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014 5770060 / 078 378 4885
 
What to Do in the Magaliesberg
 
A brief outline of what there is to do in and around Magaliesburg from quiet activities to adventure experiences ,
all of the Magaliesberg tourist attractions.
If you would like to see your venue listed here please contact Unwind for details. Use the navigation bar below for a quick jump to your section of interest.

Fishing
Magaliesburg Barbus Haven - Fly Fishing Adventures - Magaliesburg
The eco friendly fly fishing venue. Experience fly fishing in a peaceful and private environment.
011 315 4503 - sundown@iafrica.com


Shopping
The Silk Flower Shoppe - Read More!!!!
Contact The Silk Flower Shoppe to discuss your silk floral requirements.
Owen Mulrooney: 084 405 6493 Sales, marketing, delivery and distribution. Carol Mulrooney: 083 721 8861
info@thesilkflowershoppe.co.za


Crystal Feeling - Magaliesburg - Read More!!!!!!
Founded in 1998, now recognised as the premier retail outlet in SA for crystals, monerals, fossils, gemstones, books, music and artefacts of interest.

014 5772182
- info@crystalfeeling.co.za

Blaaubank Original Store - Magaliesburg
A fun country shopping experience with candle dipping! Collectables, arts and crafts,antiques and quality kitchen baskets.
014577 4609
- theodstore@telkomsa.net

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 - enquiries@oasistanning.co.za

Van Gaalen Kaasmakerji / Cheese Farm - Hartbeespoort Dam
Open 6 days a week, Closed Tuesdays. Guided tours and a variety of cheeses for sale. Lunches available.
012 207 1289 - vgaalen@hixnet.co.za

Western Cane Trading - Magaliesburg
Open 7 days a week, charming establishment selling cane, oregon and wrought iron furniture. Tea garden availabel and home made delights.
014 5771361- westcane@cis.co.za

Hekpoort Estates - Hekpoort
Estate agent, established since early 70's!
014 576 1109 - hekpoort@absamail.co.za

Abseiling
Shelter Rock
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. For more information visit www.shelterrock.co.za
Tel: 082 340 7378

GoVertical Mountaineering Adventures
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.
Web: www.govertical.co.za
Tel: 082 731 4696
GPS Co-ordinates
: S 25° 48' 30” E 27° 38' 16.6”

Hiking
Shelter Rock
Hiking trails up and onto the Magaliesberg Mountains.
Contact : 082 340 7378


Mountain Sanctuary Park - Rustenburg
A natural and unspoilt nature reserve with mountain streams and pools.
014 535 0114 - owen@mountain-sanctuary.co.za

Kumbagana - Rustenburg
Excellent hiking trails in the kloofs. Hikers hut available.
014 535 0098

Rustenburg Nature Reserve - Rustenburg
Good walking trails amongst game, 2 day hike available.
014 533 2050

GoVertical Hiking Trails
Explore the Magaliesberg Mountains on any of our 3 hiking trails. The trails are well marked and maintained, you are invited to walk through woodland, marvel at the crags or enjoy awesome views from the summit. GoVertical Trails range in difficulty and distance from an easy 5km family walk to a more taxing 10 km, all routes are circular, starting and finishing at GoVertical Backpackers. Chill out afterwards, picnic or braai in our gardens, have a dip in the pool, snack in our restaurant or indulge at our pub. Open everyday from 07h00 - 17h00, just pitch up or visit our website for more info.
Web: www.goverticalbackpackers.co.za
Tel: 082 731 4696
GPS Co-ordinates
: S 25° 48' 30” E 27° 38' 16.6”

Arts & Crafts
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 - enquiries@oasistanning.co.za


Blaaubank Original Store - Magaliesburg
A fun country shopping experience with candle dipping! Collectables, arts and crafts,antiques and quality kitchen baskets.
014577 4609
- theodstore@telkomsa.net

