Explore Jan Kempdorp
A quaint town in the Northern Cape, Jan Kempdorp is a gateway to South Africa’s agricultural heartland. Located along the N18, it offers visitors a serene escape into the countryside, with its roots deeply tied to the Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme, a remarkable feat of engineering that sustains the region’s fertile farmlands.
The town’s peaceful ambiance and surrounding landscapes make it a charming stop for travelers exploring the area. Whether passing through or seeking a tranquil retreat, Jan Kempdorp provides a glimpse of rural South African life, complemented by warm hospitality and scenic agricultural vistas.
Book a weekend at the Border Post Hotel and explore the area (see below). There is so much to see and do for the whole family.
In Jan Kempdorp
Pecan Nut Farm
Vaalharts Irrigation
From Above
On the farm
- The Vaalharts Museum
- Vaalharts Irrigation Scheme
- Jan Kemp Golf Club
- Taung Heritage Route
- Andalusia Internment Camp
- Olives South Africa Gift Shop
- Various fishing spots along the Vaal and Hartsriver, also Spitskop dam and Warrenton Weir
- The Border Hotel is located only 100km from Kimberly
- Enjoy the scenic cycling route through our own pecan grove
- Excellent and affordable car wash on premises
