Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden

Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden Home to South Africa’s succulent plant diversity This truly unique garden lies at the foot of the Hexriver Mountain range in Worcester.

The garden displays plants from the arid and semi-arid regions of southern Africa.

06/06/2026
05/06/2026

World Environment Day reminds us: There is no Planet B. Small actions today can lead to a big, lasting impact.

Climate change is no longer a future concern, it is happening now, and every choice we make matters. From reducing waste to protecting biodiversity, everyday actions can help build a more sustainable future.

As the South African National Biodiversity Institute, we invite you to take action for nature and join us in protecting our planet.

Read more on climate change action: https://www.sanbi.org/news/new-climate-change-fact-sheets-turning-science-into-action/

05/06/2026

🌿 Take a midweek pause at Karoo Proviant.

Whether you're joining us for breakfast, a leisurely lunch, coffee and cake, or simply a moment of peace in the garden, our doors are open and the coffee is brewing.

Good food. Warm hospitality. Beautiful surroundings.

📍 108 Roux Road, Panorama, Worcester
(Inside the Karoo Desert National Botanical Garden)

📞 067 365 9610

Open Tuesday – Sunday
⏰ 08:00 – 17:00
(Kitchen closes at 16:00)

We look forward to welcoming you.

29/05/2026
🐝Happy World Bee Day!🐝Today, we celebrate these tiny heroes and the special connection we have with them. Bees are strug...
20/05/2026

🐝Happy World Bee Day!🐝
Today, we celebrate these tiny heroes and the special connection we have with them. Bees are struggling due to habitat loss, pesticide use and climate change. Every small action you take or flower planted, matters.

11/05/2026

The garden will be closed for the rest of the day due to the current weather conditions.

What a successful Career Expo! A big thank you to all the schools, educators, learners, exhibitors and partners who atte...
24/04/2026

What a successful Career Expo! A big thank you to all the schools, educators, learners, exhibitors and partners who attended and made the day possible. Your support helped create valuable opportunities for learners to explore their future careers. We appreciate everyone who played a part in making the event a success.

https://www.sanbi.org/job/greening-programme-western-cape-skilled/
22/04/2026

https://www.sanbi.org/job/greening-programme-western-cape-skilled/

Fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027 An opportunity is available for skilled participants to participate in a short-term programme focusing on garden maintenance and environmental support. The programme is implemented by South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). The successful candi...

https://www.sanbi.org/job/greening-programme-western-cape-supervisors/
22/04/2026

https://www.sanbi.org/job/greening-programme-western-cape-supervisors/

Fixed-term contract ending 31 March 2027 An opportunity is available for supervisor participants to participate in a short-term programme focusing on garden maintenance and environmental support. The programme is implemented by South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI). The successful ca...

Address

108 Roux Road
Worcester
6850

Opening Hours

Monday 07:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 07:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 07:00 - 18:00
Thursday 07:00 - 18:00
Friday 07:00 - 18:00
Saturday 07:00 - 18:00
Sunday 07:00 - 18:00

Telephone

+27(0)23 347 0785

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