THINGS TO DO IN LIMPOPO

This unique route has been developed to introduce the tourist/traveller to the exceptional beauty of the Limpopo province. The route share the secrets of potters and weavers, drum makers, beaders and other African crafts. On this route the Big 5 and other wildlife can be seen. A 8 day itinerary has been moulded to optimise your tour. info@northnet.co.za

Bateleur Crisis Centre

WildThigZ

Bird and Reptile Park, Butterfly park and Insecterium with raptor and snake shows (Tuesday to Sunday).

Bookings via Meropa

Nylsvley Bird Sanctuary and Floodplain

As a part of a larger floodplain the area extends up to 16 000ha when fully wet. This a a most valuable breeding site for Southern African bird species. Of the 65 noted species some breed only here. This sanctuary has now been included in the Waterberg Biosphere Reserve (a Ramsar Site since 1998) this site is internationally approved by the UNESCO HQ in France and covers an area of of about 14 500square km.

Motor Boat Club Ebenezer Dam

Tzaneen Cycling Club

EFAF Elephant back safaris

Wegraakbosch Organic Cheese Factory

A range of tasty dairy products such as yoghurts and cheeses are available.This cheese making process shows how you can do everything from milking the cow to stirring the curds in a huge copper cauldron over a wood fire with your hands. The guided tours explores bacteria, rennet and mould used in the art of cheese making and starts at 10am daily. The tours last about 30 to 60 min.

Limpopo Field Guiding Acadamy - Fieldguide training & development

Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm

The biggest Crocodile breeding farm in the southern hemisphere currently open to the public. Curio shop. The feeding times mustn't be missed! Location: Near Nylstroom/Modimolle

Trout Fishing Haenertsburg offers river and lake fishing spots with mostly trout but also solmon, chars and most game fish. Fly-fishing is a gentlemanly art which promotes the catch and release philosophy. This is a relaxing pro-active sport for young and old, male and female alike. Because most anglers returns their catch it appeals to the more environmentally conscious because it is less harmful to the fish than many other techniques.

Mokolo Dam

Mokolo Dam  near Lehpalale (Ellisras) offers a variety of fishing species to make an anglers paradise. Camping sites with ablution facilities are also available to make for a loveley weekend getaway.

Rusoord Angler's Paradise

Rusoord Angler's Paradise n ear Lehpalale (Ellisras) offers a variety of fishing species and situated next to the fishing waters are the camping sites with ablution facilities and Tuck Shop.

Klipwerf Dam

Klipwerf Dam a Tranquil carp fishing spot with camping and ablution facilities.

Pezulu for microlight flights.

Microlighting Georges Valley

Wolkberg Wilderness Area

A map, backpack, tent and camera will equip you for this adventure. In the Wolkberg region one can explore the rugged gorges, indiginous forests and crystal clear streams. Wild proteas can be found on the hillsides around Serala and trees include fuchasia, Marula, matumi and lavender. Ravines boasts wild fig, bush willow and yellow wood trees. Rare Ferns and shrubs with a vast variety of birds and lots of peace will ensure that a self reliant hiker will be able to dissappear from the 'real' world for a week without retracing his steps.

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Land of the silver mist - Haenertsburg

The lovely village originated as a 'gold-rush-town' in the late 1880's. While the remains of the previous era's can be seen the surrounds make for a peaceful getaway. Tranquil lakes, huge waterfalls, mountain air and indiginious forests set the scene for several hiking trails. Baboons, Samango Monkeys, bush pig, antelope and even the rare caracal will be your company. Bird watcher's paradise.

The Louis Canguion Hiking Trail

close ro Tzaneen offers the hiker a scenic trail trough grasslands and indiginous forests and has been slashed to ensure a tranquil time. A local ecologist is available to take groups out. Trail maps are available at The Elms

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Geelhoutskloof Hiking Trail

Scenic hiking trail with great birding oppertunities right at the foot of the Waterberg mountain range. Share the day with a variety of animal species. Accommodation available in the form of a well equipped chalet and tented camp.

