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You are warmly invited to visit Highgate Ostrich Show Farm, the world’s first, oldest, and finest Ostrich Show Farm, established in 1938. Situated in the heart of the Klein Karoo, just outside Oudtshoorn, Highgate offers an unforgettable experience where visitors can immerse themselves in the fascinating world of ostrich farming while enjoying warm country hospitality.

Experience

Highgate Ostrich Show Farm provides an authentic Klein Karoo experience, offering engaging and educational farm tours for all ages. Expert guides lead interactive tours where guests can meet ostriches face to face, feed them by hand, and learn about their unique attributes. The farm is home to different ostrich species, including the Kenya Red, Zimbabwe Blue, and South African Black Ostriches. The breeding pairs’ nests and incubators offer further insight into the fascinating life cycle of these magnificent birds.

Enjoy

A visit to Highgate Ostrich Show Farm is not complete without a meal at The Pepper Tree Restaurant. Guests can indulge in fresh, locally inspired cuisine, including ostrich fillet and traditional dishes, all served in the tranquil setting of the farm’s historic homestead. Outdoor seating beneath the shade of an ancient Peruvian Pepper Tree enhances the dining experience. Special dietary requirements can be catered for with prior notice.

Visitors can also explore the farm’s showroom, which showcases a stunning selection of handcrafted ostrich leather products, including fashion accessories, home décor, and traditional crafts created by skilled local artisans.

Highgate offers a variety of immersive ostrich farm tours that delight and educate visitors. Each tour includes two parts: the main yard, where guests can interact with ostriches, explore the incubators, and learn about ostrich anatomy, and the farmlands, where breeding pairs and nesting areas can be observed.

Tour Options:

Traditional Ostrich Farm Tour – A fun and informative tour for the whole family, including hands-on experiences with ostriches and insights into ostrich farming.

Traditional Ostrich Tour & Classic Meal – This package includes a guided tour followed by a generous three-course meal featuring ostrich delicacies.

Traditional Ostrich Tour & Premier Meal – A premium experience combining the farm tour with an indulgent three-course meal, featuring specialty ostrich dishes and a decadent dessert.

Highgate Ostrich Show Farm offers a truly unique opportunity to connect with nature, learn about one of the world’s most remarkable birds, and experience the warmth of Klein Karoo hospitality. Whether visiting for an educational adventure, a delicious meal, or to shop for locally made ostrich products, Highgate promises a memorable experience in the heart of Oudtshoorn.