North West Province Overview
The North West Province is mostly pretty close to the urban conurbation of Johannesburg and Pretoria
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In and Around
North West Province
Game Reserves Resorts Tourism Regions Towns World Heritage Sites
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Author: Samantha Black
Submitted: 05 May 2009
The North West Province is mostly pretty close to the urban conurbation of Johannesburg and Pretoria. While vast areas are dedicated to maize and cattle farming, and the mining industry is very well developed, there are some wonderful destinations.
The fantastic Madikwe Game Reserve, right on the Botswana border is a wonderful place with all of the Big Five and - major bonus - a large population of the gorgeous and endangered African wild dog. It's not often you get to see these particularly attractive animals, with their 'painted' coats and white tipped tails.
Another fantastic reserve is Pilanesburg, which is situated in an enormous volcanic crater - long extinct, don't worry. One of the major attractions of Pilanesberg is the hot air balloon flights from which you're likely to see a variety of animals. Pilanesberg is smack bang next door to the rather over-the-top casino resort of Sun City and the outrageous Lost City. As well as gambling, there are fun rides, water parks, horse trails and two championship golf courses. It's all designed to separate you from your hard earned cash but, if you go there expecting that, you'll have loads of fun.
The small town of Groot Marico is deeply entrenched in the South African psyche as the setting for the stories of one of the country's most well loved authors - Herman Charles Bosman. His rather far fetched, hilariously funny and touchingly poignant short stories tell of the ambitions and misadventures of the thinly fictionalised residents of this rural enclave in the early 20th century. And Bosman lives on. The whole town is a tribute to the man who put it - literally - on the map. The literature map, that is. You can do a mampoer tasting trips, which are only recommended for people with strong and healthy livers, visit the pub in which most of his stories are set, and do some general tours of the area, including a visit to the Eye of Mariko - a pretty spring, which is also a rather low key dive site, strangely enough.
Really close to Johannesburg is the lovely Magaliesburg, where you'll find all manner of rural pleasures including craft outlets and studios, coffee shops, restaurants, guest houses, cheese factories, horse trails and hot air balloon rides.
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Hot air ballooning near Pilanesberg
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Lost City beach
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Rock climbing in the Magaliesburg
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Accommodation near North West Province
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(Please note: distances shown are 'as the crow flies', and not necessarily the actual travelling distance)
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Why don't you spoil your Loved one in an Exclusive Private 6 seater Spa surrounded by nature and peacefulness. For a romantic breakaway! Anniversaries, Wedding Night. Rondombos is secluded, situated in inside the Majestic Magaliesberg Mountains, south of near Brits. (Couples only.) MINIMUM STAY, 2 NIGHTS. -
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10% discount
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We give 10% discount if stay is 4 nights or longer. (excluding public holiday weekends)
Free bottle of bubbly included.
One bag 4 kg charcoal and one bag firewood included.
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Tranquil self catering units, fully equipped incl. private splash pool, braai and indoor fire place. 100 km from Johannesburg. two Options available: A secluded stone cottage (sleeps two) perfect for a romantic getaway or a converted railway coach (sleeps maximum eight) great for the family.
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40% discount
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Enjoy a mid week getaway for the two of you for only R1200 for 4 nights. For larger groups, a discount of approximatly 40% will apply. (The special offer applies during the school term)
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In the heart of the magnificent Magaliesberg mountain range lies Mamagalie Mountain Lodge. Head northwest from Johannesburg and after a 1 ½ hour's journey our warm welcome awaits you. On arrival, relax and unwind with a refreshing drink, then take time to enjoy the majestic views over the Buffelspoort Valley and dam while you cool off in the swimming pool. Regret, no 1night stays over weekends.
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6 spacious & luxurious self catering units less than an hour's drive from JHB. Pretoria Good location for 4 of the word cup stadiums (Rustenburg, Pretoria and Johannesburg . Peaceful, romantic, panoramic mountain views, patio with braai, inside fireplaces, jacuzzi bath, TV, DVD, walking trails. Pet friendly (by arrangement) Horse riding nearby, pool table, lapa and rock swimming pool.
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TGCSA accredited self-catering accommodation in private cottages. Breakfast & dinner on request.
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Spoil yourself with some deeply pampering spa treatments in the hills of Magaliesburg. Cold and heated swimming pools, mineral therapy ponds, open-air exercise lapa, residents lounge, and many more.
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Are you looking for a romantic and pet friendly getaway in the country? Perched high above the distant village of Magaliesburg, we offer 6 top class, fully equipped secluded and luxurious self-catering timber cottages accommodating from 2 to 8 guests each. All are designed and equipped to give you the feeling of home from home and to make your stay that much more comfortable. We are family and
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Hornbill Lodge & Legends, Magaliesburg Hornbill Lodge offers luxury accommodation in the Riverine Forest on the banks of the Magalies River, in Magaliesburg, South Africa.The lodge consists of six rooms and a lounge. We have one self catering unit which sleeps six people. All units are fully air-conditioned and luxuriously furnished.
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A 2000 hectare game and cattle ranch nestles below two and a half kilometres of the cliffs, kloofs and the mountain forest of the Magaliesberg. Thaba Manzi is a venue where you can truly escape from the city life. Come experience the wonder of multi-coloured indigenous Nguni Cattle and Pedi sheep, sharing grassing with Haartbees, Eland, Gemsbok, Nyala, Zebra, Blesbok and graceful Giraffe as they
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Experience hospitality and tranquility. Private rooms walk you out onto a courtyard that will make you feel at home. The rooms have an en-suite bathroom, TV, Coffee/Tea/Fridge facilities and a desk for the business person. Secure parking puts you at ease during a night's deserving rest.
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