Two one day circular trails: Reedbuck (13 km) and Trout trail (6 km), in mountains with lovely views, ravines, cross rivers, mountain streams, wanders past lots of game to a 10m high waterfall, rock pools, interesting rock formations and trout dams.

Base camp: 24 hikers, with two bedrooms, braai and lapa, kitchen with gas appliances, pots etc. A lounge with a cozy fire-place for those cool Dullstroom winter days.
R110 p/p/p/n.
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Three day circular trails: 12 km, 6 km and 4 km. All the routes are linked and take hikers through mountains with superb views, ravines, indigenous forest. A lovely base camp surrounded by mountains, accommodates 40 hikers in separate wooden cabins. A big lapa with braai facilities, pots etc. Ablutions. A kiosk and sparkling swimming pool awaits the tired hiker.
R110 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p.n. Day visitors welcome R70 p.p.

Iglo Camp: Private Iglo Hut for 6 hikers - Open plan, with own braai area and fridge. Bring own towels and bedding.
Wood for sale at R25 per bag at reception. R130 per adult and R100 per child u/12 per night.
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Two day circular trails of 16 km and 8 km. The trail is situated in the upper reaches of the Olifants river and overlooking the Wilge-Olifants river confluence, 1500 ha of pristine indigenous forest. The river is crossed twice. Swimming in rock pools. Panoramic views. Variety of game. A lovely base camp on the banks of the Wilgeriver offers accommodation for 30 hikers in separate huts. An open thatched lounge with kitchen and braai facilities. Ablutions.
R120 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90.
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Two day circular trails of 14km and 8km. Trails in the mountains, through ravines with indigenous forest, below or on top of massive sandstone krans ledges, past caves and interesting rock formations. Base camp: Hikers are accommodated in a "horse stable" 11 persons. Upstairs one room with beds and mattresses. Lounge/dining area downstairs with fire place and fridge. Electricity. Equipped kitchen with gasbraaier, pots, etc. Lapa with braai facilities. Bedding & cutlery provided.
R120 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p/n.
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Day circular trails: 4 km, 6 km and 12 km. - trails are linked. Trails in the mountains, pass mountain streams with natural rock pools, until the second highest waterfall in Mpumalanga is reached - unbelievable sight! Stretches through ravines and indigenous forest, lovely views. Various cultural historical sites of the Anglo Boer War along trails.

The Stables - Accommodates 40 hikers. Four bed rooms, large kitchen with fridge, stove etc. Undercover braai and social area. Boma for camp fires. Ideal for school and church groups.
R120 p.p.p.n. Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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Two day circular trails of 12km (God's Window Loop) and 11km (Cycad Loop). The trail is situated in the upper reaches of the Olifants river and overlooking the Wilge-Olifants river confluence, pristine forest area. Variety of game. Panoramic views across The Hel and Olifant's Gorge, ravines with indigenous forest. Hikers overnight in the Slagthoek farmhouse - 20 hikers. Separate rooms, bunk beds and mattresses. Lapa with braai facilities.
R120 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p/n.
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Two circular trails in the Waterberg mountains. Two thatched bush camps: one for 12 people, and one for 20 hikers - 100 m from the river with lovely swimming pools.

Route 1: (12 km) Trail follows the river, a waterfall, with a "foefie"-slide and refreshing swimming pools, ravines, mountain slopes through indigenous forests.

Route 2: (8 km) A trail for all the tree and bird lovers, 105 indigenous trees have been identified.
R120 p/p/p/n Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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Three popular day circular trails in the Magaliesberg mountains - exceptional gorges and ravines. Descend into gorge by steel ladder to cool pools and streams. Game viewing!

