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Self-Catering in Pilanesberg National Park North West South Africa (3 Results)
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Manyane Resort- Pilanesberg National Park North West South Africa Self-CateringNestled at the gateway to the Pilanesberg National Park which is Big Five territory. Set in unspoilt natural surroundings are thatched African-style chalets studded in a tapestry of indigenous flora. For the outdoor enthusiast, Manyane offers a laager for caravan and camping, giving the visitor tranquillity and comfort. Game drives/trails available on request. A mere one and a half hour's drive from Gauteng and 20km from Sun City.
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Bakgatla Resort- Pilanesberg National Park North West South Africa Self-CateringAt the foot of the Garamoga Hill lies Bakgatla Resort, in the Pilanesberg National Park, Big Five territory. Colonial-style chalets, complemented by rolling lawns and an olympic-size swimming pool. For the more adventurous, we can accommodate caravan and casual campers with service facilities. Game drives/trails are available. This jewel is in the Saulspoort area, close to Manyane.
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Bakgatla Resort- Pilanesberg National Park North West South Africa Self-CateringSituated at the foot of the Garamoga Hill in the Pilanesberg National Park, Big Five territory. Colonial-style chalets, complemented by rolling lawns and an olympic-size swimming pool. For the more adventurous, we can accommodate caravan and casual campers with service facilities. Game drives/trails available on request. This jewel is in the Saulspoort area, close to Manyane.
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Geography: Bordering on the entertainment complex of Sun City, the Pilanesberg National Park, some 50,000 hectares in size, is located 150km northwest of Gauteng metropolis and 60km north of Rustenburg.
History: This area has been settled by humans for thousands of years, but it was only in 1979 that it was proclaimed as a reserve. The area had become depleted of its indigenous game population as a result of commercial farming and it has taken many years and huge amounts of money for the infrastructure to develop and for the area to become restocked with game. The area is surrounded by a 110km fence and 188km of roads have been built for visitors. More than 6,000 head of game have been introduced during the Operation Genesis game translocation programme. Today virtually all the animal species of southern Africa, including, lions, elephants, white and black rhinos, buffaloes, leopards, zebras, hyenas, giraffes, hippos and crocodiles can be found in the park as well as over 300 bird species. Visitors will thus be sure to spot Africa's Big Five.
Art and Culture: In the middle of the "The Volcano that gave birth to a game reserve" is the Pilanesberg Centre, a lovely old building that once served as the local magistrate's court.
Science and Nature: The malaria free Pilanesberg National Park is set in the crater of a long extinct volcano and is about 1,300-million years old. The rare rock types make it a unique geological feature and because it lies in the transition zone between the Kalahari and Lowveld, both types of vegetation are found here. The area is surrounded by three concentric ridges or rings of hills which are known as "Pilanesberg National Park Alkaline Ring Complex". They are unique and as such rate high amongst the world's outstanding geological phenomena. In the centre of the volcanic crater is a large lake called Mankwe Dam while the numerous Stone and Iron Age sites that are scattered throughout the park give evidence that man has occupied this area for a long time.
Entertainment: The park offers great entertainment for the entire family. There are a number of wonderful picnic spots, hides for game watching and walk-in aviaries to enjoy, while safari drives at night and flights over the park in a hot-air balloon will provide many thrills and unforgettable memories.
Sport: There is a self-guided trail in the Walking Area at Manyane Complex in the east and tourists visiting the centre can enjoy a lecture in environmental education.
Did You Know? The Pilanesberg National Park is home to more than 7,000 animals.
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