| set on a 60-hectare estate alongside the crocodile river, this upscale lodge lies 11 km from lanseria international airport and 23 km from the gondolin cave system. amenities include an outdoor pool, romantic picnic areas, and spa services offered in-room or next to the river (fee). room service is available. there's also a 6-bedroom farmhouse. all have flat-screens, whirlpool baths and hammocks. . breakfast is served in an open-air, riverfront dining area. accommodations range from rustic-chic suites with locally inspired decor and timber interiors to thatched-roof cottages featuring 4-poster beds, fireplaces and private plunge pools
O.R. Tambo International Airport 1 hr 2
Lion & Safari Park (15 min)
Wilderness reserve with many animals viewable on safari tours, plus concessions & a gift shop. Ama Zwing Zwing Zipline Tour (22 min)
Attraction with 7 zip-line slides & 10 platforms with views of zebras & the Magaliesberg mountains. Croc City Crocodile & Reptile Park (18 min)
Visitors can zip-line above a crocodile enclosure, pet babies & more at this family attraction. Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort (34 min)
Modern cablecar attraction with sweeping mountain views, dining & a kids' play area at the top. Hennops Hiking & Mtb Trails (28 min)
Picturesque hiking, biking & offroad trails on farmland with picnic & BBQ areas & swimming pools. Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve (29 min)
Nature reserve with emphasis on endangered species including lions, rhinos, cheetahs & vultures. Cradle of Humankind (13 min)
131,000-acre, World Heritage listed area with caves containing primate fossils and rich wildlife. Happy Island Water World South Africa (27 min)
Water park featuring a lazy river & massive wave pool plus tube slides & an Amazon-themed zone. Bird Gardens (31 min)
Walk-through gardens & aviary featuring colorful birds, mammals, reptiles & other exotic animals. Upside Down House (22 min) Montecasino (31 min)
Leisure complex designed like an Italian village, housing a casino, 2 theaters, cinemas and a mall. Magaliesberg (32 min)
Scenic, alpine reserve with rock-climbing & a 1.2-kilometer aerial tram offering sweeping views. Hartbeespoort Dam (42 min)
Circa-1923 arch type dam boasting striking river, valley & mountain views. Hartbeespoort Dam Snake and Animal Park (37 min)
Private park offering animal exhibits & shows, boat/jet-ski rides & weekend ferryboat cruises. Wonder Caves (50 min)
Accessed via stairs & an elevator, this large cavern complex features stalactites & stalagmites. | 
