O.R. Tambo International Airport 1 hr 2
Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeespoort (22 min) Sanctuary offering hands-on experiences with African elephants, plus accommodations. Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve (29 min) Nature reserve with emphasis on endangered species including lions, rhinos, cheetahs & vultures. Magaliesberg (19 min) Scenic, alpine reserve with rock-climbing & a 1.2-kilometer aerial tram offering sweeping views. Lion & Safari Park (17 min) Wilderness reserve with many animals viewable on safari tours, plus concessions & a gift shop. Cradle of Humankind (7 min) 131,000-acre, World Heritage listed area with caves containing primate fossils and rich wildlife. Witwatersrand (15 min) Scenic escarpment known for its vast gold deposits & mining history, also featuring many waterfalls. Hiking - Phaladingwe Hiking Trail (7 min) Nature and outdoor recreation Hartbeespoort Dam Snake and Animal Park (24 min) Private park offering animal exhibits & shows, boat/jet-ski rides & weekend ferryboat cruises. Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre (27 min) Captive breeding center for cheetahs featuring tours & educational outreach programs. Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort (21 min) Modern cablecar attraction with sweeping mountain views, dining & a kids' play area at the top. Hartbeespoort Dam (29 min) Circa-1923 arch type dam boasting striking river, valley & mountain views. Monkey Sanctuary Hartbeespoort (22 min) Private sanctuary offering elevated wooden walkway tours of rescued primates in a natural habitat. Ama Zwing Zwing Zipline Tour (9 min) Attraction with 7 zip-line slides & 10 platforms with views of zebras & the Magaliesberg mountains. Hennops Hiking & Mtb Trails (15 min) Picturesque hiking, biking & offroad trails on farmland with picnic & BBQ areas & swimming pools. Upside Down House (9 min) |