Anysberg Nature Reserve Travel Guide: Top Sights in South africa,

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Anysberg Nature Reserve- Travel Tips What to See, How to Plan & Tours: Natural Scenery; South Africa; 5 Reviews

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Suggested Duration: 4 hours

Anysberg Nature Reserve, covering approximately 62,500 hectares in South Africa's western Little Karoo, is part of the Gouritz Cluster Biosphere Reserve and was established in 1984 to protect the region's succulent and fynbos vegetation. Named after the anise plant (Pimpinella anisum) found locally, the reserve lies within the Cape Fold Belt and supports a range of wildlife reintroduced to the area. Fed by three rivers, it sustains diverse habitats that attract around 180 bird species, while also preserving ancient San rock art that offers a glimpse into the region's cultural history.

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Reviews of Anysberg Nature Reserve

Jayson Keevy

5
Reviewed: 2025-04-14

How are more people not talking about this place? Absolutely one of the best-run nature reserves I’ve been to. Everything is clean, well-equipped and visible cleaning rosters and even a weather forecast in the kitchen. Even a huge water reservoir pool and sundeck. Healthy antelope wildlife, and the night time wildlife really is prevalent here too. The reserve manager (I forgot her name) is super knowledgeable and has been there for 16 years if memory serves. Had a great chat with her on checkout. Johan who checked us in on Sunday afternoon is amazing as well.
Sebastian Kung

5
Reviewed: 2025-02-14

Has everything that I would typically connect with the Karoo. It's a special place and I think our party was the only one besides two others visiting in the park during our entire visit.
Victor Jauzion

5
Reviewed: 2022-11-17

Wonderful reserve ! Very helpful and kind, Marius and Adri are the best ! If you want to live a special moment in South Africa, come to this place ! Peace from a frenchie, Victor ✌️
Rick Venter

5
Reviewed: 2022-01-18

The Anysberg Nature Reserve is the Gem of the Karoo. Loved our time there. The Roads are accessible and bike trails are great.
Duncan Alfreds

5
Reviewed: 2020-03-20

No brainer this is an amazing venue that checks so many boxes for those who like the great outdoors. You'll find walking paths, camping facilities, environmentally sensitive cottages, horse riding, game viewing and a dam in which to have a swim. More than that, even the night time entertains as the stars look so close that it feels you can touch them. Just take it all in