North West, South Africa

This area is much visited by foreigners and locals alike. It is rich in game reserves and lodges, birdlife, nature and tranquility. Summers are very hot and only relieved when bucketing with rain. Winters are dry but can be on the cold side.

Health Requirements None.

Useful Numbers SA Police 10111; Palace of the Lost City 014-5573131; Sun City Hotel 014-5571001; Dome Conservancy 056-8112000; Lesedi Cultural Village Tour 011-39472; Tholo Tours & Safaris 014-5571684

North West Towns and Cities

North West Trails - Hiking, Mountain Biking, Canoeing, Horseback, 4 x 4



Top North West Game and Nature Reserves include...

Barberspan Bird Sanctuary near Delareyville – which houses 365 species of bird. Bloemhof Dam Nature Reserve.

Borakalalo National Park – bushveld and woodland with plenty birdlife and game, situated newar Brits.

Botsalano Game Park.

De Wildt Cheetah Research Centre, near Preotira – breeding of cheetah and other wildlife.

Madikwe Game Reserve - home to the rare Black rhino and the Big Five, situated on the border of Botswana.

Mafikeng Game Reserve with great birding opportunities and plenty game. Magaliesberg Natural Area.

Marico Bosveld Nature Reserve.

Molopo Nature Reserve.

Pilanesberg Game Reserve.

Rustenburg Nature Reserve, situated on slopes of Magaliesberg.

Lesedi Cultural Village in Magaliesburg Hills where guests can stay overnight and experience an authentic Pan African way of life.

S.A. Lombard Nature Reserve.

For more information please visit www.tourismnorthwest.co.za

Good Tip: For more hotspots, find your nearest North West Info Centre after arrival.

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