Attractions in the
Western Suburbs
Krugersdorp Game Reserve
The habitat is mainly grassveld
with small dams and reed beds at
the northern-most end. The vast
areas of open grassland in the reserve
provide the visitor the opportunity
to observe many of the grassland
species of Gauteng.
Krugersdorp, 011 665 4342
www.mogalecity.gov.za
Krugersdorp Museum
The Krugersdorp Museum was established
in July 1993 and is housed in the
Old Magistrate's Court, one of the
town's oldest buildings. The cornerstone
was laid on 18 September 1890 by
President Paul Kruger of the former
'Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek'.The
Museum officially opened it's doors
to the public on 10 January 1995.It's
Exhibitions are based on the following
themes :The history and cultures
of Krugersdorp. Archaeology which
emphasises the famous Sterkfontein
Caves and other Palaeontological
sites in the area, the role of mining
in the establishment and development
of the town. The geology and geography
of the Witwatersrand in the Krugersdorp
area. The Mmabana Children's Museum
forms an integral part of the Krugersdorp
Museum. The words 'Mmabana' means
'Mother of children' and implies
that the children's Museum focus
on teaching children their cultural
values through playing, like a mother
teaching her child.
Maropeng
This is the gateway to the world
heritage sites found here. Visitors
walk through the market place and
up to the Tumulus building, which
is designed to look like an ancient
burial mound from the front, however
upon exiting, the visitor looks
back at a very modern structure.
The architecture is symbolic of
the journey through the evolution
of life which is told within the
underground visitor attraction.
The journey begins on an underground
lake, through elemental forces,
emerging at the beginning of the
world and continuing through an
interactive and an educational experience
highlighting the history of the
world and humankind.
Gateway to the cradle of humankind,
014 577 9000
www.maropeng.co.za
Sterkfontein Caves
World famous fossils finds include
Mrs. Ples, the Taung child and Little
foot.Homid exhibition, family restaurant,
night and scientific tours.
Heart of the Cradle of Human World
Heritage Site, 011 668 3200
www.sterkfontein-caves.co.za
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve
The Rhino Nature Reserve is a privately
owned game reserve situated in the
"Cradle of Humankind",
a declared World Heritage Site.
The reserve covers an area of approximately
1000 ha. Good gravel roads traverse
the area and take visitors to excellent
vantage points from where one can
look down on the picturesque Kromdraai
valley. This renowned reserve is
considered a member of the Johannesburg's
Big Five Tourist Destinations and
has been nationally praised for
their continued effort and subsequent
success in various breeding programmes
such as breeding white rhinos, Bengal
tigers and white lions to name but
a few. On a typical game drive the
visitor should be able to view more
than 20 different species of game
including white rhino, buffalo,
giraffe, hippo and lion. Open daily
from 8h00 - 17h00. Pre-booking for
game drives and overnight accommodation
is essential but luxurious facilities
are available for day-visitors.
Kromdraai, Muldersdrift, (011)9570109/6
www.rhinolion.co.za
Ngwenya Glass Village
This is a glass wonderland where
you can watch the art of glass blowing
at work and buy handmade recycled
glassware. There are shops to browse
around and visit the restaurant,
Zest.
Shady lane, off Diepsloot R114,
Muldersdrift, (011) 957 3180
www.shadesofngwenya.co.za
Walter Sisulu National
Botanical Garden
Against the backdrop of the magnificent
Witpoortjie Waterfall, this Garden
covers almost 300ha of landscape
and natural veld areas, consisting
of mosaic of grassland and savanna,
with dense bush in kloofs and along
streams. The variety of habitats
accommodates over 600 naturally
occurring plant species. A breeding
pair of majestic Verreaux’s Eagles
nest on the cliffs alongside the
waterfall, and the garden is home
to 220 bird species and a number
of reptile and a small mammal, including
small antelope and jackal.
Malcolm Road, Poortview, Roodepoort,
(011)958 1752
www.sanbi.org/sisulu
Hillfox Market
Home to 250 traders, the Hillfox
Market has a reputation for great
bargains, with top brands selling
for up to 50% less than normal retail
prices.
Hillfox Power Centre, Hendrik Potgieter
Rd, Weltervreden Park, (011) 442
4488
www.craft.co.za
Aloe Ridge Nature Game
Reserve
Situated in the Swartkop hills of
the Cradle of Humankind - Open landrover
viewing. There is a restaurant on
premises and accommodation available.
011 957 2070
www.aloeridgehotel.com
The Crocodile Ramble in the Cradle
of Humankind & the Ramble around
the Hartbeespoort Dam
A mere 45 minutes drive from Johannesburg
International Airport, this unique
area was declared a World Heritage
Site in 1999.The Crocodile Ramble
includes attractions in the Cradle
of Humankind and includes Sterkfontein,
Muldersdrift, Honeydew, Ruuimsig,
Lanseria, Magaliesburg and the Hartbeespoort
Dam. This area is the ideal location
for conferences and vacations, offering
a diverse mix of products, including
hotels, game farms and
lodges, artists and crafters, as
well as adventure activities.
