Dinorben is a farm located in the Eastern Cape Highlands region. Dinorben offers one of the most easily accessible rock art sites in the Eastern Cape. The estimated terrain elevation above sea level is 1 942 metres. The 38m-long site is easy to access from the road that runs between Barkly East and Elliot. It is just above the notorious Barkly Pass, which is often covered in ice or snow in winter and susceptible to rain and mist in summer.
Usually, one would have to hike across steep and rough terrain for some hours before getting to see a site of this size and quality. Paintings that are mostly very clear are distributed through a good part of this shelter. In particular, the shelter wall is covered with innumerable tiny white flecks. At other sites, such flecks are often painted around fight scenes. They are thought to be a depiction of the supernatural potency that San people believe can be used in fighting. Visiting this historic site is sure to not disappoint. Dinorben offers the following:
- Guided tour of the paintings and the area where the last San in the area lived.
- Guided “Walking with the San” 5km or 10km hike.
- Event space for weddings and other events
It is essential to book in advance, please contact: Gareth Small on +27 (0)82 922 5148 l dinorbensanrockart@gmail.com. Facebook: Denorbin San Rock Art & Wedding Venue
