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

Ons Dorpshuis
Ons Dorphuis offers a range of accommodation options and room layouts to suit your party size and your budget. Choose from rooms, some with self ...

Battle Creek Lodge
Explore the magic of Magaliesburg while enjoying luxurious accommodations, exceptional hospitality, and engaging activities for the entire family...

Kareekloof Game Farm
Kareekloof Game Farm is a privately owned countryside destination where we offer the ideal break away from the stress and strain of city life. A ...

Bambelela Lodge
Bambelela Lodge offers comfortable accommodation ideally positioned just 3km from Waterfall Mall and 6km from the city centre. Its prime location...

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...

The Pecan Lake Guesthouse
The Pecan Lake is a holiday home with five en-suite bedrooms (sleeps 10). The meticulously designed spaces ensure that your stay is characterised...

Arotin Game Lodge
Surrounded by a backdrop of tranquil bushveld splendour, Arotin Game Lodge in the North West Province is situated just outside Brits. We offer lu...

Rantsho Lifestyle Guesthouse
Rantsho Lifestyle Guesthouse is situated in Mogwase adjecent to the Pilanesberg National Park. This guest house is ideally situated just 20 minut...

Lavender House at Thirsty Falls
Lavender House is nestled against the southern slopes of the Magaliesberg Mountains 3 km off the R24, between Magaliesburg and Rustenburg. Lavend...
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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