SPITSKOP NATURE RESERVE

The reserve was named after Spitskop, an impressive granite koppie just outside the small town of Upington. Consisting mainly of sandy flats interrupted by two rocky outcrops, the reserve is worth a visit not only for its game, but also for the dazzling flower carpets covering its sandy plains after the summer rains each year.

Game species include red hartebeest, eland, zebra, gemsbok, steenbok and large herds of springbok. Typical bird species found here are ostrich, kori bustard and Namaqua sandgrouse. Visitors can travel on good gravel roads while watching game. For the more energetic there are three hiking trails, varying in length, with an overnight hut. At Spitskop (the koppie) there is a sheltered viewpoint equipped with a telescope. At the picnic site at its foot visitors can enjoy a welcome break.

The reserve has one fully-equipped chalet (sleeping four persons) and an overnight hut with a shower and toilet for hikers. Visitors can choose from a variety of accommodation options in Upington. The reserve is open throughout the year. Opening time: April to September - 08h00 to 17h00; October to March - 08h00 to 19h00.

How to get there:
From Upington take the R360 towards Noenieput and the Kalahari Gemsbok National Park. The reserve lies to the right, approximately 7km out of the town.

Contact details:
Postal address:
PO Box 1788, Upington, 8800, SOUTH AFRICA
Tel (International): +27-54-22336
Tel (South Africa): 054-22336