Angela Eidelman Art Gallery - Magaliesburg
Gallery housed n one of the original cottages of the Magaliesburg. Water colour and oil paintings. Weekends 9am-5pm - Weekdays by appointment only.
014 5771534 - dr_john@global.co.za

Art of Africa Gallery - Rustenburg
Specialists in leadwood carvings. Stockists of Dianna Carmichael tableware. Pottery, soapstone carvings and more!
014 537 2521

Horse Riding
Saddle Creek Ranch
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
079 467 9906 www.horseridingsa.co.za

Karen's Horse Riding Hartbeespoort Dam
At the Hartbeespoort Dam, along the Magalies and Skeerpoort Rivers , is an amazing adventure horse trail for family, friends and individuals.
An excellent opportunity for "new comers" and the fearful to be introduced to the world of horse riding - one of the most exhilarating adventure sports - under careful supervision, but also if you are an experienced rider that wants to let go!
Sundowner rides and romantic riverside picnics may also be arranged.
1 hour rides @ R200 p/p
sundowner rides @ R275 p/p
Special packages on request
Bookings Essential
Karen  083 751 5393

Places of Interest
Shelter Rock
Discover the real Magaliesberg. Walk on the summit of the mountain with its panoramic views, touch 2 500 million year old wind sculpted mushroom rocks, inspect Boer war forts, stand under a 1000 year old tree, see ruins of an iron age village, learn about the formation of the Magaliesberg and observe the rich variety of birds, animals and trees.
We also offer abseiling, rock climbing, knobkierie golf and a licensed tea garden .
Booking essential. For more information visit:
Web: www.shelterrock.co.za
Tel: 082 340 7378

Elephant Sanctuary - Hartbeespoort Dam
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
Elephant Rides: Optional extra Contact details: 012 258 0423 / 012 258 0332
elephantsanctuary@mweb.co.za
www.elephantsanctuary.co.za

Blaaubank Historical Gold Mine - Magaliesburg
Step back in time and visit one of the oldest goldmines that is still functional!
082 567 3111 - enquiries@wilparkgroup.co.za


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


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


Van Gaalen Kaasmakerji / Cheese Farm - Hartbeespoort Dam
Open 6 days a week, Closed Tuesdays. Guided tours and a variety of cheeses for sale. Lunches available.
012 207 1289 - vgaalen@hixnet.co.za

Adventure
GoVertical Mountaineering Adventures
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.
Web: www.govertical.co.za
Tel: 082 731 4696
GPS Co-ordinates
: S 25° 48' 30” E 27° 38' 16.6”

Ama Zwing Zwing Zip line
Africa's longest Zipline at 1.3km

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.
For more details and bookings:
info@amazwingzwing.co.za
www.amazwingzwing.co.za
082 803 7731 / 071 670 0236

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
Saddle Creek Ranch is 20 min from Hartbeespoort.

Hollybrooke Farm Horse Trails and Quad Trails. - Hartbeespoort Dam
Guided horse trails along the banks of the Magalies and Skeerpoort rivers. Guided eco-quad bike trails available.
011 792 0705 - info@hollybrooke.co.za

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

Magalies Gliding Club - Magaliesburg
Offers introductory flights to casual visitors and potential members.
082 551 5920 / 082 923 7147

Microlight Flights
View the Magaliesberg in style from the open cockpit of a Thunderbird microlight.
082 442 3952

Tarlton International Raceway - Tarlton
South Africa's premier drag racing facility.
011 762 5431 - vr_eng@global.co.za

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
Saddle Creek Ranch is 20 min from Hartbeespoort.


