Explore the Magical Cango Caves with First Car Rental

South Africa (I-Newswire) October 29, 2010 - Local residents and overseas travellers who are looking for the best Car Hire South Africa service to explore the Cango Caves will definitely not have to look further now that you have found First Car Rental.

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In South Africa’s Klein Karoo, just nine kilometres from Oudtshoorn in the picturesque Cango Valley lies a limestone ridge. Over millions of years, this limestone has been shaped by the movement of rainfall to form what are known as dripstone caverns – the Cango Caves. These towering rock formations are a fascinating mixture of colours and make up what has been described as an underground wonderland near the Swartberg Mountains. Etched in geographical history, the Cango Caves are a mind-blowing natural phenomenon.

The Cango Caves are a must-see for those who are travelling along the Garden Route in the Western Cape or those who are on their way to Cape Town as they are only located 90kms from George Airport.

Hire a car from First Car Rental and embark on a trip to explore the magic of the Cango Caves!

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Learn About the Cango Caves History on a Tour

When you visit the Cango Caves, you’ll have the choice to embark on a scenic, standard or adventure tour. The present tour route extends 1.2km into the cave and these tours depart at different times. Over time and with the efforts of conservationists, visitors are able to enjoy a truly spectacular experience in the caves which have been illuminated to ensure the intricate and beautiful colours and textures and shapes are visible, even deep within the cavities.

Trained guides lead the tours and will gladly impart their knowledge on the history of the Cango Caves as you wind your way through the natural chambers filled with stalagmites and stalactites. Some of these structures have been estimated to have been around for over 150 000 years and the formations have been given apt names to describe their likeness to everyday objects, including; The Petrified Weeping Willow Tree, The Throne Room and the Devil’s Chimney.

Some things to keep in mind

Be sure to wear your comfy walking shoes and a light jacket – the caves have a constant temperature of around 18 degrees Celsius. If you’re bringing the kiddies, there is also a crèche for them to be kept entertained while you do the tour of your choice.

Bring your camera along to snap some of the most beautiful photos you’ll ever take but to ensure the preservation of these natural structures – visitors may not touch or climb on the formations.

Although you aren’t allowed to smoke or take food or drinks inside the caves, you can get snacks at the self-service restaurant. There’re also kennels as well as a shaded car park and curio shop to peruse and find special mementos to take home.

You could even extend your stay in the Oudtshoorn area as there are several Cango Caves accommodation offerings. Visiting the Cango Caves is a fantastic activity to enjoy with both friends and family and with ticket prices starting from only R40 (per adult) and R25 (per child) it really is an affordable and rewarding experience!

Book your Cango Caves accommodation and car hire today.

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About First Car Rental:
Multi-award-winning car hire agency, First Car Rental, boasts more than 6 000 vehicles in use in South Africa and has over 43 car rental branches nationwide, including branches at all major South African airports, business and tourist destinations. Worldwide, First Car Rental offers bookability access to 17000 locations in 125 countries. The First Car Rental fleet ranges from no-frills models to top-of-the-range luxury cars and you can book car rentals online.

Company Contact Information
First Car Rental
Melissa Storey
106 Pomona Road
Kempton Park, Johannesburg
2000
Phone : 08611STCAR