Roaring Dunes, 4x4 Thrills & Kalahari Wildlife

In the southern Kalahari, between Postmasburg and Groblershoop, lies Witsand Nature Reserve, home to the famous Brulsand—the “roaring dunes” that hum beneath your feet. Just 236 km from Kimberley and 160 km from Upington, this remote escape blends raw adventure with striking desert beauty.

4x4 Adventure Trail:
The star attraction is the 15 km 4x4 route, threading through Witsand’s northern reaches. Graded 1–4, it’s accessible for adventurous first-timers yet rewarding for experienced off-roaders. Drivers tackle rolling red dunes, sandy tracks, and rocky stretches, all framed by vast horizons and desert silence. The trail culminates at Pepler’s Gat, a spring-fed pool tucked away in the wilderness, perfect for a swim and picnic after the drive. It’s an authentic Kalahari reward, where water feels like a miracle.

Wildlife & Nightlife:
Adventure at Witsand doesn’t stop with the dunes. Daylight hours bring encounters with meerkats, pangolins, aardvarks, and herds of antelope such as gemsbok and springbok. As dusk falls, the reserve shifts character: Cape foxes emerge, porcupines shuffle across the sand, and bat-eared foxes patrol under star-filled skies. The nocturnal drama adds an untamed edge to any stay.

Stay Wild, Stay Comfortable:
Witsand blends wilderness with comfort. Options range from 4-star chalets overlooking the dunes to shaded luxury campsites and larger group lodgings for families or friends travelling together. Whether you’re here for the off-road challenge, the iconic roaring dunes, or the solitude of the Kalahari, Witsand offers the perfect base to experience it all.

s accommodation suits every style of adventurer.