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ADVENTURE |
BIRDING
|EBENEZER DAM CRUISES | FISHING
HIKING, WALKING AND PICNICS | HORSE
RIDING TRAILS
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your Trip page about Guided and
Self-drive Tours.
If you prefer to have the guidance of a registered
tour operator, please check our Registered
Tour Operators
page!
Adventure:
- Magoebaskloof Adventures offers the following:
- Quad biking on well-maintained trails through indigenous forest;
- Gecko-tubing deep in the gorge of the Letaba River;
- Canopy Tours - experience the thrill of sliding through the forest on a 2½ hour Tarzan and jane style adventure!;
- Kloofing in the scenic George's Valley gorge for the more adventurous;
- Paintball in beautiful indigenous forest;
- Abseiling - descend 30 metres down a smooth rock face into the majestic George's Valley gorge -
Contact: +27 83 866 1546 | adventures@thabametsi.com www.magoebaskloofadventure.co.za
Satvik Backpackers offers the following:
- Microlight Flips - See the world from a different
angle! Louis Jordaan:
- Walking and Hiking on the banks of the Tzaneen Dam
Contact: +27 84 556 2414 | satvik@pixie.co.za
Birding:
- The Magoebaskloof area provides the best forest birding area in the country with the second biggest indigenous forest in South Africa.
- List of birder-friendly establishments on www.limpopobirding.com and www.birdlife.org.za.
Ebenezer Dam Cruises:
- Sunset Queen:
- Day cruises 10 - 35 people per cruise. Birthday arties, Small function. Oarties of any kind. Bring your meat, we supply the fire and the salads. Full equipped with braai and toilet facilities.
Contact: +27 83 284 5163 / +27 82 893 0790
Fishing:
- Trout and Bass Fishing:
- The area is well-known for trout and bass fishing. Ebenezer Dam has some good fishing but not all waters are open to the public. Permits for Haenertsburg Trout Association waters for members and non-members available at Haenertsburg Liquor Store in Rissik Street. Tel: 015 276 4765
- List of other available fishing waters:
- Bramasole:
Trout fishing offered in one dam situated on the property.
Fishing can also be arranged in the waters of the local Trout Fishing Association.
Contact: +27 15 276 1223 | www.bramasole.co.za
Trout fishing is offered in three dams on the property and at an owned property on the Broederstroom - 10 minutes drive.
Fishing can also be arranged in the waters of the local Trout Fishing Association.
Forest, riverside and garden walks can be undertaken from the property and hiking, mountain biking, horse-riding and 4x4 trails are in close proximity.
Contact: +27 15 276 1804 | cheerio@worldonline.co.za | www.cheerio.co.za
- Trout fishing in 3 dams on the property
Contact: +27 83 355 0835
- Mountain Fly Fishing and Mokhololo Lodge:
- Established on a 300h farm on the source of a mountain
stream with spectacular views, Mountain Flyfishing offers
you an ideal opportunity of getting away from the stress
of everyday life and unwinding in a relaxed and beautiful
environmentThe Farm is also ideal for hiking and mountain
biking, which makes it a perfect venue for the whole family
Flyfishing is excellent! Apart from the seven fully stocked dams on the property, you also have access to exclusive stillwaters and catch-and-release in river stretches on a range of privately owned land, including portions of the Broederstroom River.
Contact: +27 83 255 7817 | pirie@mweb.co.za | www.mountainflyfishing.co.za
- Zwakala River Retreat:
Zwakala River Retreat is situated on a privately owned farm in the beautiful Magoebaskloof Mountains in the Limpopo Province. We offer cottages as well as a camping site, located next to a tranquil river in the beautiful mountains.
Contact: +27 83 980 8433 | denise@tooley.co.za | www.zwakalaretreat.co.za
The cottages and the campsite are right on the banks of the Broederstroom River - the source of the Great Letaba River. The river is perfect for trout fishing, tubing and swimming and is renowned for its clear waters and restorative qualities. Jump into the mountain waters and revive your soul! Legend also has it that once you have drunk the waters of the Letaba River you will always return.
We are very privileged to live on this little piece of Africa and would like to share with you a slower pace of life. Come and meet our three horses, five dogs and four chickens and when they are home, our three children and usually some more friends.
Hiking, Walking and Picnics:
- Black Forest Mountain Lodge:
- Short easy walks on the edge of the Black Forest. Suitable for the whole family! Birding.
- +27 82 572 9781
- Bramasole:
- One and a half hour walk through indigenous forest. A must for bird lovers.
- +27 82 375 9467
- Island Blue Tufa Waterfall:
- Wolkberg. Access only through Rheebokvlei. Please arrange a key.
- +27 82 661 5526
- Kurisa Moya:
- Beautiful forest walks of varying lengths. Abundant bird life. Accredited bird guide, David Letsoalo.
- +27 82 200 4596
- Lekgalameetse Nature Reserve:
- The entrance to this reserve is at Ofcolaco on the R36 and it takes visitors up to the area called 'The Downs'. This is a vast area with beautiful views and grasslands. Visit the Pioneers Graves and 'Kerkbos'. These is a well-equipped bush camp managed by Limpopo Parks.
- +27 15 290 7355
- Lesodi Hiking Trail - Magoebaskloof:
- This trail starts at the Magoebaskloof Hotel and winds its way through the indigenous forest of Magoebaskloof Valley. The trail takes about two and a half hours to complete. maps available at the hotel and Sandford Heights Nursery.
- +27 15 276 4880 / +27 82 893 0790
- Louis Changuion Trail - Haenertsburg Village:
- Starting in the village, the 10km long trail takes approximately 4 hours to complete. It meanders through natural grasslands and indigenous forests. Maps at various shops in the village.
- +27 82 893 0790 / +27 15 276 4880
- Magoebaskloof Hiking Trails:
- These trails are situated on the escarpment close to Haenertsburg. Hikers are offered several options of two to five day trails. Well positioned. Overnight huts.
- +27 13 754 2724
- www.komatiecotourism.co.za
- Rooikat Hiking Trail in the New Agatha Forest:
- This trail winds through the new Agatha Forest and takes hikers past rapids, steams and cascades. Picnic facilities available at Die Akker Picnic Spot.
- Tzaneen Country Lodge:
- Short to medium walks for the whole family. Picnic, birding and fishing.
- +27 15 304 3290
- Walks and Picnics on the Banks of Tzaneen Dam:
- Enjoy the tranquility of nature at Satvik backpackers, on the shores of Tzaneen Dam. Walk between forests and waterfalls.
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Contact +27 84 556 2414 - Wolkberg Wilderness Area:
- There are no specific trails marked in the Wolkberg, but visitors can park their vehicles at Serala Forest Station and walk into the mountain area. Please take care as the weather can change very quickly. Be well equipped!
Horse Riding Trails:
- Magoebaskloof Horse Trails and Safaris:
- Guided 1 - 3 hour or full day trails. Lessons. Pony rides.
Contact: +27 83 988 3287