Two Camps: Eagle Cove (20 hikers) and Black Eagle Camp (30 hikers) - excellent accommodation! Braai-area, kiosk, ablution block facilities, pots etc. as well as pool at base camp.
R110 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p.n. Day hikers: R80 p.p. U/12 R50
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Game Ranch, nestling on 8000 hectares of pristine bush in the Lowveld. Three circular routes: Sable, Ostrich and Giraffe. Scenic trails, cross riverbeds, valleys, swim in Selati river - interesting trails. Bush camp: five ethnic mud huts with thatched roofs and bunk beds. (24 hikers) Braai area, kiosk. Gas fridge and cutlery are provided. Area ideal for mountain biking. Quad bikes welcome.
R130 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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One day circular GPS trail of 10 km along the Elands river. Routes take hikers on the plateau and then down to river - lots of rock pools and waterfalls, past an island "Jurasic Park" where dinosaurs await the hiker, 100m from waterfall and more rock pools.

Accommodation:
Hikers camp (17 hikers) Splash pool at camp R110 p/p/p/n. Children U/12 R90 p/n.
Bring own bedding & cutlery.

River Camp (20 people) on the banks of the river, with three huts, bring own bedding, fully equipped kitchen, lapa etc. Bring own tubes. Foefie-slide on your doorstep. R150 p.p.p.n Children U/12 R100
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Two day circular trails in the Kransberg mountains. The Njala trail (13 km) and the Kudu trail (9 km or 16 km). Both trails follow the Mamba river with its natural rock pools, go into mountains, stunning views, through dense indigenous forest. Overnight at base camp in TREEHOUSES. (10 bed) on the banks of the Mamba river. The two tree houses are joined by a wooden deck. Open boma area with braai facilities. No electricity. Warm water showers and flushing toilets. To reach tree houses from parking are one has to cross a suspension bridge.
R110 p.p.p.n Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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In the Vredefort Dome, 25 km from Potchefstroom. Four day circular trails to choose from - 11 km, 9 km, 6 km and 2 km. Trails in the mountains, bush veld, indigenous trees are tagged with national names and numbers, stunning views of meteorite sites, Matabele ruines, mountain streams in rain season, interesting rock formations and geological sites.

BOPLAAS: 26 hikers. Four huts, kitchen, ablusions, huge dam to swim, boma with braai facilities, lapa.
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BUNDU CAMP: 26 hikers. Three traditional thatched Tswana huts, kitchen, ablusions, lapa social area, boma with braai facilities.
R110 p.p.p.n. Children U/12 R90 p.n.
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Various day circular trails of 8 km, 6 km and 2 km. Beautiful area. In the mountains, rock pools and mountain streams in summer. Trails start and end at a bush camp in a secluded kloof, 15 hikers.
R110 p.p.p.n. U/12 R90
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Three day trails in the Waterberg mountains. 12 km, 9.5 km and 5.5 km. Trails in the mountains, panoramic views, deep ravines with mountain streams in summer, a few wooden ladders and bridges to assist hikers. Lovely trails. Basecamp: 3 huts (28 hikers). Kitchen with pots, kettle, dining area and boma with braai facilities.
R110 p.p.p.n. U/12 R90
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Loskop Dam area at Middelburg. Three day trails to choose from: Witpens Kloof Trail 7,6 km - Job se Kloof Trail 11,4 km and Draadkloof Trail 11,1km. Witpens and Job trails can be combined 15,8 km for experienced hikers. Spectacular views on Loskop dam and valleys, indigenous forest, beautiful kloofs with rock pools and cascades, a shoe string waterfall in summer and the rooi kranses are the main features on trails. Supporting ladders, board walks and hand railings on trails. Base camp accommodates 42 hikers. Three rooms: 12-bed, 14-bed and 6-bed. Ablutions with flush toilets, hot water showers ("donkey"). Kitchen with fridge, two-plate gas stoves and cooking utensils. Lapa and boma with braai facilities. Conversation pit.

R120 p.p.p.n U/12 R 90 p.n ONE night on weekend R200 p.p U/12 R150

Extra: Private rondawel camp for 8 hikers: Two bed rooms. Own kitchen, bathroom and braai facilities R150 p.p.p.n U/12 R100 p.n
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Three day circular trails of 4 km, 14 km and 23 km in the Ezemvelo Nature Reserve. On the trails you'll experience nature at its best, with large herds of game, over 250 species of bird and numerous indigenous plants. Trails meander through grasslands, rocky outcrops and wetlands. Mountain streams and rock pools in summer. Ideal for day visitors and beginners. All trails starts and ends at reception.

