Trails: Rustenburg Region, North West Province, South Africa

Boe Boe's Nest
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Koster
Description: The Boe- Boe Nest is situated in the Koster/Swartruggens area - Only one day trails: 10 km -GPS wilderness Trail - along the Elands river. Rock pools and waterfalls, past an island "Jurasic Park" where "dinosaurs" await the hiker. Indigenous vegetation. Swimming pool and braai facilities on island. BASE CAMP: 20 persons. 2 HUTS 10 beds each. Electricity, kitchenette with cooking utensils, fridge, 2 plate stove. Bring own cutlery and bedding. Splash pool in camp. Fufe slide, mountain bike trails, canoeing, tubing and fishing allowed.
Comments: Beautiful island lapa and pool. Waterfalls, swimming, abseiling (bring own equipment); Fires only allowed at demarcated sites; crossing the Elands River is difficult when in flood.
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: + 27 (0)12 662 1140/ 0586.
Fax: 086 548 2348
Cell: + 27 (0)82 824 6197
e-mail: anvie@iburst.co.za
Web: http://www.anvieventures.co.za

Bergheim
Trail Type: Day walk
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Description: Bergheim is situated in the northern part of the Magaliesberg mountains, not far from Rustenburg in North West Province. The resort offers great hiking opportunities for people who need to break away for the day from the city and the shopping malls. Bergheim is also ideal for a camping or caravanning weekend and has a swimming pool braai facilities and tuck shop. A day hike at Bergheim makes for a good days outing, but it should be noted that the walk is largely unmarked and therefore needs a fare amount of orienteering to prevent getting lost. However, if you keep the gorge and stream in consideration, it should not present any problems. The climb to the top can be strenuous especially in summer and it is important to have an early start and take plenty of drinking water along (2 litres recommended)
Tel: +27 (0)14 537 2363

Bobbejaan
Trail Type: Day walk
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Description: 2 km day walk.
Comments: Mountains and waterfalls, no dogs or fires allowed; beware of snakes.
Enquiries: Rustenberg Kloof
Tel: + 27 (0)14 594-1037/8/9
Fax: + 27 (0)14 594-1045
e-mail: rthkloof@mweb.co.za

Eagle Cove
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: Kumbagana Game Park
Description: Eagle Cove is a very popular hiking trail situated in the heart of the Magaliesberg mountains. 3 x Well planned AND well maintained -5 km, 6 km and 10 km day trails start and end at the Base camp. 30m descending steps taking hikers down in stunning kloof. Indigenous bushes, sparkling mountain streams. Excellent panoramic views. A lot of game, good number of birds and indigenous trees. Nature lovers paradise!!! Eagle Cove Base camp for 20 people. Black Eagle Camp for 30 hikers. Both camps: Electricity, under cover braai areas, cooking utensils, fridges, stoves and fire wood provided. Neat ablutions.
Comments: Climb with steel ladders into valleys with swimming holes. There is a 3km walk from reception to base camp. Transport at a fee on request.
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: + 27 (0)12 662 1140/ 0586.
Fax: 086 548 2348
e-mail: anvie@iburst.co.za
Web: http://www.anvieventures.co.za

Eye View Hiking Trail
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: only 135 km from Pretoria, outside Rustenburg on the Koster road.
Description: The Hiker's Dapper Stapper Bush camp is situated at the foot of the mountain. This is part of the Eye View hiking Trail. There are 4 X 2-3 bed Wooden cabins and stone build hut accommodating 8-15 people. Bring own sleeping bags, bedding and pillows. A communal bush kitchen with all basic facilities and cooking utensils, cosy braai lapa and boma. Bring own cutlery and crockery. Ablutions block with separate ladies and gents showers, flush toilets and hand basins. Day 1: 12 KM Day 2: 5 KM. 2 x Beautiful, well planned day circular trails with stunning panoramic views- from there the name "Eye View" , kranses, ravines, lush indigenous vegetation, abundant birdlife,(more than 150 species), a lot of game to be seen. On a clear day hikers will be able to see the Olifantsnek dam and Hartebeespoortdam. The attentive hiker may come across the rare blue Japanese Umbrella mushrooms: Coprinus plicatilis.
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: +27 (0)12 662 1140/ 0586
Fax: 086 548 2348
e-mail: anvie@iburst.co.za
Web: http://www anvieventures.co.za

Koperfontein
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Rustenburg [Back to Top]
Location: 10km south of the Olifantsnek Dam
Description: 10 km/ 2 days; circular; accommodation in bungalow for 14 persons.
Enquiries: Mrs Kleingeld
Tel: + 27 (012 333-3944
Cell: + 27 (0)82 572 4585

