The Baviaanskloof Road R332 from Willowmore to Zandvlakte is once again accessible to all sedan vehicles. It will still be slow driving through Nuwekloofpas for all vehicles. 4x4 and high clearance vehicles only through the Reserve section between Zandvlakte and Bergplaas.

Due to heavy rains in the Nuwekloofpas area in the BAviaanskloof, the road is not accessible to sedan vehicles at the moment. 4x4's can enter at own risk. For more info on the road condition, contact Baviaans Tourism on 044 923 1702 or info@baviaans.co.za.

For more info on the above, please click on the heading.

A new book about the Baviaanskloof by Liesl Hattingh is now available. The aim of this book then is to give tourists an idea of the Baviaanskloof's uniqueness, from the exceptional people that live here and used to live here, to the massive variety of plants and animals.

EC Parks Reserve Reserve Management has implemented specific regulations regarding mountain biking and hiking in the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve.

Baviaanskloof Road section between Bergplaas and Zandvlakte accessible to 4x4's with low range. In general, the road is in a good condition, but challenging drifs await at Smitskraal and Akkerdal. Sedan vehicles can drive into the Kloof from Willowmore to Zandvlakte.

The Smitskraal day visitor area situated within the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve has now been upgraded and is open to all those wishing to stop and strech their legs when driving through the Reserve. At the moment, it's also the only official area where a visitor will be allowed to stop when driving through. At Smitskraal there are picnic spots situated on the banks of the Kouga river and a person will also be able to swim in the river. More enquiries, please contact 042-2837912.

Visitors to the Baviaanskloof are requested to purchase a permit when entering the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve section situated between Poortjies and Geelhoutbos. Permits are available at the EC Parks & Tourism office at Komdomo and the entrance gate on the eastern side of the Kloof and at Makkedaat Caves, Zandvlakte Guest Farm and the Reserve Gate on the western side of the Baviaanskloof. Permits are also available at the Baviaans Tourism Office in Willowmore.

All tourist wishing to travel to the Baviaanskloof Nature Reserve will be asked not to enter the Reserve after dark (Summer 19h00 to 05h00 / Winter 18h00 tot 06h00). This will be implemented purely for safety reasons.

THERE have been quite a few exciting changes at the charming Art Deco-styled Karroo Theatrical Hotel on the outskirts of Steytlerville in recent months, starting with a fresh new version of their popular Steytlerville Follies dinner theatre show.

A flash flood hit Willowmore in the Eastern Cape on Wednesday night turning rivers and streams into raging torrents. Police spokesperson, captain John Fobian, says around 80mm of rain fell in the town and surrounding district in just 30 minutes. He says a full assessment of the situation will be made on Thursday morning but there were no reports of injuries or damage.

A historic guide on Willowmore as a trading and farming community, its historical buildings and farms. It also features tourist attractions and selected accommodation in and around the town.

The Sewefontein Wild Fig Tree Forest and Seven Fountain hiking train is now open. Two guides are on duty between 08:00 to 17:00 to take visitors on guided walks.

Steytlerville's annual Rainbow Festival is a celebration of all the good things in life. Join our quaint little town as we uncover the colours of the Karoo and put on a display of the best local talent.