Plan your visit
Plan your visit
Prepare for your cave tour with facts on driving routes, interior temperatures, and physical requirements.
Getting there
Getting to the caves
| How | Time | Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Car: Drive north from Oudtshoorn via the well-maintained R328 road directly to the cave entrance. | 30 minutes | Fuel cost (free parking on site) | The route is scenic and paved. No petrol stations or ATMs are available at the caves, so fuel up in Oudtshoorn. |
| Tour: Book a guided day tour or shuttle from Oudtshoorn, George, or Cape Town. | Half-day or full-day depending on origin | Varies by operator | Many guided day tours package the Cango Caves with an ostrich farm visit and the Swartberg Pass. |
When to go
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The caves are open daily year-round, closing only on Christmas Day. The best time to visit is during the shoulder seasons. Travel between March and May, or September and November, to avoid dense summer crowds.
What to bring
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There are no petrol stations or ATMs at the caves.
Fuel up and draw cash in Oudtshoorn before you drive.
How the day runs
Suggested itineraries
A straightforward half-day trip from Oudtshoorn.
- Depart Oudtshoorn
Drive north on the R328 for 30 minutes.
- Arrive and check in
Park for free and collect your pre-booked tickets.
- Start the Heritage Tour
Walk through six large chambers including Van Zyl's Hall.
- Tour concludes
Exit the caves and return to your vehicle.
Tackle the tight tunnels and visit an ostrich farm.
- Depart Oudtshoorn
Drive up the R328 to the cave entrance.
- Adventure Tour check-in
Leave bulky bags in your car and secure your small daypack.
- Crawl the tunnels
Navigate the Devil's Post Box and Lumbago Walk with your guide.
- Drive to a farm
Head to a nearby working ostrich farm for lunch and a tour.
Preparing for the caves
The cave interior stays at 18°C with high humidity. Wear comfortable closed-toe walking shoes with non-slip soles. The cave floors are often damp. Bring bottled water for before or after your tour, as drinks are banned inside.
If you take the Adventure Tour, wear breathable long pants to prevent knee scrapes. Bring wet wipes to clean your hands after crawling through dusty tunnels. Flash photography is permitted, but leave your tripod behind.
Easiest way to do it
Oudtshoorn Cango Caves and Ostrich Experience with Lunch
5 h 30 min 5.0 (10)
- Bottled water
- Lunch
- All Fees and Taxes
- Air-conditioned vehicle
From$124per person
Cancellation terms differ by platform and listing. Check them before you pay.
Planning questions
How far are the Cango Caves from Oudtshoorn?
The caves are located exactly 29 kilometers north of Oudtshoorn. The drive takes about 30 minutes along the well-maintained and paved R328 route.
What is the temperature inside the Cango Caves?
The caves maintain a constant temperature of 18°C (64°F) year-round. The environment also has high humidity.
Are the Cango Caves wheelchair accessible?
The Heritage Tour involves a walking route over natural terrain, and the Adventure Tour requires climbing and crawling. They are not fully wheelchair accessible.