Accommodation: (Hikers have three options)
Impala camp: (14 hikers) Near main building and reception. Swimming pool.
Chalets: 4 Bed. Fully equipped.
Camp Sites: Under big shady trees.
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This trail is situated past Heidelberg and Balfour, a mere hours drive from Jhb. Two day trails of 13,5 km and 7 km from the base camp. Routes take hikers through Suikerbosrand koppies, small indigenous forests, kloofs, Tswana kraal ruins, historical Anglo Boer War sites. From the highest point in the are hikers have a 360 view. The shorter trail hikers enjoy a lovely walk through an area with 8 species of game, such as gemsbok, eland etc.

Base camp: accommodates 24 hikers. Two separate rooms each with its own fire-place. Hot water showers. Kitchenette with two-plate gas stoves, kettle etc. Braai facilities. Farm dam to swim at camp.
Rates: R110 p.p.p.n U/12 R90 p.n.
Day visitors: R80 p.p. U/12 R50
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Two spectacular new day trails in the Skurweberg mountains - 2.5 hours from Jhb/Pta.

Bobbejaan's Krans Base Camp: 2x charming double storey wooden pagodo's (rock houses), built into the extraordinary canyons, with bunk beds and mattresses, each sleeping 6 - 12 (max of 24 hikers). Each pagodo has a fridge, 2 plate stove, braai facilities and kitchen utensils. It is electrified and equipped with hot showers and loo's with a view. Ladies bathroom!

Hikers will be treated with excellent hiking trails.
Trail one: Five Assegais All Day trail: 13.5 km - Medium to difficult through a variety of eco biomes (Highveld and middele veldt), down into the Bankspruit gorge with crystal rock pools and the second highest waterfall in Mpumalanga (Bride's Leap).
Trail two: Hells Bells Half Day trail: +-8km - Less strenuous but a spectacular and intimate walk, down Hells Kloof, through a magic old forest of yellow wood and huge stink hout and tree ferns. Past smaller waterfalls and panoramic views on Swaziland. A lot of game species to be seen!

R120 p.p.p.n U/12 R100 p.n.
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Tsakane (Happy Place) is based in the privately owned Balule Game Reserve, part of the Greater Kruger National Park and home to Africa's "Big Five" (Lion, Buffalo, Rhino, Elephant and Leopard.)

Tsakane Wilderness Trail Camp

Accommodation: Comprises four dome safari tents accommodating 8 persons and a Trail Ranger fanned out in a semi circle around a camp fire. Each tent is furnished with two camp stretchers and comfortable mattresses with a fitted sheet and pillows, a canvass wardrobe, side table with lamp while two canvass camp chairs and a canvass wash basin are located at the entrance of each tent. Guests are required to bring their own sleeping bags and towels. The camp specialises in providing a unique wilderness experience. Our two Trail Rangers, with some 40 years combined experience, will not only share there knowledge with you, but encourage you to fully participate during the trail.

Amenities: A Large safari tent canopy is used as a dining and relaxation area and overlooks a dry riverbed often frequented by elephant, the toilet enclosure is serviced by a chemical toilet and a outdoor bucket type open-air shower. Guests are required to prepare the bucket by filling water from a donkey boiler.

Catering: All meals are uniquely prepared on an open fire. Early morning coffee, tea and rusks are served followed by brunch, a light lunch and dinner.

Activities include guided day trails, sleep-outs under the African stars, game drives and specialist photographic and birding excursions.

Typical day in the wilderness trail camp: Guests are woken to the aroma of coffee boiling before embarking on a walking trail lasting some four hours. On returning to the Trail Camp brunch is served before guests are transported to the Tsakane Safari Camp where they have the opportunity to take a swim or jacuzzi or socialise around the bar. A light lunch is often served in the bush on the banks of a river. A short walk or game drive is conducted in the late afternoon before guests enjoy a hot or cold shower ahead of dinner around the camp fire until retiring to bed.

