In the Area


FOR THOSE GUESTS WISHING TO DO SOMETHING DIFFERENT, WE RECOMMEND THE FOLLOWING INTERESTING ACTIVITIES.


The Kruger National Park is only 130km, away – about an hour and a half’s drive. Horse Riding on trails within 18km. Bird watching all around. Debegeni waterfall, with walking trails, swimming, braaing and picnics 7km. Fly fishing on our farm and also in our river and dams nearby. Ebenezer, Tzaneen, Magoebaskloof and Dap Naude dams.can be viewed in the area. Agatha Crocodile Ranch (with guided educational and entertainment tours daily) about 35km away. Abseiling in the mountains of Georges Valley. Paintball in Pietersburg and Tzaneen. Pottery and Ceramic studios. Golf at the championship-rated Merensky Golf Course, Letaba District Country Club in Tzaneen and Pietersburg Golf Club. Shopping and movies in Pietersburg 70km drive and Tzaneen 23km (no movies). Cherry blossom gardens about 10km. Nurseries in the area which are well known for azaleas, cherry trees and many more. The Ancient Cycad forest at Modjadji, home of the legendary “Rain Queen” can be explored which is about 35km. Sapekoe Tea Estates at Middelkop unfortuneatly is not longer functioning due to land claims but it is still a great view to go up to Pekoe View and enjoy a bite about 15km drive. Biggest Baobab in South Africa about 45km drive. Rainforests where you can hike and enjoy nature. Water sports can be enjoyed on nearby Ebenezer and Tzaneen Dams. Squash court only 5km away. Hiking trails can be arranged for those who wish to see more of the region. Barnyard Theatre at Stanford College. Ebenezer Mile in February. Glenfiddich Fly-fishing competition in July. Jazz festival.


