Attractions IN/AROUND Swinburne
National Parks / Nature Reserves
Golden Gate National Park
Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north-eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park's sandstone cliffs, especially ...
Mountain Passes
Middledale Pass
The Middledale Pass lies on the tarred S1101 linking Bergville, in KwaZulu-Natal with Swinburne, in the Free State. The journey is a more direct route between the two towns than either the N3 or R74 options, and links the farmers of the valleys to the ...
National Parks / Nature Reserves / World Heritage Sites
Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park
The Ukhahlamba Drakensberg Park has exceptional natural beauty in its soaring basaltic buttresses, incisive dramatic cutbacks, and golden sandstone ramparts. Rolling high altitude grasslands, the pristine steep sided river valleys and rocky gorges also ...
... and a little further afield
Cultural
Basotho Cultural Village
A visit to the Basotho Cultural Village which nestles at the foot of huge sandstone mountains, will give you a deeper insight into the lifestyle of the South Sotho from the 16th century to the picturesque present. On arrival, a friendly receptionist will ...
Golf Courses
Bethlehem Golf Club
The Bethlehem Golf Course is a Par 71 (W69), 18 hole golf course located in the lovely town of Bethlehem in the Free State. Facilities at Bethlehem Golf Club include a pro shop and driving range. Visitors are always welcome. To reach the Bethlehem golf ...
Mountain Passes
Bezuidenhout's Pass
This remote gravel pass lies in the mountainous region between Harrismith and Bergville on the border between the Free State and Kwazulu-Natal, not far east of the Sterkfontein Dam. As such Bezuidenhout's Pass is less of a drive and more of a 4x4 feat, ...
Golf Courses
Clarens Golf Estate
The par 71 golf course, designed and constructed by Golf Data, is bound to excite every level of golfer. All 18 holes meander along and across the tranquil river and its splendid series of dams and cascading waterfalls. The manicured Kikuyu fairways and ...
Nature Reserves
Clarens Village Conservancy
The Clarens Village Conservancy (CVC) is a group of people, homeowners and businesses who together look after the town's natural resources - land, water, energy and plants – so that everyone may enjoy them. A registered Non Profit Organisation, Clarens ...
Golf Courses
Harrismith Country Club
The Harrismith Country Club is a wonderfully kept course in the humble town of Harrismith. The golf course, famously known for being the third oldest in South Africa, enjoys a wonderful backdrop of the Harrismith Plateau and provides sweeping views over ...
Popular Tourist Routes
Maloti Route 26
The Maloti Route covers the distance between Rouxville and Fouriesburg in the Eastern Free State; a self-drive tarred road that hugs the Maluti Mountains - a series of sandstone cliffs that form the border between the Free ...
Landmarks / Mountain Passes
Moteng Pass
Like the dramatic Sani Pass the steep Moteng Pass also lies in Lesotho, accessed along the R711 from Fouriesburg in the Free State, via the border at Caledonspoort. It lies in the Maloti Mountains at a height of 2820 metres above sea level, a steep ...
Cultural / Miscellaneous / Religious
Motouleng Sacred Caves
Deep in the heart of the Free State there is a sense of ethereal mystery here, which seeps into every aspect of this countryside. And this is the breath-taking home of the ancient Motouleng Caves. These are more than just rocky ...
Game Farms / Game Parks / Game Reserves
Mount Everest Game Reserve
The privately owned Mount Everest Game Reserve is set in a particularly scenic part of the Free State close to the town of Harrismith and, despite its smallness, gives one access to Mount Everest (as well as the 'I've climbed Mt. Everest' t-shirt to ...
Swinburne as a destination
Also in the neighbourhood
Bethlehem, Clarens, Clocolan, Ficksburg, Fouriesburg, Harrismith, Kestell, Ladybrand, Memel, Paul Roux , Rosendal, Senekal, Van Reenen, Vrede, Warden
Staying Overnight
Lake Clarens Guesthouse
Set in the magnificent Maluti Mountains of the Eastern Free State, is the quaint village of Clarens. It is here, at the entrance of Clarens, wher...
Patcham Place B&B
Patcham Place is situated in the heart of the delightful mountain village of Clarens in the Eastern Free State. The village is only 15km from the...
Stonehaven
Stonehaven is situated in the scenic village of Clarens and walking distance from all amenities such as curio shops, art galleries, its own brewe...
Green Olive Panorama
The Green Olive Panorama offers luxurious and spacious Free State accommodation in Panorama, Bethlehem. The guest house is just 400m from the Dih...
Lavender Hill Country Estate
Located just five minutes’ drive from Bethlehem and en route to Harrismith and Clarens, Lavender Hill Country Estate enjoys a prime position with...
Barrister House
Situated in Clarens, Barrister House offers comfortable accommodation for up to 10 guests. From here you are near to a variety of attractions and...
Upper House
In the vibey village of Clarens, Upper House offers luxury and tranquility for the traveler or business exec seeking a quiet break. Upper House o...
His Vessel Guesthouse
His Vessel Guest House is a charming B&B in Clarens, just a 5 min drive / walk from Clarens Central. The small town of Clarens is situated at the...
Bella Rosa Guest House
Situated in the heart of the scenic Eastern Highlands, this comfortable country house is a home away from home stop over decorated with antiques ...
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