Trail Rangers: The trails are led by Mark Robinson or Terry Schulze, each with some twenty years guiding experience in "Big Five" reserves such as Kruger National Park, Sabie Sands, Klaserie and Mashatu in Botswana. Guests shall be required to sign an indemnity agreement on arrival at the camp.
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(Special discount when 50% confirmation deposit is paid within the required 7 days!)

THREE NIGHT TRAIL:
Price includes - Three nights accommodation at Tsakane tented Wilderness Trail Camp, All meals, Brunch and Dinner, Tea, coffee and light refreshments, Professional trail guiding.
Prices Exclude - Travel insurance and medical evacuation, Balule entrance fee (R50.00 per vehicle), Conservation levy (R15.00 per person per night), Tsakane Bar.

  

Trail Packages (With own transport):

3x Nights	R1650 per person
4x Nights	R2200 per person

Trail Packages (With transport included):

4 (min) - 5 persons	R2125 per person
6 - 7 persons	R1925 per person
8 persons (max)	R1825 per person

Minium 4, max 8 persons. One destination/address for pick up and back. * All rates are subject to change without prior notice.

Additional Activities:

Olifants River Cruise	Per Person
5 - 6 Pax	R350 p.p.
7 - 8 Pax	R325 p.p.
Balloon Safaris	R2850 p.p.
River Rafting	R650 p.p.

Caps @ R65 / T-Shirts @ R80 / Golf Shirts @ R150

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Schoongezicht Hiking Trail is situated on a 2000ha game farm 25km from Swartruggens, past Rustenburg, in the North West Province – only 2 hours drive from PTA/JHB. (Bonus: NO gravel road!) Three circular trails to choose from (14 - 17 km), (10 km) and (4 km). The trails meander through indigenous bush, ravines with mountain streams in rainy season, hills and crisscross the Elands river. Lots of game to be seen on the trails such as kudu, blesbok, zebra, rooi hartebeest, impala etc.

The Base Camp consists of a beautifully restored farm house with a big stoep all around, and a cozy rondavel for the "snorkers". In total it accommodates 20 hikers. There are 4 bedrooms in the house, a big dining area and kitchen. One bathroom inside house and rondawel and a neat ablution block outside with additional showers and toilets. Outside is a nice boma area with braai facilities. There is a huge clean cement dam for swimming in the camp specially in hot summer months and a big farm dam with deck walking distance away.
R120 p.p.p.n U/12 R90 p.n
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This tranquil Bush Camp and hiking trail is situated high on the plateau with stunning views on one of the highest and most impressive rock peaks of the KRANSBERG Mountains, 27km from Thabazimbi, 2 and half hours drive from JHB and PTA. This escarpment also forms the southern border of the Marakele National Park and is the home of the largest colonies of Cape Vultures in Africa. The camp looks out on a perennial stream flowing through a sparkling natural rock pool between huge rocks surrounded by beautiful and well kept grass lawns.

Accommodation:
This exclusive camp accommodates small groups 4 - 8 only, in a separate Log cabin on stilts – open plan: sleeps 4 with own en suite bathroom. Stone build, thatched double storey chalet: 2 separate bedrooms upstairs. A communal, fully equipped modern kitchen with all basic appliances, social-dining area with tables and chairs. Bathroom. Patio and braai facilities. Own extra tent or caravan welcome – maximum group: 12 for the camp.

2 Separate beautiful, self guided, well planned/marked trails to accommodate all levels of hikers: Klipspringer (8km) and Likkewaan (6,5km) trails with lots of indigenous bushes, huge trees, interesting rock formations, natural rock pools to swim in, many species of birds and small game to be seen. (Small booklet available on all interesting ecological and geological sitings, edible veld fruits, etc. on trails) A must for all keen bird watchers and nature lovers!

