Northern Cape, Colesberg, Orange River
River Destiny Lodge sits on the Orange River between Gariep Dam and Colesberg. Stay in en-suite rooms or camp on the bank and fish yellowfish, carp and barbel.
The lodge is on the Orange River near Norvalspont. Yellowfish, carp and barbel are common in this stretch. Bank angling works from the lodge grounds. Fly fishing and canoeing are listed as activities. Confirm the rules with the venue before you fish.
River Destiny Lodge is on the R58 about 34 km north of Colesberg and 15 km from Gariep Dam. It is a common N1 stopover between Johannesburg and the Cape. En-suite bedrooms look over the river or sit close to the bank. Each room has a fridge, kettle and ceiling fan. Bed linen and towels are supplied. Caravan and camping sites have electricity points and clean ablution blocks. The lodge has a restaurant for breakfast, light meals and dinner. A kiosk covers basic supplies. There is a swimming pool, playground and lawn areas. Canoeing, hiking and bird watching are on site. Gariep Dam wall and Norvalspont Concentration Camp are nearby. Room and camping prices are not published on the lodge website. Confirm the price with the venue before you book. Last updated at: 17 September 2026.
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Gariep Dam Nature Reserve
Gariep Dam Nature Reserve is a DESTEA provincial reserve on the shores of Gariep Dam near Colesberg. Camp on the bank, fish carp and yellowfish, and watch game on the Karoo veld.
