Boekenhoutskloof, Northern Gauteng
About half an hour's drive north east of Pretoria, nestled in the foothills of the Bobbejaans Mountains, lies Boekenhoutskloof, named, it seems, after the Boekenhout tree that is prevalent in the area.
It is hard to believe that it's possible to achieve such a complete escape so close to a city, but Boekenhoutskloof is not only malaria-free country, it is true untamed bushveld. Tranquility, mountains, indigenous bush and wild animals make this part of the world a sanctuary for many city dwellers.
Bird life prevails - a particular colony of cliff swallows is famous in the Boekenhoutskloof amongst birders - and there is little to disturb the peace. Yet you are close enough to Cullinan to visit the little, historic town or play a round of golf on the golf course, should you need the diversion.
The peaceful Seringveld Conservancy, which lies just 15 kilometres outside of Cullinan, is a fine example of bushveld dominated by over 100 tree species that includes the Boekenhout that serves as a haven for birds - all 260 species of them. Seringveld, which is making a great effort to protect its unique landscape, falls within the Dinokeng area - part of an initiative by the government to establish a tourist destination close to urban Gauteng.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Amy's Camp at the Kevin Richardson Foundation
Amy's Camp at the Kevin Richardson Foundation Reserve provides an exceptional glamping experience, offering guests the opportunity to immerse the...
Five Pebbles on Piece of Africa
Five Pebbles is a self catering chalet on Piece of Africa bushveld farm. The chalet is ideal as a quiet, break away for couples. The open plan ch...
Hayward's Safari House
Elegantly appointed in simplistic safari style, Hayward's Safari House is an ideal weekend accommodation getaway for those looking for peace and ...
Things to do in the area
McCarthy Rhino Park 4x4 Trail
Just north-east of Johannesburg and 35 kilometres from Pretoria in the Gauteng Province of South Africa is the McCarthy Rhino Park 4x4 Trail. Thi...
Noteworthy attractions
Blue Valley Golf Estate
Named for the blue skies and open country of its surroundings, the Gary Player designed Blue Valley is a perfect blend of hospitality, sport and ...
Centurion Country Club
Centurion Golf Course is an excellent Golfing Estate with a very challenging golf course designed by Peter Matkovich. Two different nines, where ...
Zwartkop Country Club
The Zwartkop Country Club is situated on what was originally the farm Zwartkop named after the bird found nesting on the farm. It has long been a...
Leeuwkloof Valley Conservancy
The Leeuwkloof Valley Conservancy, a 400 hectare game reserve, is situated 1 hour from Johannesburg and 30 minutes from Pretoria. In the heart of...
Rietvlei Nature Reserve
The Rietvlei Nature Reserve is one of the world's largest urban nature reserves, 3 800 hectares in extent, situated south of the city but still w...
Roodeplaat Dam Nature Reserve
The Roodeplaat dam was constructed in 1956 and was initially called the 'Pienaars Rivier Dam'. The Dam supplied the surrounding landowners with i...
Cullinan Diamond Mine
Just twenty minutes' drive from Pretoria brings one to the quaint little town of Cullinan that time appears to have little affected. The Cullinan...
Tswaing Meteorite Crater Museum
One of only four meteorite crater museums in the world (the others are in the US, Germany and France) the Tswaing Crater and its museum lie rough...
Rust De Winter Nature Reserve
The pretty Rust de Winter Nature Reserve lies north east of Hammanskraal and close enough to the N1 and Pretoria to make a weekend of it. Places ...
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