Set in an oasis, it offers a welcome round of golf at the feral animal camp. After diamonds were discovered along the West Coast in 1925, Alexander Bay was known for its mining activities. At the mouth of the Orange River, the town is no longer a high-security area and no permits are needed. The town takes its name from Sir James Alexander, who shipped copper ore he mined at Kodas in the Richtersveld in barges down the Orange River for export from this bay. LTD conducts tours on Thursdays at 08h00.
Booking is essential.
Diamond Mine Tours Bookings for mine tours must be made. Concordia Concordia is situated 22km north-east of Springbok. This rare rock type was previously only found in Scandinavia. United Reformed Church Worth a visit. In 1845, Garies sprang up on land given to the Dutch Reformed Church by the owner of the farm Goedeverwagting.