Recreation

  • Bird watching
  • Country walks
  • Trout and bass fishing
  • 'War and Wilderness' excursions
  • Golf
  • Hot air ballooning by arrangement
  • Sterkfontein and Wonder Caves (Palaeontology tours)
  • Blaauwbank and Kromdraai Gold Mines
  • Game Reserves, Rhino and Lion Park
  • Sun City and the Lost City
  • National Bird of Prey centre

The Cradle of Humankind
The Cradle of Humankind is unique in that since 1947, there have been great scientific discoveries, which have been a breakthrough in the search of the origins of humankind. These include a 3.3 million year old ancestor of humankind, stone tools dating back some 2 million years and the world's most perfect pre-human skull ever found - affectionately known as Mrs. Ples. There are twelve explored sites within the Cradle of Humankind area including the Sterkfontein Caves. The Fossil Hominid Sites of Sterkfontein, Swartkrans, Kromdraai and Environs. Known as the Cradle of Humankind, was declared a World Heritage Site (WHS) due to its outstanding universal value to significant palaeo-anthropological and archaeological discoveries made within the twelve sites. Aside from the rich anthropological value of the area, the Cradle of Humankind also boasts game reserves, a show cave which dates back 2 200 million years ago, and the first gold mine on the Witwatersrand, conference centers and upmarket lodges. The area is also a rich haven for those with a passion for trout fishing and has restaurants of international standards.

Blaauwbank Historical Gold Mine
Built around 1902 toward the end of the Boer War. Visit the oldest Gold Mine in Gauteng and join us for the experience of a lifetime!

Corriloch Koi Farm
Koi Farm and wedding village.

Western Cane Trading
Open seven days a week, this charming country establishment sells Cane, Oregon and Wrought Iron furniture. Tea is served in the Rose Garden.

Oostburg International Flowers
In 1995 we started the flower nursery, growing flowers for the home industry/market and also for export. We currently have 15 000m2 greenhouses where we grow Chrysanthemums and Bouvardia and 27 000m2 of shade netting with Lysimachia, Veronica, Phlox and Solidago. We also organize tours for groups with a minimum of 10 persons.

Arts and Crafts

The gallery of Angela Eidelman
Housed in one of the original Cottages of the Magalieberg. Angela is a well known artist and has Work in many private and municipal collections. Come and enjoy original watercolour and oil paintings. Open Sundays and Public Holidays, 9am - 5pm. Weekdays by appointment.

Crab Creek Nursery
Suppliers of seedlings, annuals and perennials. Go wild with a variety of indigenous shrubs & trees. Renowned Magaliesberg roses sold directly to the public. Visit the Crab Creek Nursery for friendly advice and service at the Magaliesburg Trading Post.

Delcaro
Exclusively designed, Delcardo furniture is individually handmade by skilled craftsmen. Combining exotic hardwoods with original wrought iron designs, every piece is an original and will grace any home, office or hospitality venue. We also stock a unique selection of gifts and accessories. Trade prices to public from showroom. Closed Wednesdays.

Van Gaalen Kaasmaker' - cheese factory
Open 7 days a week. On our farm we produce cheese according to old Dutch traditions and recipes. We offer guided tours in which we show the process of cheese making. A unique variety of cheese is available at our farm shop, as well as odds and ends. Shadowed by the magnificent Magalies, enjoy our superb view including a dam, which abundant bird life visits, whilst having breakfast or a cheese lunch. Wedding and function facilities. Bookings essential.

Sports and Recreaction

Bill Harrops Original Balloon Safaris
Bookings are essential for this unique experience, which is an elegant, eccentric adventure in space and time, hovering at tree top height while you wave to local farmers below. Your pilot will also take you soaring high among the clouds and whilst you drift along slowly, your "720" degree wrap-around panoramic view of the Magalies River Valley will leave you breathless.

Magalies Barbus Haven "Quality Fly Fishing"
The eco-friendly fly-fishing venue. Experience quality fly-fishing in a peaceful and private environment. "Wild" small and large scale yellowfish are abundant in six kilometres of pristine Magalies River. We also offer Bass/Carp in our dam. Situated close to Magalies Village, 45 minutes from JHB and Pretoria. Equipment and experienced guides available.

Pecanwood Golf Estate
The golf course, designed by Jack Nicklaus, forms the perfect backdrop for the luxurious homes. An outstanding lifestyle, superb recreational facilities, wonderful setting and a wide choice of properties are a few reasons for investing in Pecanwood and discovering a new life. Sales Consultants on duty daily from 10am to 5pm. Non-Members R250.00. By appointment only.

Magalies Gliding Club
The club has around 200 members and offers introductory rides to casual visitors and potential new members. Our clubhouse has recently been extended and modernised, a swimming pool and braai facilities are available to members, families and their guests. Weekday flying can be arranged, including corporate "Team Building" groups.

Microlight Flights
The Davies Aircraft Corporation manufactures, operates and does flying training of Thunderbird Aeroplanes. It is an exhilarating and rewarding experience to be in control of your own aircraft. Come and join the many happy pilots enjoying this form of sports aviation.