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The isolated dolerite hills give the place a
calming feeling of seclusion. A big surprise awaits
when you pass through the hills and are confronted
by the large open sandy plains towards the north and
west of the Park. Drainage lines from the hills form
little tributaries that run into the plains and
drain into the Riet River.
Mokala is a Setswana name for a Camel Thorn (Kameeldoring).
These trees occur in dry woodland and arid, sandy
areas and are one of the major tree species of the
desert regions of Southern Africa. This immensely
important species has a great range over the
Northern Cape and varies from a small, spiny shrub
barely 2m high, to a tree up to 16m tall with a
wide, spreading crown.
| Note: the Mokala National
Park has replaced the Vaalboss National
Park, which closed following successful land
claims in 2006. |
South African National Parks runs a variety of
overnight accommodation at the Mokala National Park. We recommend
two nights (giving you a full days in the
park).
Always book in advance (click on the map opposite to visit SANParks™
website).
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