Hanover, Upper Karoo, Northern Cape

Welcome to the Karoo Gariep conservancy, home to the Karoo Hippo. On this 12000 ha block of karoo land, you will find two four star guesthouses situated in the district of Hanover, in the Northern Cape Province nl New Holme karoo guest farm, home of the Karoo Hippo Project under the management of owners, PC & Marisa Ferreira.

Mieliefontein karoo guest farm under the management of owners, Ian & Elma Ferreira. At Mieliefontein you will also find the Karoo Gariep abattoir which Ian Ferreira build in 1992. Guests at Wolmade self-catering lodge have access to all the activities on the conservancy, also managed by Elma Ferreira. These farms are working farms where wool, ostrich, karoo lamb, venison and beef are produced.

We offer some activities to our guests such as horse riding, donkycard rides, filching, birding, safaris and fly-ins. Clear karoo skies also makes these venues ideal nightwalks, and stargazing.

Mieliefontein is built in 1964 by owners Ian and Elma Ferreira, the farm house is set in parklike gardens and is decorated with a mix of antique pieces and cottage furniture. Spacious bedrooms are en suite, and one has a private bathroom, with a separate self-contained cottage for families. Delicious meals, freshly prepared with farm produce. Walks, horse riding, birding and hippo drive. No credit cards. 5 Bedrooms, 1 Cottage.

New Holme Karoo Guest Farm is set in the weeping landscape of the Karoo Gariep Conservancy with wide open spaces and spectacular sunsets, New Holme combines traditional Karoo hospitality with vast scenic beauty. Bedrooms have a warm and homely atmosphere. After a magnificent Karoo sunset enjoy a braai with a variety of farm style dishes in the boma under the star-studded sky. Pool, donkey cart rides and horse riding. A birdwatcher’s paradise with over 200 species. View the only hippos in the Northern Cape which have been reintroduced after 230 years. No credit cards. Children are welcome and under 12 they stay and eat at half price. 3 Bedrooms, 1 Family Unit.

Wolmade Self Catering Cottage is ideal for bigger groups and families who want to have a karoo experience and still be on there own. The house has five bedrooms and three bathrooms. The kitchen is fully equipped and linen and towels are provided. Guests at Wolmade have access to all the activities on the conservancy. By arrangement guests can be catered for at Mieliefontein.