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

Restaurants & Tea Gardens
Tre Bambini - Magaliesburg
Bistro, restaurant, bar, big screen TV. Umbrella terrace and children's playground. Open Wed,Thurs,Fri,Sat, Sunday.
079 607 9070
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Bartons Folly - Hekpoort
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.
082 901 1382 / 082 820 9083 - info@bartonsfolly.co.za

Mirjam's Restaurant - Magaliesburg

Open for breakfasts, lunches and dinners. Cosy bar and pizza oven.
079 181 0016

Goblins Cove Restaurant and Coffee Shoppe - Magaliesburg
Closed Mon&Tue. A magical experience awaits, discover a creative goblin and fairy world.
Wonderful cuisine and selected wines.
014 576 2143 - goblins@worldonline.co.za

The Ring - Oxwagon Lodge - Hartbeespoort Dam
The perfect Sunday lunch venue. Speciality is traditional 'kos'!
078 075 0720- info@thering.co.za

Wimpy - Magaliesburg
Experience our legendary burgers, breakfasts, grills and our fresh coffee.
014 577 4559

Magaliesburg Country Hotel - Magaliesburg
Treat yourself to our delcious buffets and pub lunches in our gardens.
014 57711090 - info@magaliescountryhotel.co.za

Mountain Biking
Ingwe Bush Camp - Magaliesburg
By appointment only. Ideal bushveld biking country, viewing game.
082 449 9075 - cliff@ingwebushcamp.com

Mountain Sanctuary Park - Rustenburg
Experience peace and quiet in unspoilt surroundings.
014 534 0114 - owen@mountainsanctuary.co.za


Health and Wellness
SATORI - Place of Healing - Magaliesburg - Read More!!!!!!
Enjoy a therapeutic Reiki treatment during your stay in Magaliesburg. Reiki is an ancient form of energy healing, which utilizes Universal Energy (the life force energy every living thing possesses) and is not part of any religion or philosophy.
014 577 1779 - 083 721 8861 - reikilight@wol.co.za

Sparkling Health Spa (Sparkling Waters) - Rustenburg
Renew your mind, body and spirit. More than 45 salon treatments available as well as a gym and sun bed, heated indoor pool and jacuzzi's.
014 535 0019 - sparklingspa@mweb.co.za

Whispering Pines Country Estate - Magaliesburg
Our sanctuary has 2 treatment rooms and offer arange of massages, beauty and health treatments to choose from.
014 5771536
- info@whisperingpines.co.za

    

Family Pub and Bistro
' Tre Bambini '
Bistro and Family Restaurant
079 607 9070
Read More,.....


Abseiling and Rock Climbing at Shelter Rock on the Magaliesberg Mountains.
Shelter Rock
Abseiling and Climbing

Contact : 082 340 7378



Go Vertical Mountaineering Adventures

Go Vertical Mountaineering Adventures
Contact : 082 731 4696


Saddle Creek Ranch
Horse Riding

Horse riding in Magaliesburg
Contact Mike 079 467 9906
www.horseridingsa.co.za




Magaliesberg Microlight Flights
www.horseridingsa.co.za



Visit the Elephant Sanctuary
Visit the Elephant Sanctuary website



Hartbeespoort Dam Horse Riding
Karens Horse Riding
Karen  083 751 5393




Amazwing Zwing Zip Lines Adventures
info@amazwingzwing.co.za
www.amazwingzwing.co.za
082 803 7731 / 071 670 0236







Details on the Rhino and Lion Park

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Maropeng, fossil displays, Tumulus restaurant and excellent views. 014 5779000

 

 

still a working mine!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Go Vertical Hiking Trails, near to Hartbeespoort Dam

 

 

 

 

 

 

Hollybrook Horse Trails offers 2 varied routes on horseback and quad bikes.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Goblins Cove, a unique dining experience!

 

 

 

 

 

 

Visit Plumari Africa and visit our 2 elephants, Damara and Nzewe.
 
Health and Wellness at Whispering Pines in Magaliesburg.
 
Wild Cave Adventures, activities below and above the ground!




Visit the Wonder Caves in the Cradle of Humankind, 011 957 0106

Things to do in Magaliesburg,Magaliesburg Canopy Tours, Magaliesberg Resorts, Magaliesburg Steam Train, Amazwing Zwing, Magaliesburg Zip lines. Magaliesberg Nature reserve, Magaliesberg Meander
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