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Spreeuwal Hiking Trail

With bush and base camps to sleep 8 and 18 people respectively there are two hiking trails (6 & 15km) that winds trough beautiful fauna and flora .

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The Lesodi Trail

The trail starts near the Magoebaskloof Hotel and winds trough a magnificent indiginous forest, with abundant bird life and sightings of the rare Samango Monkeys.

The Louis Changiourn Trail

The trail starts at the Haenertsburg village and winds up to the hills overlooking the Ebenezer Dam trough the rare montane grasslandl

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Guided Hikes For a guided tour to see the places of local historical and archeological interest. These hikes can be booked with a colonial champagne brunch in the mountains. A memorable hike to a waterfall trough Afromontane forest is also available.

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Trail trough a tropical garden For a refreshing, relaxing walk trough an enchanting sub-tropical garden that absorbs you into the lush vegetation to enjoy the bird life, fishponds and interesting farm animals on display. All this at the Wheelbarrow Farm Stall on the Magoebaskloof Road (R71)

Black Forest Mountain Trail A variety of walks that starts behind the Black Forest Mountain Lodge, just outside the village of Haenertsburg. Maps are available.

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The Rooikat Trail This hike is 11km long and takes about 5 hours to complete. The hike starts at the New Agatha Plantation (about 18km from Tzaneen) and has a picnic spot nemed "Die Akkers" at the half way mark.

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Bosveld Avontuur Offers accommodation and horse riding - Situated near Lephalale (Ellisras)

The Biggest Boabab in the World

offers quad bikes to rent for use on their Quad tracs.

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Satvic

offers microlight flights and quad biking.

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Moepel Guesthouse

Offers mountain biking

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Alaktrant Nature Ranch

offers mountain biking/climbing and lots of other facilities for the adventurous

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Sunset Queen (House Boat)

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Lower Blyderiver Rafting

Full day trips also available.

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Cheetah Safaris

5000ha of nature at its best on the Matlabas River Bank, home to abundant species of birds and wildliofe like rhino & buffalo

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MOHOLOHOLO WILDLIFE REHABILITATION CENTRE:

Daily tours. This rehabilitation Centre is a world renowned rehab centre that cares for injured & poisoned wildlife and is engaged in successful breeding programmes. This establishment is also known as 'The Save Haven for the Magnificent Seven'
(Other Moholoholo facilities: Forest Camp, Mountainview Camp, Ya Mati Chalets at Blyde River, Game Ranger Management Courses & Wildlife Education)

CONTACT US : +27 (0)15 795 5236

HOEDSPRUIT RESEARCH & BREEDING CENTRE FOR ENDANGERED SPECIES:

This is a unique project for essential ressearch on endangered species and provide the oppertunity to view animals which has found a home in their natural surroundings. hourly guided tours last about 90min. and starts with a video presentation and visitors are then guided through the research & breeding centre by experienced guides. Animals include more than 70 cheetahs and "Painted Wolf" or Cape Hunting Dog, a Vulture Restaurant and other rare animals. A 2 and a half hour tour can be booked and this tour includes the very rare Barbay Lion.

CONTACT US : +27 (0)15 793 1633

RIVERSIDE WILDLIFE REHABILITATION & ENVIROMENTAL EDUCATION CENTRE:

This rehabilitation centre specializes in the rehabilitation of humanised Vervet Monkeys. Vervet Monkeys has a gestation period of 210 days and give life to only one baby about 200g in weight. The baby is weaned at the age of 3-5months and fostered by the mother and other females of the troop until they are one year old. All the wildlife are rehabilitated with the intention of letting them free in the to nature. The RWREC is not only a haven for wildlife and birds but also for humans. The childrens can learn about the effect we have on the environment and how to get involved in conservation by interacting with nature. Groups can be accommodated in bush camps where fresh air are abound!