Olifantsnek, Bojanala Region
Olifantsnek (which is an Afrikaans term that means “elephant's neck”) is a small area nestled between Maanhaarrand and Rustenburg in the North West Province of South Africa. This places it near the exquisite Magaliesberg Mountain Range, which remains one of the country's most spectacular natural attractions.
Visitors to Olifantsnek are urged to explore the surrounding mountains on foot, discovering the fauna and flora that graces its many trails. This allows you to breathe in the fresh air, feel the sunshine and be part of the natural splendour of Africa at a comfortable pace. Local wildlife includes many different antelope species, as well as birds and a small number of predators.
Summers in Olifantsnek are hot and rainy, while winters can become very cold, but remain drier. These conditions have proved to be ideal for the citrus and cotton farms all around, which make for stunning landscapes.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Mziki Safari Lodge
Mziki Safari Lodge offers a natural haven for eco-travellers looking for an encounter with the African bush. Set on 12 500 acres of prime bushvel...
Battle Creek Lodge
Explore the magic of Magaliesburg while enjoying luxurious accommodations, exceptional hospitality, and engaging activities for the entire family...
Lion House
Lion House is located in the quiet, secure Phelabontle Estate, in Mogwase. It is 3km from Pilanesberg Game Park and 19km from Sun City. Lion Hous...
OppiPlasie Guest House
OppiPlasie Guest House is located in the bushveld and offers Brits accommodation. The Guest House is surrounded by lush greenery in the summer mo...
Bophirima Boutique Hotel
Bophirima Boutique Hotel is a luxury boutique hotel in Rustenburg nestled at the foothill of the Kgaswane Nature Reserve Mountains. Bophirima Bo...
Rosemary Cottage at Thirsty Falls
Thirsty Falls Rosemary is holiday cottage sleeping two guests. There is a well-equipped kitchenette and a comfortable lounge area with a log fire...
Stay Harties Unit Seven
Stay Harties Unit Seven offers relaxing self-catering accommodation in Hartbeespoort Dam on a lovely, private estate. Stay Harties Unit Seven is ...
Echo Garden Guesthouse
Centrally located in Rustenburg, Echo Garden Guesthouse offers comfortable accommodation and strives to provide only the most professional and fr...
Lily Park Lodge
Lily Park Lodge offers accommodation in Rustenburg, North West Province. The lodge is close to the Waterfall Mall Shopping Centre and the Safari ...
Noteworthy attractions
Borakalalo National Park
An abundance of wildlife and prolific birdlife (more than 350 bird species) can be viewed in the Borakalalo National Park and the park is also a ...
Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Perfect for weekend hiking because of the easy access from both Johannesburg and Pretoria, Kgaswane Mountain Reserve is littered with beautiful r...
Madikwe Game Reserve
Madikwe Game Reserve is about 70 000 hectares of bushland, about 3 hours' drive from Johannesburg. It is one of South Africa's largest and most p...
Pilanesberg National Park
The Pilanesberg National Park, which covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on t...
Vaalkop Dam Nature Reserve
Vaalkop Dam Nature Reserve, just 90 minutes from Johannesburg and 30 minutes from Sun City, is dominated by broken bushveld and is a renowned are...
Gary Player Country Club
Continually ranked the best golf course in South Africa, the Gary Player Golf course sets the standard. It is arguably the most famous course in ...
Lost City Country Club
Situated over a hill from the Gary Player Country Club, the Lost City's layout is different in character. With the wide fairways and receptive gr...
Royal Bafokeng Stadium
Formally known as the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace, this stadium is situated in Rustenburg, which is a charming town at the foot of the Magaliesb...
Sun City Resort
The extravagant Sun City Resort complex is known the world over as a tourism hotspot. The Lost City is the obvious highlight of the Sun City comp...
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