Activities:

• Excellent bird watching/including protected wetlands. (more than 200 species)
• Game viewing on our hiking trails. Mountain bike trails – bring own bikes.
• Swimming in natural rock pools. Unbelievable star gazing at night.

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One and half hours from JHB/PTA on a private 3000ha game farm. More than 30 giraffe and sables to bee seen, big dams with hippo and crocodile breeding centre on the farm. Neighbouring farms - Mabalingwe and Mabula Game Farms.

Base Camp: 30 beds, braai facilities, cooking utensils, gas fridge and 2 plate stove. Ablution block with hot and cold showers etc. More private and luxurious chalets available for those who prefer more comfort. Two day trails of 12 and 10km (shorter options available for beginners) Well planned, self guided trails to accommodate all levels of hikers. Both trails in mountains, kloofs, views, forest. Variety of game on trails to be seen such as 30 giraffe, 70 sables, kudu, red hartebeest, eland, impala, gemsbok, nyala, blesbok, zebra and smaller cat families. Hikers allowed to do game viewing/drives from base camp. Kiosk at reception. Mountain bikes welcome – bring own bikes.
R110 p.p.p.n. U/12 R90 p.n.

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Situated on a private Bushveld Game farm just outside Rustenburg on the Koster road, 135 km from PTA and JHB. 2x Beautiful, well planned day circular trails (Day one: 12km and Day 2: 5km) with stunning panoramic views from there the name "Eye View", kranses, ravines, lush indigenous vegetation, abundant birdlife, a lot of game to be seen. On a clear day hikers will be able to see the Olifantsnek dam and Hartebeespoortdam.

The "Dapper Stapper" Base camp has 4x 2-3 Bed wooden huts under big shady trees, sleeps 10-12 hikers. Communal bush kitchen with all basic facilities, cozy braai lapa and boma. Ablutions block with separate ladies and gents showers, flush toilets and hand basins. Minimum of 4 hikers per booking.

Rates: R110 p.adult p.n. & R90 U/12 u/4 - free. One night on weekends R190 p.adult & R120 U/12.

Bigger groups can also make use of extra tent sites – bring own tents / campers. R65 p.p.p.n. Children R45 p.n.
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Mahala Manzi Hiking Trail is situated on a 2000 he Game Farm, 60 km from Stoffberg, on the R555 Roossenekal / Steelpoort Road. 2 and half – 3 hours drive from JHB and PTA. S24 59.684 E29 57.156 More than 20 game species and over 200 bird species to be seen.

Accommodation:
A stone build and thatched roof "chalet" sleeps 20 hikers – 2 x separate rooms with bunk beds and mattresses. Camp is 400m from the Klip River with rock pools to swim in. Kitchen Lapa with gas freezer, stove, cooking utensils, cutlery and crockery provided. No electricity. Paraffin lamps provided. Hot water showers and flush toilets. A Big boma with braai facilities. (Wood provided, extra wood for sale or bring own).

NB: TAKE NOTE:
- The base camp can only be reached with 4x4 vehicles or high clearance
- 2 x 4 diff lock bakkies.
- Transport can be arranged from reception parking area to base camp (only luggage and back packs R100 a trip)
- There is an interesting, moderate 4.5 km walk from reception parking area to hikers camp (approximate 3 hours walk).
- Hikers need to arrive early enough the finish this walk in day light.

Various Hiking Options:
(Combination of back pack and day circular trails)
OPTION 1: Arrive and leave vehicles at reception parking area. (24h security, drinking water and toilets at reception) Hikers need to walk 4,5km in to the "Over night Camp".
OPTION 2: Drive 13km in to the Base camp with own 4x4 vehicle. (45 min). No back packs needed now. Three more stunning circular trails from this camp: 5 km, 6 km and a 12 km "Summit" trail.

MAIN FEATURES: Mountainous, panoramic views, a big variety of terrain, indigenous bush and interesting rock formations. Lots of rock pools for swimming. The trails are average to difficult. Excellent bird watching, game viewing and unforgettable star gazing at night. Lots of mountainous dirt roads – bring own bikes.

