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Located inside the Ai-Ais Richersveld transfrontier park, which is a treasure-chest containing some the world's richest desert flora and consist of miniature rock gardens, perfectly designed by nature, rugged kloofs, high mountains and dramatic landscapes where tiny succulents, mere pinpoints against a backdrop of surreal rock formations, revel in the moisture brought in by the early morning fog rolling in from the cold Atlantic Ocean.
Potjiespram lies next to the Gariep River a few kilometers from Sendelingsdrift, the mining town inside the park. There is a new pontoon operating from Sendelingsdrift to the Namibian side, which makes it very easy to get into Namibia.
On the way to Potjiespram one passes lots of mine dumps, which detracts from the beauty of the park, but luckily, it is also the end of these mine dumps and from Potjiespram one sees only the beautiful natural plants and vistas.
The camp consist of eighteen campsites serviced by three ablution blocks. It also features an Environmental Education Centre where school groups can stay over in traditional Nama huts.
The park is only accessible by means of a 4x4 vehicle, but vehicles with high clearances such as combi's and LDV's do travel in the park. Sedan vehicles are not permitted.
The Richtersveld climate is harsh and dry, with extreme temperatures of up to 53°C having been recorded in mid-summer. In summer,activity should be restricted to early mornings and late afternoons. Nights are cool, but may become chilly during winter. Heavy night time dew occurs in the park.
