Accommodation
in the Karoo
WI-FI PLEASE NOTE
There is little or no mobile service at the farm, and while most visitors enjoy being away from email and social media while they enjoy their time off, Gecko Rock does offer limited wi-fi at reception between 08:00 and 16:00 for those who have to be online or get in touch with loved ones.
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Staying
at Gecko Rock
Self Catering
Wooden cabins and cottages – various options available from R1350 per night Learn More
About
Gecko Rock
Gecko Rock Private Nature Reserve is an eco-adventure destination, nestled in the Nougaspoort Valley, 25km from Touwsrivier. Our mission is to offer our visitors an unparalleled outdoor experience in the South African Karoo – one of the most unique natural areas on earth.
Comfortable accommodation options vary from camping to fully equipped self-catering in a variety of cottages and houses. Guests enjoy unspoiled views, breathtaking stars, days and days of hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, photography and 4×4 trails, or simply relaxing with a good book.
The reserve presents opportunities to enjoy different activities such as hiking, 4×4 driving on approved routes, rock climbing, mountain biking, customized team building events and conference facilities, flower and succulent tours, bird watching, and star gazing.
Contact
Gecko Rock
By Phone & WhatsApp
Whatsapp is the preferred contact method.
Due to the rural setting we may not answer the phone lines, but will respond to message as soon as we are in the coverage area again.
Always try Sharon before other contacts as they may be out with groups
Email Enquiries
Directions to Gecko Rock
- Travel on the N1 to Touwsrivier, Western Cape.
- Turn right (if coming from Cape Town), or left (if coming from Laingsburg) at Touwsrivier.
- Turn left at the first 4-way stop.
- You will reach a T-junction at the railway line. Turn right and drive with the railway line on your left..
- Cross the railway line and turn IMMEDIATELY right, onto the gravel road.
- Travel past the Bloutoring turn-off. (DO NOT TAKE THE LEFT FORK) and through an S-shaped poort (valley) for about 25km out of Touws River.
- Travel 1km past the Nougaspoort turn-off, and you will see the Gecko Rock sign at a black steel gate on the left hand side.
- There is a steel padlock with a combination on the padlock. This has been supplied to you with your booking.
Please be aware that Gecko Rock is a rural venue. The public gravel roads are not suitable for sports cars with low-profile tyres – or any vehicle that is overloaded. We regularly receive visitors in small, medium and large saloon cars, without any problems.