Imagine only hearing wild life sounds, the crackling of your own night fire and the calming sound of the running river close by after a good days hike!

Rates:
R110.00 per adult and R90.00 per child u/12 per night. (One night on weekends: R180.00 per adult and R120 per child.)
Transport of goods to base camp and back to parking area: R100.00 per trip.
Camping: Extra tents and 4X4 Roof top tents / 4x4 trailers: R90.00 per adult and R70.00 per child per night.

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Welgedacht Private Game Reserve - Welcome to a world where the only traffic is a herd of impala, zebra, eland or kudu. Where the sounds of freeways and burglar alarms are replaced by guinea fowl, woodland kingfishers and fish eagles and where giraffe stand guard at the camp!

Welgedacht Game Reserve is a 1 200 hectare private reserve on the southern boundary of the 18 000 hectare Dinokeng Big Five Game Reserve where lion, elephant and buffalo are roaming freely already. It is just an hour away from Johannesburg and half an hour from Pretoria, it's nestled between the Bobbejaanberge and straddling the Boekenhoutspruit. Our visitors will see: Rhino, Gemsbok, Springbok, Red Hartebeest, Waterbuck, Blue Wildebeest, Kudu, Blesbok, Eland, Zebra, Giraffe, Duiker, Warthog, Hedgehog, Porcupine, Aardvark, Squirrels, Bush babies and many more. Predators are Brown Hyena, Leopard, Caracal, Civet and smaller cat families, e.g. Genet and African Wild cat.

And now in 2012: Come see our white Lions, cheetahs, leopards and more in our Predators Research Centre – opening shortly! Our own herd of buffalo will also arrive in Jun/July.

Accommodation:
Private bush camp: (Min of 6 and Max 14 persons) 4x comfortable, tastefully furnished, thatch bungalows with en suit facilities (showers and toilets). 2x Bungalows with 1x double bed and 2x single beds, 1x Bungalow with 2x single beds, 1x Bungalow with 4x single beds. Bedding is provided. Bring only own towels. The main living and social area is a spacious under cover lapa and boma, with leather couches and an African feel that lends itself to complete rest and relaxation. A fully equipped kitchen area with all gas appliances, stove, fridge, all cutlery and crockery, cooking utensils etc. for self catering groups in style. There is an extra thatched boma with braai facilities, all under cover for the chilly or windy nights. No electricity, only solar lighting in camp, and hot water and cooking facilities are all gas.
Rates: R175 p.p.p.n U/12 R100 p.n U/4 free (Minimum 6 persons).
One night on weekends: R280 p.p.p.n U/12 R150 p.n U/4 free.
Including - Day hikes with excellent Game Rangers (1 - 4 Hours depending on fitness levels of groups)
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Old Trading Post: (2 - 6 persons max) The original building at the Old Trading Post is an old shop built in 1800's and was known as the "Voorslag Winkel". Restored and turned into two private self-catering quest suites. Each suite has a double bed and sleeper coach, open plan fully equipped kitchen, lounge, dining area and private stoop. (Ideal for 2 couples or small families). It's situated on top of a small valley with a view down to the Boekenhoutspruit, and breathtaking sunsets and excellent star gazing at night! A cozy boma with braai facilities outside. Swimming pool under construction.
Rates: R500.00 per unit per night minimum. R250 per adult and R150.00 per child u/12 per night.
Including: Day hikes with excellent Game Rangers. Catering available on request.
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Other activities:
- Game viewing with your own vehicle, roads are accessible to all types.
- Exciting game drives at R150.00 per person, including a visit to the lion breeding centre.
- Swimming pool and games room with DSTV at the main camp (Trading Post).
- Excellent bird watching – more than 125 species identified and listed already.
- Excellent photography – apart from all the game and birds, come and experience our panoramic sun sets.
- Stunning star gazing at night and bushveld peace and serenity at it's best.
- A must "book" for all nature lovers!

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