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Hello How much is the en fee into the reserve?
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Cant rember but was not expesive
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Hi , Corne Is this a tar road and is it accessible with a sedan car ?
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Yes - no problem with a sedan. Infrastructure is excellent
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