Sunset Queen House Boat The "Sunset Queen" is based at Ebenezer dam and offers day cruises, conference and overnight accommodation for up to 35 passengers (minimum 10 people). She is equipped with a viewing deck upstairs, can be fully closed against the elements, separate hot and cold showers and toilet. The vessel has been inspected and approved by the South African Maritime safety authority and all required safety equipment is on board. A Webber and gas braai, tables and chairs are included. For sailing times and bookings please telephone (015) 276 4972 Amazing Maze Planted and developed on a traditional maze design, this hedge of brain-teasing passages promises to give a third dimension to your holiday of relaxation, indulgence in the good life and empty thoughts. Enjoy exciting family fun, with help at hand if you fail to find your way out. Children, not used to the concept of a maze, find it as exciting as anything the city has to offer. Come and tackle the maze - you owe yourself the fun! For more information telephone Di Blight on (015) 305 3137 Filly's Way Mountain Horse Trails A great opportunity for the visitor who would like to experience horse riding in the hills and valleys in the Haenertsburg and Magoebaskloof area. One hour and two hour out rides that can take you through forests and grasslands, rivers and the surrounding mountains. R90 for the one hour ride and R140 for the two hour ride. Pony rides for young children on the farm at R30 / child for half an hour. Picnic trails on request and must be booked in advanced. For more information and bookings phone 082 294 8349 Extreme Sports Abseiling, kloofing and rock-climbing in the wild and exciting Mohlapetsi Valley. The visitor who enjoys extreme sports can enjoy these activates in a magnificent setting with breathtaking views. For more information and bookings phone Tias at 082 339 2523 Sunland Giant Baobab Sunland is home to the 3rd largest Baobab tree in the world. A good book to read in this regards is "Remarkable Trees of South Africa." and a co-author is Neels Esterhuyse. Sunland baobab, which is over 6000 years old has even made the front page of the Wall Street Journal! Up to 5 000 visitors a year visit the Big Baobab, which is 22 meters tall and some 47 meters in circumference, and has a unique pub inside! The tree is important both historically and ecologically and is home to many animals and birds, as well as providing food for many others. The van Heerdens fiercely protect the tree and the surroundings – woe betide anyone who doesn’t share their views! Day visitors can visit the tree at only R 10 per car and the pub can be booked for functions for just R 250. The pub can accommodate more than 60 people! Take the road to Modjajiskloof. 15 km after Mooketsi take the Modjaji turnoff. After 5 km turn left to Leeudraai. Sunland is just 0,5 km along the dirt road on the left For more information and bookings phone Tel: (015) 309 9039 or Cell:083 453 2228 or 083 413 2228 Cycad Forest—Modjaji Nature Reserve. This is the largest growth of a single cycad species, Encephalartos transvenosis, in the world and the most primitive living seed-bearing plants known. It is also the most famous and largest cycads, reaching a height of 5 to 6 metres. Some of the trees in the reserve have exceeded the exceptional height of 13 metres showing how well they are protected. These plants are living fossils and are said to be 50 to 60 million years old. They are both protected and endangered. Another significant phenomena related to Modjadji are the unique cycad forest boasting a dense 305 hectare, the largest natural concentration of a single cycad species in the world. This is situated just above the royal enclosure of Modjadji. These cycads was stringently protected by generations of Modjadji's and it is because of their vigilance that the protection of this sacred plant has been assured and that eventually it has led to the area being declared a national monument in 1936 and proclaimed a nature reserve in 1985 and is now part of South African heritage. Sapekoe Tea Estate & Pekoe View Tea Garden & Restaurant The beautiful tea estate covers the rolling hills below the Magoebaskloof Pass and is surrounded by forested mountains. Bisected by the R71, it is approximately 10 kms from Tzaneen. The tea bushes add a splash of remarkable green to the landscape and never fail to thrill passers-by. During harvest season, colourful teams of pickers can be seen doing their skilful thing, calling to one another and often singing in their inimitable harmony. Daily tours of the tea factory take place at 11h00 and attract a great number of tourists. After the tour, what better thing to do than visit the Tea Garden. The pancakes, both savoury and sweet, are amazing and the chocolate cake is ‘absolutely to die for, Doll!’ The Tea Garden is open daily from 10h00 to 17h00. Pekoe View Tea Garden and fully licensed restaurant commands breathtaking views over the Sapekoe Tea Estate and the surrounding mountains. For more information telephone 083 6271 494 Ebenezer Dam Boat Club Ebenezer Boat Club has been situated on the banks of the Ebenezer Dam since 1959. In the years that the Club has been involved in water sport, we carry a very proud record of no serious boating accidents, and we insist that Members and their guests abide by the safety rules laid down by the Club. The Boat Club has become very popular during the December and Easter holidays. The boating is safe, the water bilharzia -free and sometimes the weather is kind to lovers of water sports! For more information telephone 082 802 0888 Ebenezer Dam This very large dam provides interesting fishing for bass, kurper and trout. Public picnic area. Woodbush and Debegeni Waterfall The Woodbush is a very beautiful indigenous forest stretching from the top of Magoebaskloof Pass down to the Lowveld. There are several walking trails of several days eg Dokolewa. One can also take one of the dirt roads through the forest (not recommended in rainy weather). Not to be missed is the Debegeni Waterfall. A spectacular sight! There is a picnic site at the Waterfall and rock pools for that quick dip and even bum sliding in some of the areas. (Bilharzia free) Cheerio Gardens Set in a narrow valley, with streams and dams, the extensive gardens are beautifully laid out with thousands of azaleas and many acers and flowering cherries. The Gardens are especially beautiful in Spring and in Autumn. Numerous walks and a tea garden Waterfront Hideaway Pottery Set in spectacular gardens on the edge of the Ebenezer and Stanford Dams. Joan Provis produces her own beautiful, hand painted tiles depicting local flowers and birds. Also pottery by local potters, pots from Venda, stained glass, ethnic embroidered cloths, local crafts, candles etc etc For appointment to visit please call 015 276 4739 Wheel Barrow Nursery Excellent nurseries in the area with both exotic and indigenous plants. Many specialize in azaleas, acers, flowering cherries and crab apples. Sandford Heights Nursery Stunning nursery with great variety of indigenous plants and others. Very pleasant teagarden with delectable waffles a specialty. Wegraakbosch Dairy This quaint dairy produces various delicious alp cheeses and natural yoghurts. Tours daily and cheese platters with wine available. Walks and picnic spots on the farm. Invader Furniture Workshop Small farm workshop creating innovative and interesting furniture from Wattle and other invader species. Range includes chairs, couches, beds, coffee tables, lamps etc. Also beautiful baskets made from wattle bark. Tours on request. Camp site and picnic site on bubbling stream with rock pools and shallow rapids. Haenertsburg Village Quaint village founded in 1884. Two tiny churches, an arboretum, various pubs and restaurants, general dealer, bottle store, curio shops etc. The Elms Aladdin's cave of gifts, curios and clothes Morning Market (Friday and Saturday mornings only) Sells local farm produce, home bake and second hand treasures. Bowls Active Club meets at Bowling Green - adjacent to Haenertsburg Hotel Tzaneen Museum The fascinating Museum was opened in 1995 and contains an amazing collection of ethnological artifacts: royal and sacred drums, beadwork, pottery, pole carvings etc. Traditional stories told and enacted with hand carved characters from the stories. A very special, delightful experience. Squash court (5km) Bowling green (5km) 18-hole Golf course (25min) Tennis (5km) Horse-riding (16km) Water sports in the dams (in vicinity)

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