The Cango Caves near Oudtshoorn reopened on 11 July after the R328 road was cleared. The Western Cape Department of Infrastructure removed more than 7 000 tons of debris from rockfalls that closed the route since 9 May.
Oudtshoorn Municipality spokesperson Candice Biscombe confirmed the reopening of South Africa’s oldest tourist attraction.
Biscombe stated: “Due to the recent lifting of the R328 road closure, Oudtshoorn Municipality is delighted to announce the official reopening of SA’s oldest tourist attraction, the Cango Caves, on Saturday 11 July.”
The municipality thanked the public for patience during the closure period.