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Wildt Cheetah & Wildlife
Research Centre
On
R513 off R511 Brits Road |
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Approx
45km |
cheetah@dewildt.org.za
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Tel:
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This
facility is renowned for
bringing the cheetah back
from the brink of extinction
through its captive breeding
programmes and for its
breeding success of rare and
endangered species. The
very rare King Cheetah was
first bred here and similar
success was achieved in
breeding Wild Dog, Brown
Hyena, Blue Duiker, Suni
Antelope and some species of
vultures and owls. Guided
tours enable visitors to see
animals up close and learn
of their nature and habitat.
Guided tours Tuesdays,
Thursdays and weekends 08h30
& 13h30.
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The
Elephant Sanctuary
Hartebeespoort (on R27 4km from the
dam) |
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Approx
50km |
elephantsanctuary@mweb.co.za |
Tel:
012
258 0423 |
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In the early 1900's the
Magaliesberg Mountains were rich
in wildlife and home to abundant
elephants. One hundred years
later the elephants have
returned to this area. A special
place in the heart of beautiful
African Bushveld, has been set
aside, and within this
sanctuary, you will meet our
elephants: Mosadi, Maroela,
Khumba, Thandi and Jabu. At the
sanctuary, under professional
supervision and control, guests
can observe and interact with
the elephants. |
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Krugersdorp
Game Reserve Kromdraai (on
R24 from Krugersdorp to Rustenburg) |
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Approx 35km |
info@afribush.co.za
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Tel:011
950 9900 |
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Set
in 1500 ha providing a varied
and diverse habitat to see White
Rhino, Buffalo, Zebra,
Wildebeest, Giraffe and Hippo as
well as many antelope species.
In the centre there is an 100
ha. Lion enclosure.
Day and night drives accompanied
by experienced guides provide an
exciting adventure. Restaurant,
bar, braai area and swimming
pool.
Open daily 08h00 - 17h00 |
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The
Lion Park
(close to the R55 and R512 intersection) |
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Approx
25km |
lionpark@cknet.co.za |
Tel:
011
460 1814 |
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Among the more unusual game
parks is a 200ha
lion reserve. Visitors
drive along a winding
road through the game area,
where they may see black
wildebeest, gemsbok, impala,
blesbok, zebra and ostrich. Then
travel through
the lion compounds. Have
your photo taken with a cub.
Restaurant; curio shop; braai
area; night drives and guided
tours.
Open daily between 08h00 - 18h00 |
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Lion
and Rhino Park
Kromdraai |
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Approx
35km |
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The Rhino &
Lion Nature Reserve is a privately owned, non-subsidized game reserve,
covering approximately 1600ha situated in the
"Cradle of Humankind", a
declared World Heritage Site.
There are more than 20 species
andover 600 head of game
included whie rhino, lion and
buffalo. Special compounds have
been eredcted for wild dog and
cheetah. Birds of Prey
show; restaurant & bar
overlooking the crocodile pool; curio
shop; braai area. |
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Bird
Gardens at Montecasino Montecasino
Boulevard, Fourways |
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Approx
10km |
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Tel:
011 511 1864 |
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With
over 100 bird species and a
variety of reptiles and small
animals, here you can spend a
few hours walking through the
aviaries and galleries in this
sanctuary of enchanting
wildlife. There is a"Flight
of Fantasy" bird show where
birds fly completely
unrestrained during the course
of an educational and
entertaining presentation. Shows
are at 11h00 and 15h00 daily.
Open Tuesdays to Sundays 08h30
to 17h00. |
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Pilansberg
National Park
(Next to Sun City) |
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Approx 160km |
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2
and a half hours drive from
Johannesburg, this 55000ha game
park, nestles in an extinct
volcano in North West Province.
You will have the chance to see
the "Big 5", Cheetah
and Wild Dog among the 8000
animals and 300 bird species
found here. A very early start
is needed if you are to make the
most of this day trip that can
be combined with a stop at Sun
City. |
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