Upington

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Upington is the largest city in South Africa|South Africa's Northern Cape|Northern Cape Province and a good starting point to the famous Augrabies Falls. The town is situated on the banks of the Orange River.

Travel as a Muslim to Upington

Trivia|Upington Airport boasts the longest runway on the African continent at 4900 meters.

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Upington

• Upington Airport IATA Code: UTN - GPS: -28.401111, 21.259722 is situated near the city - Upington Airport offers Flights to some major towns in South Africa.

By car

Take the N7 from Cape Town and join the N14 at Springbok to go to Upington. When coming from the Eastern Cape, take the N10 starting near Port Elizabeth. Travellers from the East of South Africa can go via the N14 from Johannesburg and the Gauteng|Gauteng province. When coming from Bloemfontein or Kimberley (South Africa)|Kimberley use the N12 and N1 westwards, until it crosses the N10.

Drivers from Namibia can follow a highway starting near the Fish River Canyon Park.

By Rail

There are no longer any scheduled passenger trains to or from Upington.

The train station is at the end of Morant Street, north of the cemetery.

How to get around in Upington

As with most of South Africa, it is best get about by hired car.

What to see in Upington

The city is not very spectacular, but a typical medium-sized country town.

• Camel and Rider statue | Schreuder Street, in front of the police station A statue in recognition of the way law enforcement in this vast dry area was done in the past; by camel mounted police.
• Donkey statue | Schreuder Street - Donkeys were often employed to pump water in this dry place. Donkeys were so important in this area that they were awarded a statue in recognition for all the work they did. Even today you will see many people still using donkey carts as their primary transportation.
• Kalahari Orange Museum | ☎ +27 54 332-6064 | Opening Hours: Monday to Friday 9AM Monday - 12:30PM and 2PM Monday - 5PM; Saturday 9AM Monday - noon Information and exhibitions detailing the history of the area.

• Date palm avenue -- At the entrance to Die Eiland has more than 200 palm trees lining its 1-km length
• The Hortentia Windmill
• Dutch reformed church
• Grave of Scotty Smith

What to Do

• Oranje River Wine Cellars Co-Operation | ☎ +27 54 337-8800 The biggest cooperative in South Africa and the second biggest in the world. Wine tasting can be arranged for you, however most of the grapes are not used for production, but exported to Europe as grapes and raisins.
• Spitskop nature reserve | - GPS: 13 kilometers north of the town on the R360 ☎ +27 54 332-1336 Around 40 kilometers of drivable gravel roads, 3 hiking trails a telescope on a hill for distant game viewing. Many mammals, no carnivores.

• Hunting
• Kalahari kuierfees

• Upington Directory | 81 Wildebeest GPS: - Find any business in Upington.
• Ultra Gas & Barbecue - Ultragas | 65 Schroder street Upington GPS: -28.4550, 21.2498 ☎ +27 54 331 0105 | Opening Hours: 8AM to 5PM - Upington and its surrounding areas are known for their avid carp and cat fishing. For the right gear and bait you need to visit this store. They also provide great advice and if you are lucky they might give you the hot current fishing spot locations.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Upington

It offers a number of shopping malls and stores.

Halal Restaurants in Upington

• Arabesque Coffee Shop | ☎ +27 54 331-3412 +27 54 331-3412 - Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Please book for groups.

• Sakkie se Arkie | - GPS: - The name literally translates to Sakkie's little ark (as in Noahs' Ark). A floating bar on the Orange River.

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Upington

Upington - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Upington, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Upington. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Upington and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Upington. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Upington. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inUpington: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Upington.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Upington: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Upington, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Upington.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Upington, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Upington, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Upington and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Upington, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Upington, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Upington without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Upington is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Upington.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Upington is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Upington, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Upington Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

• La Bohème | ☎ +27 54 338-0660 - From R500 per day. A five-star guesthouse a few minutes outside town. It is a good place to relax and let yourself get treated.

Explore more Halal friendly Destinations from Upington

• Visit the Augrabies Falls, around 125 kilometers to the west
• 240 kilometers to the north is the Kgalagadi Transfrontier Park (former Kalahari Gemsbok National Park)

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