Tarlton, West Rand
Gauteng might be the smallest province in the country, but it is home to an enormous variety of attractions, activities and towns that are well worth the visit. These include the epicentre, Johannesburg, as well as the historically and politically relevant Pretoria. One of the much smaller towns of this province is Tarlton. While little and secluded, Tarlton is the perfect base from which to see a host of exciting South African sights, thanks to its convenient locale.
The incredible Sterkfontein Caves are situated close to Tarlton, and are famous around the world for the fossils to which they have been home for millions of years. In fact, this entire area has been dubbed the Cradle of Humankind by many scientists, and is believed to have a history that dates back to between 20 and 30 million years.
The appeal of Tarlton lies in its serenity and the sense of calm that infuses every part of the visitors’ experiences here. Popular activities in the region include rock climbing, hiking and walking. Some of the nearby towns are Hartebeeshoek, Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg and Roodepoort.
The Tarlton summers are usually rather warm, but afternoons are cooled down with frequent, welcome thundershowers. Winter days are cool and the evenings quite cold.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options

Country Park
Country Park is situated off Beyers Naude Drive, in the tranquil country atmosphere of Honeydew / Muldersdrif in Gauteng. The park offers self ca...

The African Rock Guesthouse
Located in Roodepoort, The African Rock Guesthouse boasts easy access to malls and heritage sites. The guest house is just 59 kms from OR Tambo I...

26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel
Situated in Muldersdrift just 14 km from Lanseria Airport, 26 Degrees South Bush Boho Hotel is more than an African bush hotel, it is an experien...

Lanseria Country Estate
Lanseria Country Estate offers country-style accommodation three kilometres from Lanseria Airport. Enjoy a full continental breakfast with warm p...

Mount Savannah Game Reserve
Situated 20 kilometers outside of Krugersdorp, Mount Savannah Game Reserve accommodates four guests in each of the suites. Relaxing around the ce...

The Warehouse
The Warehouse is a designer loft home set in a security estate on the outskirts of Krugersdorp, about 40km from the centre of Johannesburg and bo...

Robins Nest 31
Robins Nest 31 can be found in a secure complex in Krugersdorp. Robins Nest 31 sleeps five guests in two bedrooms with single beds. There is one ...

Lethabo Estate
Lethabo Estate in Lanseria is set on the banks of the Crocodile River, centrally positioned very near Lanseria International Airport and a short ...

Fochville Guesthouse
Fochville Guesthouse offers accommodation in six individually decorated rooms. Each room is equipped with a bar fridge, a TV with Open View chann...
Noteworthy attractions

Sterkfontein Caves
The Sterkfontein Caves are a series of limestone caves 50 kilometres north west of Johannesburg that are not only the richest, but most productiv...

Goldfields West Golf Club
The Goldfields West Golf course meanders through a nature reserve, which is naturally a most relaxing and a completely unspoiled environment wher...

Krugersdorp Golf Club
Hundreds of pine trees, the well-manicured fairways and greens, and the sweeping winds of the distant Magaliesberg range, especially when one is ...

Randfontein Golf Club
The small town of Randfontein lies on the greatest gold reef in South Africa and was established in 1929 although its history dates back much fur...

Roodepoort Country Club
Nestling in the tranquil countryside of Ruimsig, west of Johannesburg, lies one of South Africa's most challenging championship golf courses, Roo...

Krugersdorp Game Reserve
The habitat is mainly grassveld with small dams and reedbeds at the northern-most end. The vast areas of open grassland in the reserve provide th...

Cradle of Humankind
The Cradle of Humankind Site comprises a strip of a dozen dolomitic limestone caves containing the fossillised remains of ancient forms of animal...

Roodepoort Museum
Set in the Roodepoort Civic Centre on Christiaan de Wet Road, the Roodepoort Museum capably covers Roodepoort’s long and diverse history, which d...

Croc City Crocodile Farm
Croc City Crocodile Farm provides the opportunity for the public to observe one of the world's most spectacular predators at close range. Croc Ci...
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