Crocodile Ramble Information Centre,
Muldersdrift, Tel: 014 577 9323
Email:info@theramble.co.za
www.theramble.co.za
Airtrack - Flying Pictures
Marty De Kock has run Airtrack Adventures
for more than 12 years, flying over
45 000 happy passengers. We conduct
sunrise flights daily over The Cradle
and travel throughout South Africa
entertaining corporate groups at
a number of different venues. Game
viewing by balloon is our speciality.
Cell: 082 451 6731/082 990 6924
E-mail flypixsa@iafrica.com
www.flyingpictures.co.za
Heia Safari Ranch
Zebra and Giraffe wander around
the hotel grounds. Accommodation
in thatched bungalows, all with
two bedrooms & verandah, satellite
TV & M-Net. Guided game drives
are conducted in open land-rovers.
Sunday Barbeque Buffet Mzumba Tribal
Dance Conferencing, Functions &
Weddings, Authentic Zulu Village,
Enquire about paddle boats &
canoeing. Children welcome.
Open: Open daily
Tel: (011) 919 5000 Fax: (011) 659
0709
E-mail heia@netactive.co.za
www.heia-safari.co.za
Lesedi Cultural Village
Lesedi is a charming, authentic
and earthy African experience in
the heart of the bush, only 25 mins
from Pretoria or Johannesburg; you
will find a cultural village with
exciting traditional dance display,
craft market, pub, restaurant, function
venue, conference centre and overnight
accommodation in African theme guest
suites.
Open: Daily 7.30 - 19.30
Tel: (012) 205 1394/5 Fax: 268 1433
E-mail enquiries@lesedi.com
www.lesedi.com
Old Kromdraai Goldmine
One of the first goldmines on the
Witwatersrand, dating back to 1881.
Guided tours on the hour. Last tour
16.00. Tuesday - Friday by appointment
only. Special rates for large groups
and schools.
Open: Weekends & public holidays
9.00 - 17.00
Cell: 073 147 8417
Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve
This prime game reserve boasts with
lion, cheetah, rhino, tiger, hippo,
wild dogs and more than 20 other
species, totalling over 600 head
of game. Restaurant, picnic area
with barbeque 'braai' facilities,
swimming pool and Croc pub overlooking
a crocodile pool. Three tastefully
equipped self catering chalets with
pool & upmarket safari camp.
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays (a)
Feeding lion cheetah & wild
dog. (b) Live snake displays. (c)
Animal creche with lion, cheetah,
tiger & leopard cubs
Tel: (011) 957 0044/24 Fax: (011)
957 0169
E-mail hippo@global.co.za
www.rhinolion.co.za
The Cradle Restaurant
3000 hectare Nature Reserve incorporates
The Cradle Restaurant & Forest
Camp. Open Tuesday - Saturday for
a A la carte and a three-course
Sunday lunch. We offer catered picnics,
boma and cellar functions, conferences,
weddings, game drives, and guided
walks. Accommodation is self-catering.
Tel: (011) 659 1622 Fax: (011) 701
3206
E-mail enquiries@thecradle.co.za
www.thecradle.co.za
The Ring Oxwagon Lodge
Your hosts Mark, Flip and Suzie
invite you to a living museum. Unique
accommodation in beautifully restored
oxwagons. A Private Hideaway for
Nature Lovers, Bush Indabas and
Conference Facilities. Weddings
and Function Venue. Splash / Dip
Pool. Rucksack Inn. Nature Trail
and Nature Museum.
Tel: (012) 259 1506/259 0200 Fax:
086 610 5113
E-mail info@TheRing.co.za
www.thering.co.za
Wonder Cave
"Most nicely decorated cave
in South Africa". A natural
wonder 2 200 million years old,
cave pearls, formations of up to
15m, rim stone pools, picnic area,
kiosk, curio shop, stalictites &
stalagmites, abseiling by booking
only. Entry by lift - no crawling
necessary. Traditional bush Pub/Pizzeria
opening early 2004.
Tel: (011) 957 0106/9/0006 Fax:
(011) 957 0019
E-mail trs@iafrica.com
www.wondercave.co.za
AirtrackFlyingPictures
Marty De Kock has run Airtrack Adventures
for more than 12 years, flying over
45 000 happy passengers. We conduct
sunrise flights daily over The Cradle
and travel throughout South Africa
entertaining corporate groups at
a number of different venues. Game
viewing by balloon is our speciality.
