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Enjoy self drive holiday with North West car hire
Bordered by Botswana in the north and the Vaal River in the south, the North West province is diverse and exciting; offering its visitors all year-round sunshine, some of the finest game reserves, cultural sights, archaeological treasures and world-class entertainment resorts.
Rent a car from First Car Rental and enjoy the rural tranquillity and endless attractions and activities that appeal to the most diverse tastes.
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Bird Sanctuary
Nestled between Delareyville and Sannieshof is one of the largest waterfowl sanctuaries in Southern Africa, the Barberspan Bird Sanctuary. 365 Bird species have been recorded at Barberspan, making it an extremely popular destination for birders.
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Cheetah Sanctuary
Set against the backdrop of the Magaliesberg Mountains, the De Wildt Cheetah and Wildlife Centre has received international recognition for its cheetah breeding programme. Enjoy guided tours of the cheetah centre and learn about the various animals in the breeding programmes, including the rare king cheetah and the brown hyena.
Contact: 012 504 9906 | Read more |
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Cultural Tours
Lesedi Cultural Village invites visitors to experience the colourful traditions of the traditional peoples of South Africa, tour ethnic homesteads of Basotho, Ndebele, Pedi, Xhosa and Zulu people, enjoy a variety of African dishes, and participate in traditional singing and dancing.
Contact: 012 205 1394 | Read more |
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Golf
Nestled in the midst of serene wide open spaces of the North West are some of South Africa’s top golf courses, including the Gary Player Country Club at Sun City, Leopard Park Golf Course in Mafikeng, and Pecanwood Golf and Country Club set against the backdrop of the Magaliesberg and Hartbeespoort Dam.
Contact: 012 244 8000 | Read more |
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Hartbeespoort Dam
As a popular weekend getaway, Hartbeespoort Dam offers visitors endless water sports and activities. Enjoy action packed sports such as parasailing, yachting, wind-surfing, waterskiing, abseiling, or hang-gliding or simply have a relaxing picnic or a braai, or indulge in local cuisine offered by restaurants at Hartbeespoort Dam.
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Heritage Sites
The diverse North West province is home to 3 World Heritage Sites; the Taung Heritage Site, an archaeological site where the fossilised skull of a young child was discovered, the Cradle of Humankind, where over a 1 000 hominid fossils have been found, and the Vredefort Dome, a 2023million year-old meteorite crater.
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Madikwe Game Reserve
Located on the Botswana border, Madikwe is one of South Africa’s largest game reserves. Considered as one of the best conservation areas in South Africa, Madikwe offers extensive game, black and white rhinos, the Big 5, wild dogs, and a multitude of birds.
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Magaliesberg Canopy Tour
Zigzag down Ysterhout Kloof and explore one of the oldest mountain ranges in the world, the Magaliesberg Mountains. Enjoy the beauty of the mountains and the variety of plants, animals and birdlife in an unforgettable and unique experience.
Contact: 014 535 0150 | Read more |
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Sun City
Enjoy a memorable holiday at one of the world’s most unique resorts. Combining gambling, golf and game, Sun City offers an abundance of activities, endless entertainment, and world-class hotels. Whether you’re looking to relax in luxury, enjoy African safaris or to indulge in gourmet restaurants you’re sure to find it at Sun City.
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Zip Slide 2000
If adrenaline is the order of the day, then look no further than the longest, highest and fastest zip slide in the world. The Zip Slide 2000 at Sun City is 280m high, 2km long and reaches a speed of 150km/h, making it the ideal activity for the adventurous at heart.
Contact: 014 557 1544 | Read more |
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