Kranskloof
Trail Type: Hiking trail
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: 30 km east of Rustenburg (Magaliesberg)
Description: 18 km/2 day; average; guide available; circular; camping at base; overnight hut sleeps 20 persons, hot water. 10 persons min.
Neville Grading: 6.59
Comments: The trail goes through kloofs and interesting rock formations. Onto the Magaliesberg with a beautiful view.
Enquiries: Ronald Bartlett
Tel: + 27 (0)14 535-0014
Fax: + 27 (0)14 535-0022
e-mail: joanvm@yebo.co.za

Pilanesberg National Park
Trail Type: Game walks
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Description: 5 day or weekend; in wilderness area; guided; offered by the Wilderness Leadership School; all equipment provided; 6-8 persons; no person under 16.
Enquiries: Wilderness Leadership School
Tel: + 27 (0)11 795-2421
Fax: + 27 (0)11 795-4150
Web: http://www.wls.org.za

RietfonteinValley Horse Trails
Trail Type: Horse trail
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: farm jq348, district, rustenburg
Description: Rietfontein Valley Horse Trails offers horse riding in the Magaliesberg, half an hour up to three hour rides, picnick rides, full moon rides, we also cater for wedding couples that whant something differen,e.g. bachelor party(Contact us for more information). birthday parties. ext...
Fax: 086 655 8766
Cell: +27 (0)71 870 0549
e-mail: horse.rvht@gmail.com

The Baviaanskrans Route: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Trail Type: Hiking trail
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve previously the Rustenburg Nature Reserve
Description: 19,5 km, includes the waterfall view and the Garden of Remembrance. Overnight facilities.
Comments: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve is situated on the summit and against the northern slopes of the Magaliesberg, a few kilometres south-west of Rustenburg. The Magaliesberg towers 400 metres above the surrounding plains and offers breathtaking views of the town and the Pilanesberg and Waterberg to the north, the Magaliesberg curving eastwards towards the Hartbeespoort Dam, and the plains of the Bushveld to the south and west.
Enquiries: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Tel: + 27 (0)14 533-2050
e-mail: magdag@iafrica.com
Web: http://www.parksnorthwest.co.za
Game viewing: Various types of antelope.

The Summit: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Trail Type: Hiking trail
Closest Town: Rustenburg
Location: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve previously the Rustenburg Nature Reserve
Description: 25,3 km, includes natural pools in which swimming is permitted in the Kgaswane Mountain Reserve. Overnight facilities.
Comments: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve is situated on the summit and against the northern slopes of the Magaliesberg, a few kilometres south-west of Rustenburg. The Magaliesberg towers 400 metres above the surrounding plains and offers breathtaking views of the town and the Pilanesberg and Waterberg to the north, the Magaliesberg curving eastwards towards the Hartbeespoort Dam, and the plains of the Bushveld to the south and west.
Enquiries: Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Tel: + 27 (0)14 533 2050
Fax: + 27 (0)14 533 0397
e-mail: marcusl@mweb.co.za
Web: http://www.tourismnorthwest.co.za/kgaswane
Game viewing: Various types of antelope including Sable antelope.

Grey Loerie/Grysloerie
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Swartruggens [Back to Top]
Description: 2 day circles in mountain and bushveld, 17kms and 7kms. Accommodation: Base Camp 30 persons in three separate rooms, each with its own hot shower and small coal stove. Lapa and braai-area, pots, pans and lanterns. Swimming pool.
Comments: Hike through savanna, indigenous forests, ravines and mountains. Horse riding and mountain biking also available.
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: + 27 (0)12 662-0586
Fax: + 27 (0)12 662 1140
e-mail: anvie@xsinet.co.za

Schoongezicht
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Swartruggens
Description: Schoongezicht offers three excellent day trails: 14-17km, 10 km and a 4km (birders trail) along the Elands river. Variety of terrain, lush indigenous vegetation, koppies , spruitjies, riverines. BASE CAMP: (20 beds) A beautifully restored farm house (4 bed rooms) with a big stoep all around, and a cosy rondavel (own bath room) for the "snorkers" . Big dining area and kitchen. Extra neat ablution block outside with additional showers and toilets. Boma area with braai facilities and conversation pit. . Excellent bird watching, game viewing, mountain biking, star gazing.
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: +27 (0)12 662 1140/ 0586
Fax: 086 548 2348
e-mail: anvie@iburst.co.za
Web: http://www.anvieventures.co.za

Visarend/ Fish Eagle
Trail Type: Day loops; central hut
Closest Town: Swartruggens
Description: 16 km 2 day; day one Waterfall Route 10 km; day 2 Maselkrans Route 6 km; No accommodation, provide own tents.
Comments: This trail is 3km long and should be suitable for most people. It winds through succulent Karoo vegetation and takes you to two lovely dams with bird hides. There have been 175 bird species recorded in the reserve
Enquiries: Anvie Ventures
Tel: + 27 (0)12 662-0586
Fax: + 27 (0)12 662-1140
e-mail: anvie@xsinet.co.za