Upington boasts a marvellous oasis: the fertile and lush Orange River Valley that runs through it. This shimmering valley provides a green ribbon through the harsh landscapes, bringing life-giving water from the distant highlands of Lesotho. Even though the landscapes in the area are very arid, the soil is still very fertile and crops such as fruit are grown in irrigated fields. The area is best known for its export-quality grapes, raisins, and wines, which are cultivated on the rich floodplains of the Orange River. It is the closest large centre to the Augrabies Falls, which is arguably the king of South African waterfalls. As the commercial and educational centre of the Green Kalahari, Upington is much larger than any of the surrounding villages. The town is linked by air, rail, and road to most parts of the country. Upington is a convenient stopover for those travelling on the Kalahari-Namaqua-Namibia (Namakwari) Route to and from Johannesburg and Cape Town. The town has excellent accommodation facilities, restaurants, and shops.

* Orange River * Spitskop Nature Reserve * Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park * Kalahari Kuierfees * Augrabies Falls