The Valley of Desolation is situated just outside the town of Graaff Reinet. It can be found in the Camdeboo National Park which provides the visitor with insights into the unique landscape and ecosystem of the Karoo, not to mention awesome scenic beauty. The Karoo was formed hundreds of millions of years ago and in some places, dolerite form jointed pillars. The best examples of which are found in the Valley of Desolation where erosion of the softer sedimentary beds has left dolerite pillars which rise to heights of 90 – 120 metres. There is nothing like standing at the top of the Valley of Desolation at sunset.Valley of Desolation
The Valley of Desolation is situated just outside the town of Graaff Reinet. It can be found in the Camdeboo National Park which provides the visitor with insights into the unique landscape and ecosystem of the Karoo, not to mention awesome scenic beauty. The Karoo was formed hundreds of millions of years ago and in some places, dolerite form jointed pillars. The best examples of which are found in the Valley of Desolation where erosion of the softer sedimentary beds has left dolerite pillars which rise to heights of 90 – 120 metres. There is nothing like standing at the top of the Valley of Desolation at sunset.
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Firefly the Travel Guy 
Have been away and had to catch up – the last two weeks you posted some truly beautiful photos. With your commentaries you bring your area alive and it’s like taking a tour. Very enjoyable!
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This is a truely beautiful part of the karoo.
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Wow! Valley of Desolation is just amazing!
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the karoo is amazing area!
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What a brilliant little town!
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Stunning series of images, thanks.
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What amazing photo's – when do you get to go out and take them – I alway follow you on twitter and you cooking, cleaning, playing with kids…you lead such a busy life if you can still get out.
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Wow Jonker, this place is amazing. Love the geological look. I'm going to have to add Camdeboo NP to ever growing list. I'll need more than a month to see it all.Great post and captures.
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What an amazing set of photos….wish I was there to hike and shoot with you.
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This is terrific Jonker. Somehow I do not remember being their although I have been to the area many times. I must remember it for the next time.
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Great scenery! No wonder your sunset photo was excellent!
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Wow!
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