Cell: 0824516731/0829906924
E-mail flypixsa@iafrica.com
www.flyingpictures.co.za
Air Ventures
Come and experience a spectacular
South African sunrise, occasionally
skimming treetops or simply drifting
peacefully across the skies. Hot
air ballooning is a must for everyone,
from the daring adventurer through
to the romantic connoisseur.
Revel in miles and miles of Africa
as you float upwards in this majestic
craft, enjoyed by enthusiasts across
the world.
AirVentures is a licensed non-scheduled
air transport service.
Open:Tel: +27 11 793 5782 Facsimile:
+27 86 510 3844
Cell: +27 83 356 2435
Web: www.air-ventures.co.za
Email: info@air-ventures.co.za
Bill Harrop's "Original"
Balloon Safaris
Sip champagne as you drift silently
in a hot air balloon over the scenic
Magalies River Valley near Hartbeespoort
Dam. An unforgettable experience
for individuals and corporate groups.
Consider dinner and overnight at
one of our top-class "Select
Ballooning Lodges" the night
prior to flying.
Tel: (011) 705 3201 /2 Fax: (011)
705 3203 Cell: 083 379 5296
E-mail crocmap@balloon.co.za URL
www.balloon.co.za
Bullen's Bush Lodge
Situated at the foot of
the Magalies, Bullen's Bush Lodge
offers chalets & a tented camp,
sleeps 2 or 4. Self-catering or
meals in our boma, pub or Restaurant-area.
Outdoor entertainment area &
splash pool. We're close to all
activities in the area and can arrange
hiking, golf, fishing, paintball,
etc. We also cater for Batchelor
parties & functions. Qualified
medic on premises.
Tel: (012) 258 0205 Fax: (012) 258
0205
E-mail bullenbush@mweb.co.za
Croc City Crocodile Farm
Come and see some of the biggest
crocodiles in South Africa! You
are given the chance to HOLD a croc
hatchling, pythons and other fascinating
reptiles. The tea garden offers
delicious refreshments and in the
curio shop you will find a wide
variety of souvenirs and vacuum
packed crocodile meat.
Cell: 083 657 7561 or 083 321 1016
Fax: 086 672 6719
E-mail info@croccity.co.za URL www.croccity.co.za
Dirt Ryder Adventure Park
Come and join us for a fun filled
day with adventure!!! Take off the
shoes, relax, enjoy, have a braai
and rewind mind & soul... Go-Karts,
Paint Ball, Kids Play Centre, Swimming
Pools, Pony Rides, Volley Ball.
Available for teambuilding, parties
etc.
Cell: 082 458 3634 or 071 677 8673
E-mail adventure@dirtryders.co.za
URL www.dirtryders.co.za
Elephant Sanctuary
Nestled in unspoiled bush and home
to 6 African Elephants - each with
their own character. Sleep next
to the Elephants in our exclusive
10 bed lodge and ride an Elephant
into the mountain on the morning
walk. Enquire about our different
programmes to walk with, touch and
feed the magnificent African Elephant.
This is a unique venue for corporate
groups, conferencing and teambuilding.
Tel: (012) 258 0423 Fax: (012) 258
0329 Cell: 083 306 3770
E-mail elephantsanctuary@mweb.co.za
URL www.elephantsanctuary@co.za
Glenburn Lodge
Only 30 minutes from Johannesburg
& Pretoria, at the foot of the
Zwartkops Mountains lies Glenburn
Lodge. 100 room hotel with accommodation
options ranging from family chalets,
to hotel rooms and exquisite garden
suites. Conference and wedding facilities
available. Plenty of recreational
facilities including putt-putt,
mountain hiking, river fishing.
2 Chapels, wine cellar, live music
and big screen facilities. Great
Sunday lunch buffets and Hot Air
Ballooning.
Tel: (011) 668 1600 Fax: (011) 668
1620
E-mail glenburn@glenburn.co.za URL
www.glenburn.co.za
GoVertical Mountaineering
Adventures & Backpackers Lodge
ADVENTURES
Kloofing , Abseiling
Team Building , Rock Climbing
Mountaineering
BACKPACKERS
Pub, Gift Shop
Restaurant , Hiking Trails
Tel: 082 731 4696
email: info@govertical.co.za
Adventure: www.govertical.co.za
Accommodation: www.goverticalbackpackers.co.za
InTheGorge Adventures
Set in the majestic Hekpoort valley,
"InTheGorge" is a must
see, must do kind of place.We have
the following facilities available
- quad track, 4x4 obstacle course,
paintball, swimming pool and braai
facilities. We also do catering
and planning for special events.Join
us for a fun filled day of endless
adventure, as we whisk you away
from the daily hustle and bustle.
Cell: Walter Coulson 076 156 7492
E-mail info@inthegorge.co.za URL
www.inthegorge.co.za
Harties Houseboat Cruises
A houseboat charter on
the Hartbeespoort Dam is a unique
experience. It's the perfect romantic
getaway for a couple, tremendous
for a family holiday, idyllic for
honeymooners, outstanding for fishermen
and birders, great for groups and
fantastic for friends. Our boats
have everything you might need.
