What to do in Magliesburg and Surrounds

Here is a brief outline of the activities, from quiet to adventurous, to be found in the Magaliesburg. All are easy driving distance from The Farm House. If you wish to be added to this list, please send me an e-mail.

Join us for the most awesome and interesting adrenalin packed abseil and rock climbing (via ferrata) experience available in Gauteng and Northwest Province.
Families or groups of friends can escape to and experience places and sights which were previously reserved for ardent rock climbers.
Included are refreshments, gear and training by qualified instructors. Allow 5-6 hours. We also offer nature walks, knobkierie golf and a licensed tea garden.
Bookings essential.

Join us in the Magaliesberg mountains for Abseiling, Rock Climbing, Kloofing, River Rafting and Teambuilding. We provide gear, qualified guides and instruction, you provide the spirit for adventure. We offer Rock Climbing courses for beginners & the more advanced climber, Abseiling adventures, full day Kloofing, half day Rafting thrills and awesome Teambuilding experiences. Chill out afterwards, reflect on your achievements gaze at the Magaliesberg mountains, have a dip in the pool, snack in our restaurant or indulge at our pub. Visit our website for more info or to book.

Why ride close to town, next to busy roads, when you can join us on a safe and relaxing trail ride in the peaceful countryside with beautiful mountain scenery and lovely bush trails. Rides going out every day on calm, well trained horses that will not run away with you.
Beginners, children, families and experienced riders all welcome. Champagne Picnic Trail Rides to the Magalies River,ideal for those special occasions.
Situated in Hekpoort. Only 25 min from Krugersdorp and 1hr from Sandton or Pretoria.
GPS Co-Ords= S25'51.383 - E27'37.002

Nestled in the Magaliesberg Mountains, 1 hour from Johannesburg and Pretoria, 4 km from the Hartbeespoort Dam. Malaria-free area. The Sanctuary lies in natural indigenous and is home to various buck and species of mammals and a very visible family of meerkats
What The Elephant Sanctuary is about:
The Elephant Sanctuary offers an exciting, fully comprehensive elephant experience. We offer an exclusive, ‘hands-on', educationally oriented experience with 4 African ElephantsWalk, touch, feel, brush down and feed the Elephants  

Step back in time and visit one of the oldest goldmines that is still functional!

Open 6 days a week, Closed Tuesdays. Guided tours and a variety of cheeses for sale. Lunches available.

An adrenaline pumping adventure experience! All ages from 7-75. The slide has 7 exhiliarating slides, the longest being 240m. Package includes lunch and refreshments.

Barton's Folly restaurant and children's party venue, for conferences, weddings, Christmas parties and intimate occasions. The Restaurant can be exclusively booked as a venue and closed to the public. The children's party venue is a separate enclosed area with it's own kitchen and full amenities and is under constant adult supervision.

Closed Mon&Tue. A magical experience awaits, discover a creative goblin and fairy world.
Wonderful cuisine and selected wines.

Monate Sitruskelder - Hartbeespoort Dam
One of the four citrus citrus cellars in the country, and the only one to make orange,minneola and naartjie wine.
012 258 0712

Oasis Tanning Company - Near Tarlton
Tanners of ostrich,zebra and all game skins. Manufacturers of leather goods, furnishings and artworks. Showroom at the factory.
011 416 2270

Maropeng Centre - Cradle of Humankind
Offical visitor centre for the Cradle of Humankind, a world class underground attraction, taking you on a journey of discovery! Restaurant and bar.
014 5779000

Sterkfontein Caves - Cradle of Humankind
Famous for fossil discoveries. Boasts restaurant, hominoid exhibition and a wooden walkway to the area where Mrs Ples was discovered!
011 688 3200

Microlight Flights
Scenic flights in a microlight aircraft around the majestic Magaliesberg mountains and Hekpoort Valley.
Flights range from 30 min to 1 hour over beautiful country, including Castle Gorge, Old Anglo Boer war sites, a flight through the Hekpoort Valley to Hartbeespoort Dam...and more!
Passengers from the young to not so young, birthdays, anniversaries, engagements with picnics and all special occasions, we will design an event to suit you!

Sue: 082 567 7489
Mike: 072 533 3122

Hot Air Ballooning - Magaliesburg and Hartbeespoort Dam
Take to the skies early in the morning and enjoy a different view of the Magaliesberg moutains and surrounds. Booking essential.
014 5770060 - 078 378 4885

Golf Courses
Brits - 012 250 2522
Krugersdorp - 011 660 4365
Mooi Nooi - 014 574 4111
Rustenburg - 014 597 1814
Hunters Rest Hotel - 014 537 8300
Magalies Park - 012 207 9000
PecanWood - 012 244 8080
Sun City Golf - 014 557 1245/6

Come and visit us and Have Fun!