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Boesmansgat Cave
February 28 2022

Boesmansgat (Bushman’s Hole), South Africa

Caves, South Africa

Once upon a time, Boesmansgat was known as “Bushman’s Hole” and was the biggest open-air gat (cave entrance) discovered so far.

However, though Boesmansgat looks like an ordinary cave that you can visit on a tour, it’s actually something much more mysterious and dangerous than that…

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Several Boesmansgat tours take place in the area every day. 

These Boesmansgat tours will take you to incredible depths of Boesmansgat, where it is possible to snorkel in water up to three million years old!

People can go diving in Boesmansgat too, but this is somewhat dangerous because Boesmansgat is very deep.

People have disappeared in Boesmansgat before, and their bodies were never recovered.

The levels in Boesmansgat can change quickly because Boesmansgat has its own natural automatic pumps that drain the water when the Boesmansgat cave system drops to a certain level. 

These Boesmansgat pumps are so strong that Boesmansgat can drain itself in minutes if Boesmansgat’s water level drops!

Boesmansgat is also very cold, with temperatures usually dropping to about five degrees Celsius.

This Boesmansgat temperature makes Boesmansgat the ideal hiding place for all kinds of dangerous creatures like Boesmansgat’s famous Boesmansgat piranhas.

There are many Boesmansgat fish living in Boesmansgat too, and they usually eat Boesmansgat visitors who stay in the water for too long!

Boesmansgat is also home to Boesmansgat eels and Boesmansgat crabs, and Boesmansgat can be a very dark place indeed. Boesmansgat’s Boesmansgat explorers usually take Boesmansgat torches to Boesmansgat with them, because Boesmansgat is one of the darkest places in the world!

Frequently Asked Questions About Boesmansgat Cave

Is the Boesmansgat cave accessible? 

The Boesmansgat cave is located in South Africa and is accessible to the public. Tours are available, but be sure to check ahead for availability, as tours fill up quickly. The cave is a popular tourist destination because it offers visitors a unique opportunity to explore an underground world that has been largely untouched by humans. The cave’s dark, damp atmosphere creates an eerie feeling and makes for a truly unforgettable experience.

What is your favorite thing about Boesmansgat?

There are so many things I love about Boesmansgat, but if I had to choose just one, it would be the amazing sense of peace and tranquility I feel when I’m there. It’s like a breath of fresh air to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of everyday life and reconnect with nature. The scenery is simply beautiful, and it’s a wonderful place to relax and reflect on life. Thanks for giving me the opportunity to share my favorite thing about Boesmansgat!

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