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Kwelanga River Lodge

Kwelanga River Lodge sits on the banks of the Orange River near Vioolsdrif in the Northern Cape, roughly 6 km outside the border town. The family-run property offers both camping sites and self-catering chalets.

Campsites are equipped with a kitchen and wash-up area, braai pit, and electrical points, while chalets include a braai pit, tea and coffee facilities, and a mini fridge. A pub on site serves meals and drinks, and a swimming pool is available for guests.

The lodge is also home to Rapid Adventures, a sister company offering river rafting trips on the Orange River, making it a practical base for both relaxed riverside stays and active water-based adventures.


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