Nossob River Valley
Nossob Riverbed
A dry riverbed running along the South Africa–Botswana border, about 160 km north from Twee Rivieren to Nossob Camp; known for its lion prides and raptors.
The Nossob Valley forms the natural border between South Africa and Botswana. Its riverbed is wider than the Auob's, with sparser vegetation and open views. The route north from Twee Rivieren to Nossob Camp is about 160 km, passing waterholes and picnic sites such as Kieki-kieki and Dikbaatskolk. Lion prides, cheetahs and brown hyenas are common, and it is also a great place to see birds of prey such as tawny eagles, bateleurs and lanner falcons. The road is gravel, sometimes corrugated, but ordinary sedans can handle it. A one-way trip takes five to six hours, and you generally need to overnight at Nossob Camp. The northern section of the valley can also be driven all the way to Union's End.
Opening hours
Follows park gate hours, approx. 06:00/07:30 to 18:00/19:30 (varies by month)
Nearby sights
- Nossob Rest Camp
- Kamqua Waterhole & Picnic Site
- Auob River Valley
- Kieliekrankie Wilderness Camp
- Urikaruus Wilderness Camp
- Auchterlonie Museum
- Kij Kij Waterhole
- !Xaus Lodge