Beaufort West Travel Guide

Travel to Beaufort West - Culture and Extreme Sports Combined

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Beaufort West, the largest town in the arid Great Karoo region, was founded in 1818 and initially named Beaufort after Henry Somerset, 5th Duke of Beaufort, who was the father of Lord Charles Henry Somerset, then governor of the Cape Colony. The town was renamed Beaufort West in 1869 to avoid confusion with Fort Beaufort in the Eastern Cape, and Port Beaufort at the mouth of the Breede River in the Western Cape. The town was laid out in 1820 and became a municipality in 1836.
Today, Beaufort West is the centre of an agricultural district based mainly on sheep farming, and is a significant town on the N1 national road.

Attractions in Beaufort West

The old Town Hall and the Dutch Reformed Church in Beaufort West have been declared national monuments and are worth a visit. You can also enjoy visiting nearby Karoo National Park as well as the local museum.

Activities in Beaufort West

There are numerous adventure activities that you can take part in in Beaufort West. These include horse riding, river rafting, hiking, mountain biking, bird watching and even paragliding for those extreme sports enthusiasts amongst you.

Relaxing

Relax by enjoying a spot of bird watching or simply strolling around the town and soaking up the culture and atmosphere. Nearby Karoo National Park also offers a peaceful and naturally beautiful place in which to relax.

Getting Around

Get around Beaufort West by hire car, bike or foot.

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