O.R. Tambo International Airport 56 min
Croc City Crocodile & Reptile Park (12 min) Visitors can zip-line above a crocodile enclosure, pet babies & more at this family attraction. Wonder Caves (44 min) Accessed via stairs & an elevator, this large cavern complex features stalactites & stalagmites. Bird Gardens (25 min) Walk-through gardens & aviary featuring colorful birds, mammals, reptiles & other exotic animals. Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve (23 min) Nature reserve with emphasis on endangered species including lions, rhinos, cheetahs & vultures. Happy Island Water World South Africa (21 min) Water park featuring a lazy river & massive wave pool plus tube slides & an Amazon-themed zone. Hartbeespoort Dam (36 min) Circa-1923 arch type dam boasting striking river, valley & mountain views. Hennops Hiking & Mtb Trails (23 min) Picturesque hiking, biking & offroad trails on farmland with picnic & BBQ areas & swimming pools. Lion & Safari Park (9 min) Wilderness reserve with many animals viewable on safari tours, plus concessions & a gift shop. Hartbeespoort Dam Snake and Animal Park (31 min) Private park offering animal exhibits & shows, boat/jet-ski rides & weekend ferryboat cruises. Montecasino (25 min) Leisure complex designed like an Italian village, housing a casino, 2 theaters, cinemas and a mall. Sterkfontein Caves (29 min) Notable fossil finds in these caves include a 3 million-year-old Australopithecus skeleton. Silverstar Casino (21 min) Ritzy casino offering traditional gambling games, eateries, live shows & a day spa. Magaliesberg (26 min) Scenic, alpine reserve with rock-climbing & a 1.2-kilometer aerial tram offering sweeping views. The Cradle Nature Reserve (11 min) Cradle of Humankind (7 min) 131,000-acre, World Heritage listed area with caves containing primate fossils and rich wildlife. |