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
Thaba Khaya Lodge
Over an hour from Johannesburg and 40 minutes from Pretoria in the Northwest Province hides an exquisite retreat called Thaba Khaya Lodge. This l...
Boschdal Guesthouse
Boschdal Guesthouse in a beautiful and peaceful area in Rustenburg. We offer friendly service, with staff always willing to go out of their way t...
Sunbird Studio at Thirsty Falls
Sunbird Studio is an open plan studio apartment sleeping two guests. Outside there is a patio with braai facilities. The studio is built with fac...
@ Home Guest House
@ Home Guest House offers easy access to Sun City and the Pilanesberg National Park. Room facilities include DStv, air conditioning, tea / coffee...
Maroela Guesthouse
Situated in the quaint town of Brits in the North West Province of South Africa, Maroela Guesthouse offers ultimate comfort and relaxation. Our f...
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 ...
Bly-'n-Bietjie
Situated on the foot of the Magaliesberg, you will find Bly-'n-Bietjie accommodation units nestled in the Africa bushveld. A lovely two bedroom, ...
Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge
The Shepherd's Tree Game Lodge nestles in an exclusive use zone in the south-western portion of the 55,000ha Pilanesberg Game Reserve. This game ...
Protea House at Thirsty Falls
Thirsty Falls Protea is holiday home sleeping two guests. The cottage is furnished with a Queen-size bed and has a bathroom fitted with a spa bat...
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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