Things To Do in Free State
Lying between the Vaal and Orange Rivers in the heart of South Africa, the Free State is the country’s ‘bread basket’, producing over 70% of the grain on 30 000 farms. Consistently blue skies and predominantly prairie-like scenery, accented only by the odd hill and the Eastern Highlands, await the visitor in a part of the country that is imbued with a warm hospitality. From the Maluti Route that follows the Highlands across the border into Lesotho, to pretty towns like Clarens, there are a wealth of activities and breathtaking scenery. Spend time in the city of roses, fossil hunting, exploring Rock Art, or riding a steam train along the Bethlehem-Bloemfontein railway.
Free State Things To Do
Featured Things To Do in Free State

Bloemfontein Zoo
Where: Bloemfontein
How much (per person): On Request
A visit to the Bloemfontein Zoo is the perfect opportunity to learn about some of the wildlife we have in South Africa. You can stroll ... more information

Dine Indian Style at The Raj
Where: Bloemfontein
How much (per person): On Request
In the mood for Indian food in Bloemfontein, try The Raj at The Windmill Casino. Here you can enjoy North Indian cuisine at its best. The ... more information

Spend the day in Maselspoort
Where: Bloemfontein
How much (per person): Free
Maselspoort is located a mere 23km from Bloemfontein, the capital of the Free State and has been an accessible escape for the people of ... more information

White water river rafting on the Ash River
Where: Clarens
How much (per person): On Request
The Ash river just outside Clarens in the Eastern Freestate is fed by the Trans Caledon Transfer Tunnel, which pumps water from the Katze ... more information

Berry Picking at Bon-Af Berry Farm
Where: Parys
How much (per person): On Request
For a day out with a difference, why not go berry picking at Bon-Af Berry Farm and experience picking berries straight from the bush. If ... more information

River Rafting at Carryblaire
Where: Parys
How much (per person): On Request
We offer two types of rafting. The first is a nature raft from Carryblaire approximately 5 km down river and is a must for nature lovers. ... more information

The Bottling Company Pub & Restaurant
Where: Ficksburg
How much (per person): On Request
The historic Bottling Company Pub & Restaurant at the corner of Piet Retief Street serves good steaks, pastas, chicken and fish dishes. The ... more information

Fishing at Amohela Ho Spitskop
Where: Clocolan
How much (per person): R1 to R100
A 2 ha dam is well stocked with rainbow trout, and adjacent deep water quarry is stocked with rainbow trout, black bass and carp. A further ... more information

Horse Riding at Mont Plaisir
Where: Fouriesburg
How much (per person): On Request
Enjoy the adventure of horse riding and discover the beauty of the Eastern Free State on horseback at Mont Plaisir Guest Farm. We offer a ... more information

Bird Watching at Carryblaire
Where: Parys
How much (per person): On Request
Carryblaire River Retreat is a registered bird sanctuary, and boasts approximately 450 species of birds in the area. Impressively, 100 ... more information






