Two million years ago, a meteorite struck the area between Koppies and Vredefort in the Free State, causing a 301 km2 crater. According to Unesco, the Vredefort dome is the oldest, largest and deepest complex meteorite impact structure in the world and of exceptional scientific value.
When in the area, it's a beautiful place to explore. From Parys, dirt roads wind south through the crater's western hills on both sides of the Vaal River.
We pitched camp at the Tava Lingwe Lodge, 27 km outside Vredefort on the R95. Our route took us through the village of Venterskroon to Parys, and then back along tarred road to Tava Lingwe.
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