South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Enjoy stunning views of the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) and the Magaliesberg Mountain Range on hilly trails followed by German-Swiss sausages and draft Weiss beer 

This is one of those finds that make hiking in the Hartbeespoort area special. Located on the southern bank of the dam and just within the Cradle of Humankind, this is a culinary destination known in Hartbeespoort for its German-Swiss cuisine.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Enjoy stunning views of the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) and the Magaliesberg Mountain Range on hilly trails followed by German-Swiss sausages and draft Weiss beer 

This is one of those finds that make hiking in the Hartbeespoort area special. Located on the southern bank of the dam and just within the Cradle of Humankind, this is a culinary destination known in Hartbeespoort for its German-Swiss cuisine.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on the slopes of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range in a private reserve with great views of the area as part of a magnificent wildlife experience 

With over 5,000 hectares of natural African bushveld and an abundance of wildlife, the reserve offers daily game drives. The lodge is home to one of the largest private collections of ox wagons, carts and other animal-drawn vehicles built between 1800 and 1900.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on the slopes of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range in a private reserve with great views of the area as part of a magnificent wildlife experience 

This Game Reserve in the Magaliesberg is a unique hiking destination. You can walk in the game reserve either through the hills and bushveld (open grassfield) to encounter game or walk to the top of the mountain range for spectacular views of the valley. We recommend that you walk both trails to fully experience what the reserve has to offer. Both hikes are guided by experienced rangers.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Cross the Hennops River with a cable car and on a suspension bridge in a private nature reserve overlooking the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) on well-marked trails 

The area is a popular area for day visitors as they combine hiking with a visit to the camp with its braai facilities and swimming pool. The trails in the park are well-maintained and marked.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Cross the Hennops River with a cable car and on a suspension bridge in a private nature reserve overlooking the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) on well-marked trails 

The area is a popular area for day visitors as they combine hiking with a visit to the camp with its braai facilities and swimming pool. The trails in the park are well-maintained and marked.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Cross the Hennops River with a cable car and on a suspension bridge in a private nature reserve overlooking the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) on well-marked trails 

The area is a popular area for day visitors as they combine hiking with a visit to the camp with its braai facilities and swimming pool. The trails in the park are well-maintained and marked.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Cross the Hennops River with a cable car and on a suspension bridge in a private nature reserve overlooking the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) on well-marked trails 

The area is a popular area for day visitors as they combine hiking with a visit to the camp with its braai facilities and swimming pool. The trails in the park are well-maintained and marked.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Hike in the Cradle of Humankind with beautiful views of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with zebra, blesbok, impala, kudu, hartebeest, ostrich and other wildlife 

The farm overlooks the beautiful Magaliesberg Mountain Range and is home to a variety of wildlife to explore from the trail. We saw blesbok, impala, zebra and ostrich.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk in the hills of Broederstroom with great views of the area and excellent bird watching opportunities 

The reserve is located on land owned by the Nuclear Energy Corporation  of South Africa (NESCA) in an area known as Pelindaba, popular for hiking, mountain biking, and camping.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Enjoy the panoramic views from the hills near the Hennops River at a popular weekend destination in a pristine environment 

Within a 30 minutes’ drive from Pretoria is the Aloe Valley Meander. It is a peaceful hilly area named after the mountain aloes’ forests on the slopes of the Schurveberg mountain Range. The area is home to fine restaurants, resorts and spas/wellness centers and provides accommodation options.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with spectacular views of the valley on the grounds of a historic farm 

Situated on the slopes of the Magaliesberg, the farm dates to the 1930s when its main source of income was cattle and tobacco. The centerpiece of the farm is the old house that was completed in 1933. The farm is home to several day trails and two overnight trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with spectacular views of the valley on the grounds of a historic farm 

Situated on the slopes of the Magaliesberg, the farm dates to the 1930s when its main source of income was cattle and tobacco. The centerpiece of the farm is the old house that was completed in 1933. The farm is home to several day trails and two overnight trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with spectacular views of the valley on the grounds of a historic farm 

Situated on the slopes of the Magaliesberg, the farm dates to the 1930s when its main source of income was cattle and tobacco. The centerpiece of the farm is the old house that was completed in 1933. The farm is home to several day trails and two overnight trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with spectacular views of the valley on the grounds of a historic farm 

Situated on the slopes of the Magaliesberg, the farm dates to the 1930s when its main source of income was cattle and tobacco. The centerpiece of the farm is the old house that was completed in 1933. The farm is home to several day trails and two overnight trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on top of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with spectacular views of the valley on the grounds of a historic farm 

Situated on the slopes of the Magaliesberg, the farm dates to the 1930s when its main source of income was cattle and tobacco. The centerpiece of the farm is the old house that was completed in 1933. The farm is home to several day trails and two overnight trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Hike among wildlife in Hartbeeshoek (near Hartbeespoort) on a private farm in the Cradle of Humankind among giraffes, wildebeests, nyalas, zebras and other wildlife 

Located not far from the Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng, the 650-hectare farm is a wonderful hiking destination on the Northern boundary of the Cradle of Humankind nature area. You can experience the bush “in its true glory” on the numerous hiking paths.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Hike among wildlife in Hartbeeshoek (near Hartbeespoort) on a private farm in the Cradle of Humankind among giraffes, wildebeests, nyalas, zebras and other wildlife 

Located not far from the Sterkfontein Caves and Maropeng, the 650-hectare farm is a wonderful hiking destination on the Northern boundary of the Cradle of Humankind nature area. You can experience the bush “in its true glory” on the numerous hiking paths.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Hike to the summit of the magnificent Magaliesberg Mountain Range through unspoiled nature with the famous Shelter Rock, sandstone sculptures, the ruins of an Iron Age village and ruins of forts dating back to the second Boer War (1899-1902) 

The Magaliesberg Mountain Range is a hikers’ paradise and this trail certainly leads the pack when it comes to quality and variety in a safe hiking environment. The trail is maintained by the owners of a farm who will ensure that you have a great day in the mountains.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on the slopes of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range for a great view of the valley while relaxing at a mountain lodge known for its superior cuisine and breathtaking views 

The lodge is not far from the Cradle of Humankind, the impressive Askari Game Lodge & Spa (with its lions, hippos, elephants, giraffes, over 500 wildebeests, and excellent hiking opportunities), several microbreweries, the Van Gaalen Cheese Farm and its hiking and biking trails as well as the nearby Rustig and Shelter Rock hiking trails.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on a network of hiking and biking paths from an authentic Dutch cheese farm in the heart of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with magnificent views of the nearby Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) and valleys 

Located near the Magaliesberg Mountain Range, an impressive network of about 100 kilometers of hiking and biking trails has been developed.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Walk on a network of hiking and biking paths from an authentic Dutch cheese farm in the heart of the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with magnificent views of the nearby Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) and valleys 

Located near the Magaliesberg Mountain Range, an impressive network of about 100 kilometers of hiking and biking trails has been developed.

South Africa - Hiking Trails in and Around Pretoria and Johannesburg.Hike near a Cape vulture colony in the Magaliesberg Mountain Range with stunning views of the Hartbeespoort valley and its lake 

Although this is not a trail for beginners as it is hard work to reach the top, the views of the Hartbeespoort Dam (lake) are truly outstanding. Every step is worth the investment in reaching the top. The hike is on private land.

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