Nswatugi Cave
One of the best-preserved rock-art caves in the Matobo Hills, with giraffes, kudu and antelope rendered vividly and delicately on its walls.
Nswatugi Cave lies in the western part of Matobo National Park. It is an open rock shelter whose walls carry red-ochre paintings made thousands of years ago by the San people. It is most famous for its graceful giraffes, kudu, large antelope and groups of human figures, making it one of Matobo's most representative rock-art sites. The walk up a steep granite slope from the car park takes about 10 minutes, and there is simple signage inside the cave. Archaeological excavations show that people lived here for a long period. The cave lies within the national park, so a park entry ticket is required. Please do not touch the paintings or splash water on them to get better photos.
Opening hours
Opens with the national park