Just bring your clothes, food and
towels.
Tel/Fax/Cell: 073 825 4409
E-mail mailto:URL www.hartieshouseboats.co.za
Lake Preditor Park
Dine with the roar of the African
Lion Enjoy French/Italian cuisine
prepared by our French Talouse chef
J. Michelle Join us on a guided
safari tour of our park and experience
the magnificence of Africas big
five Come relax and enjoy our luxurious
African renaissance tented camp
set around a private pigmy hippo
dam
Tel: (012) 207 1070/1 Fax: (012)
207 1253 Cell: 082 256 6360
E-mail riccardo@afrigame.co.za
Lanseria Driving Range
Open : Sunrise to Sunset
Lovely garden setting situated on
the R512/N14(R28) highway intersection
with ample safe parking. Owner manager
Andre with years of golfing experience
able to assist with basic coaching.
Our driving range is 300m &
we also have a putting green. Refreshments
available. Good outing for families
with trampoline available.
Tel: 083 263 2925/082 577 1449
E-mail: akay@kaweni.co.za
Maize Maze
Outdoor challenges for the WHOLE
FAMILY! Elemental Maze - 1.5 km
of pathways, 4 secret gardens to
find. Hay-Bale maze. Rope Maze.
Maize Maze (from December) - 3km
of pathways. Theme for 2005/2006
Pirates and Mermaids! Wonderful
family outing & great for team-building.
Kids parties & school tours.
Tel: (011) 794 5818 Cell: 073 795
2174
E-mail enquiries@maizemaze.co.za
URL www.honeydewmazes.co.za
Paddle Power Adventures
Don your swimming kit, lather yourself
in sun cream, and gather your wits
about you and head on down to Paddle
Power Adventures. Both novice and
experienced canoeists guaranteed
good fun and a wet workout on grade
1, 2 and 3 rapids - all within a
short drive of the city. Half day,
full day and 2 day rafting trips.
A day trip on the river covers roughly
18km with no less than 20 rapids
with a scrumptious picnic lunch
served alongside the river. We also
offer hiking trails, mountain biking
trails, horse trails, flat water
canoe trips, camping, fishing, tubing
and caving, team building &
school outings. Paddle Power's members
are both active committee members
of the Crocodile River catchment
management forum.
Tel: (012) 205 1278 Fax: Cell: 082
742 1922
E-mail padpower@lantic.net URL www.paddlepower.co.za
Party Boat
The best DAM parties in
AFRICA . We offer tailor-made sundowner
cruises ideal for company functions,
bachelor parties, conferences and
special occasions or just cause
you wanna....!
Tel: 08610 72789 Cell: 083 251 8784
E-mail info@partyboat.co.za URL
www.partyboat.co.za
Plumari Game Lodge
Route No.MA3 - Map Grid Ref. A2
S25 53.501 E27 30.130
Step 100 years back in time... Experience
history, wildlife and pure getaway
bliss. Only 11 suites ensure an
intimate ambience. With acclaimed
on site chapel and conference rooms
(22 delegates) and main lodge with
bar, dining room, lounge and pool.
You will be amazed by our history
museum, century old artifacts and
oxwagon collection.
Tel: (011) 794 3797 Cell: 082 416
1340
E-mail info@plumariafrica.com URL
www.plumariafrica.com
Rusty Hook Country Restaurant
and Pub
The Rusty Hook Restaurant is a thatched
country restaurant situated in the
most tranquil of surroundings. Built
on top of a dam it offers spectacular
views and breathtaking sunsets.
Lunch and dinner is served from
Tuesday to Sunday and Public Holidays.
A full spread breakfast is available
on weekends and Public Holidays.
Bookings are essential especially
on weekends. Accommodation in en-suite
rooms. We cater for weddings and
all types of functions . Flyfishing
on the dam.
Tel: (011) 795 3645 Fax: (011) 794
6383
E-mail azambezi@iafrica.com URL
www.rustyhook.co.za
SA Trails
We guarantee a memorable horse hike
or bike ride though a nearby reserve
where many bird & animal species
can be seen. Tuition, overnighters,
champagne breakfasts, moonlight,
and novice outrides are organised
regularly. Our quaint pub &
restaurant welcomes all & is
available for any type of private
function.
Tel: (011) 460 1125 Fax: (011) 460
1125 Cell: 082 533 4545
E-mail info@satrails.co.za
www.satrails.co.za
Shaolin Temple South Africa
Experience the authenticity and
variety of Traditional Shaolin Kung-fu
in beautiful and tranquil surroundings.
Tai Chi and Sparing classes also
offered.
Fax: 082 131 770 6530 Cell: 082
368 0386
www.shaolintemplesa.org
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