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Krakeelrivier

Eastern Cape, South Africa · Africa

About Krakeelrivier

Krakeelrivier is worth a stop: 15 minutes from Louterwater, 51km from Baviaanskloof.

Krakeelrivier is a town located in Eastern Cape, South Africa. With a population of 2,313, it is an important destination in Africa.

On a road trip, Krakeelrivier sits in South Africa, where you drive on the left. It's in the Africa/Johannesburg time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Krakeelrivier to your route.

About Krakeelrivier

Krakeel River is a town in Sarah Baartman District Municipality in the Eastern Cape province of South Africa. Village in the Langkloof, east of Avontuur and some 200 km from Port Elizabeth. The name is taken from that of the river. The form Krakeelrivier is preferred for official purposes.

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Where is Krakeelrivier located?

Krakeelrivier is located in Eastern Cape, South Africa, Africa. The coordinates are -33.8171 latitude, 23.7360 longitude.

What is the population of Krakeelrivier?

Krakeelrivier has a population of approximately 2,313 people, making it a town in South Africa.

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Quick Information

Population
2,313
Continent
Africa
Country
South Africa
Region
Eastern Cape
Timezone
Africa/Johannesburg
Coordinates
-33.8171, 23.7360

Emergency & Services

Essential numbers in South Africa

Police
10111
Ambulance
10177
Fire
10177
All emergencies
112
Driving side
left

112 works from mobiles. Avoid driving at night in rural areas; keep doors locked in cities.

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Worth the detour from Krakeelrivier

3 notable places within an hour's drive.

scenic viewpoint

Bloukrans Bridge Viewpoint (Garden Route)

Africa's highest bridge spanning 216 metres above the Bloukrans River gorge on South Africa's Garden Route, also home to the world's highest bungee jump.

19 km · about 20 min drive

famous road

Baviaanskloof

A 200 km gravel traverse of a UNESCO wilderness valley in the Eastern Cape, fording rivers and climbing the steep Grasnek and Combrink passes between fynbos-covered cliffs. Dry-weather 2WD is possible but check conditions first.

51 km · about 60 min drive

historic highway

Prince Alfred's Pass

South Africa's longest historic pass, 68 km of largely gravel road built by Thomas Bain through indigenous Knysna forest and the Langkloof mountains. A slow, wild alternative to the N2, with a remote bar roughly halfway along.

53 km · about 60 min drive

Driving roads near Krakeelrivier

  • 19 kmBloukrans Bridge Viewpoint (Garden Route)Africa's highest bridge spanning 216 metres above the Bloukrans River gorge on South Africa's Garden Route, also home to the world's highest bungee jump.
  • 51 kmBaviaanskloofA 200 km gravel traverse of a UNESCO wilderness valley in the Eastern Cape, fording rivers and climbing the steep Grasnek and Combrink passes between fynbos-covered cliffs. Dry-weather 2WD is possible but check conditions first.
  • 53 kmPrince Alfred's PassSouth Africa's longest historic pass, 68 km of largely gravel road built by Thomas Bain through indigenous Knysna forest and the Langkloof mountains. A slow, wild alternative to the N2, with a remote bar roughly halfway along.

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