After diamonds were discovered along the west coast in 1925, Alexander Bay was known for its mining activities. The resulting ‘diamond rush’ led to the Diamond Coast rebellion of 1928.
At the mouth of the Orange River, the town is no longer a high-security area and no permits are needed. The town takes its name from Sir James Alexander, who shipped the Richtersveld copper ore he mined in barges down the Orange River for export from this bay. |
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The Museum
Tel 027 831 1330 |
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Alluvial Diamond Mine and Museum Tours
ALEXKOR Ltd conducts tours on Thursdays at 08h00. Booking is essential. Tel 027 831 1330.Lichen-Field
With 26 species, the world’s largest, desert lichen-field lies atop a hill east of the town.Nama Culture
To be experienced at the four communities of the Richtersveld, namely Eksteenfontein, Sanddrift, situated on the banks of the mighty !Garib (Orange River) offering good angling opportunities; Kuboes and Lekkersing.Orange River Estuary
A RAMSAR-site, renowned for its prolific birdlife. |
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Featured Accommodation
| 1. |  | | |Ai|Ais/Richtersveld Transfrontier Park | | | Tel:027 831 1506 | | Guest Houses and Farms, B&B, Alexander Bay | |
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| 2. |  | | Alexander Bay Guesthouses | | Tel:+27 27831 1855
Cell: +27 73599 9147
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| 3. |  | | Brandkaros Camping Site | | | Tel:+27 27 8311 364
Cell: +27 7699 53010 | | Caravanning and Camping, Alexander Bay | |
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  | Port Nolloth | Location: 84km, SE
Established as a small-vessel harbour and railway junction in 1854 for... read more |
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