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
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Nkala Safari Lodge
Situated in the Pilanesberg National Park, Nkala Safari Lodge is an exclusive use lodge. The lodge is ideal for those who would like to explore t...
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Tranquility Lodge
Tranquility Lodge is a very private open plan lodge nestled amongst the trees and overhanging a small stream on the Mamagalie Mountain Lodge farm...
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Jahensu Hillside Lodge
Jahensu Hillside Lodge sleeps ten guests in four bedrooms. The first room has a King-size bed and a single bed. The second room has a Queen-size ...
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Mbazo Safari Lodge
Mbazo Lodge is located in the Black Rhino Game Reserve which forms an additional section of the malaria free Pilanesberg National Park. The Lodge...
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Lindleyspoort Guesthouse
Lindleyspoort Guesthouse offers six uniquely furnished rooms in the town of Swartruggens. Here you can enjoy a tranquil stay and are within easy ...
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Little Forest Farm Garden Suite
Little Forest Farm Garden Suite is part of the main house at Little Forest Farm. The Maanhaarrand accommodation is just over and hour's drive fro...
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Bakubung Bush Lodge
Set in the malaria-free Pilanesberg National Park, a venue of such excellence that it has been voted the ASATA / Diners Club "Best South African ...
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Asda Guesthouse
Situated in Mogwase, which is next to the Pilanesberg Game Reserve, Asda offers accommodation in a number of comfortable rooms. The property has ...
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Barbet Studio
Barbet Studio is an open plan studio apartment sleeping two guests. The studio is built with face brick, large sliding doors and windows, private...
Noteworthy attractions
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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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 ...
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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...
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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...
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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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