10 Private Tours in Hartbeespoort That You Shouldn't Miss

January 21, 2022 Jacquiline Darosa

Hartbeespoort, informally also known as "Harties", is a small resort town in the North West Province of South Africa, situated on slopes of the Magaliesberg mountain and the banks of the Hartbeespoort Dam. The name of the town means "gateway of the hartbees" (a species of antelope) in Afrikaans. It was previously known as Schoemansville, named after General Hendrik Schoeman, a Boer General in the Anglo-Boer War, who owned the farm that the Hartbeespoort Dam was built on.
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1. Elephant Sanctuary Tour: Hartbeespoort

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This tour will show you the beautiful lumbering giants of Africa - the mighty elephant by taking a 2-hour tour of an elephant sanctuary in the Magaliesburg mountains. This tour comes with transportation to the elephant sanctuary from your hotel in Johannesburg and surrounding areas. Sandton or Pretoria. Entrance to the Sanctuary and transport is included.

Inclusions: 2-hour elephant sanctuary tour, Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off from Johannesburg and surrounding areas, Sandton or Pretoria, Transport by air-conditioned minivan

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Lunch

Reviewed By 356rajc

Transport was early to pick up from airport to sun city. Excelleny service. Jason and team was very helpful.

2. Elephant Walk Guided Tour from Johannesburg R2150 Private

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This tour allows visitors to walk side by side with African elephants on this 1-hour guided stroll through the bush. With keepers accompanying you, you'll learn about the biology, behavior, and conservation status of these large mammals. Lunch in the game park's lodge and a return drive to convenient pickup and drop-off in Guateng

Inclusions: pick up and drop off , Guide , water, snacks , Entrance fee

Exclusions: Gratitude

Reviewed By LordP428

Fantastic experience lead by a team of knowledgeable passionate team members who manage smaller groups to make your experience that much more special. The animals look well cared for and the facilities unbelievably beautiful. This truly was a very magical experience.

3. Bush Babies & Monkey Sanctuary and Elephants walk Private

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this activity allow you to walk side by side with the primate (monkeys) without the fears of being attacked. this activity brings you closer to real nature of monkey world by being centimeter away from them. his tour allows visitors to walk side by side with African elephants on this 1-hour guided stroll through the bush. With keepers accompanying you, you'll learn about the biology, behavior, and conservation status of these large mammals. Lunch in the game park's lodge and a return drive to convenient pickup and drop-off in Guateng

Inclusions: Pick up from hotel or home, and drop off to hotel and home, Lunch , Water , Snacks , Qualified Guide , Entrance fees

Exclusions: Gratuities, Soviniar (available for purchase)

Reviewed By bk6626

We had a great time! Our tour guide Mkateko was great! He was funny and had a great personality! Would do it again! We went to the Rhino and Lion Park and then he even accommodated us for another tour that we wanted to do!

4. Pilanesberg Game Reserve 6 Hour Sunrise Safari from Johannesburg or Pretoria

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Private Safari! See the Big 5 and be back at your hotel in Johannesburg/Pretoria the same day! Yes, lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo, roaming wild. Trip is private in one of our game viewing suvs with big opening windows & sunroof. No need to share the big 25 seaters open truck or be forced to take pictures through a closed minibus window. We go further, stay longer, see more! Our guides are Pilanesberg experts. Spend several hours on a safari, reaching distant parts of the reserve. Lunch at the lodge on a viewing deck overlooking the reserve. There is an option of changing to an open safari vehicle (OSV) for part of you safari. The OSV drives are 3 hours long.

Inclusions: National Park fees, Brunch/Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by private vehicle, Bottled water

Exclusions: Gratuities, Alcoholic Beverages, Snacks, Breakfast

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

5. Elephant Sanctuary Tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria

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Visit the Elephant Sanctuary Hartbeespoort Dam on this 6-hour tour from Johannesburg or Pretoria. Located on the northern side of the Magaliesberg Mountain range, the Elephant Sanctuary provides a safe haven for elephants and offers visitors educational programs that is guest- and elephant-driven, meaning the most important part of the operation is to ensure happy elephants and satisfied guests. Tour is limited to eight people to provide a small-group experience.

Inclusions: Driver/guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Mineral water

Exclusions: Food and drinks (unless otherwise stated)

Reviewed By 440adriann

Amazing experience from beginning to end, Patrick's attention to detail was impecable, we will book with them all our future trips. Now is the best time to visit South Africa, no crowds, best weather, and everyone so ready to welcome tourists back with arms wide open, all covid protocols followed perfectly. We felt safe at all times.

6. The Cradle of human kind tour and Cable car

NP Tours

This tour is an awesome day out when visiting Johannesburg. You will discover the evidence of the first signs on man and enjoy the beauty of the Magaliesberg Mountain range which is one of the oldest mountain ranges on Earth. An estimated 100 times older than Mount Everest and apart from its mountain scenery, the region is home to diverse flora and fauna. More than 130 species of trees as well as flowers, ferns, grasses and fungi grow in a variety of habitats in the area.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle

Exclusions: Lunch, Gratuities

Reviewed By Odyssey06342598891

They can work on their staffs attitudes...they are so unfriendly and it's like asking for them to perform miracles for directions from the start. Also signage is a bit confusing. The pools flooring is done very poorly....going in without shoes is very painful.

7. Best of Harties package - 1 night

Yacht View Guesthouse, 33 Karel St, Schoemansville, Hartbeespoort, 0216, South Africa Guru Tours Personalised Tour & Charter Service

Yacht View offers the definitive “break away from city life” experience in 12 different room types. We offer rooms for couples & families. All our rooms are non-smoking but we have a designated smoking area. Yacht View is located in Schoemansville is the original village of Hartbeespoort and is well established. Hartbeespoort Dam boasts its own marina with boat launching facilities and picnic facilities. Yacht View is close to shopping mall, medical services, and fine restaurants, too many to mention. The famous snake and animal park is situated next to the yacht club which is literally a stone’s throw away from the home. We are surrounded by many art galleries here too. Become part of the village lifestyle dominated by the Mighty Magalies mountain, beautiful views over the dam and a friendly community. You also get entrance to the best of Harties' activities. This includes the Cable Way Experience, Monkey Sanctuary and a Boat Cruise on the dam.

Inclusions: Activities as specified, Accommodation

Exclusions: Items of a personal nature (snacks, alcohol, bottled water, soft drinks, tips)

Reviewed By craigwY6767KV

What an amazing day - this is something you must do. But special praise for our guide who was just exceptional, personal service and an anxious day out. We saw the lot but the absolute highlight was so many shakes playing in full view, the jumping, this was a real experience, just do it!

8. Cableway Magaliesberg Mountains then Lesedi Cultural Village with Private Guide

Purple Hippo Tours & Excursions

No need to go to Cape Town for a cable car ride!! The cable car ride to the top of the Magaliesberg mountains is breathtaking! The view from the top is magnificent! The Magaliesberg are among the oldest mountains in the world, almost 100 times older than Everest. They stretch for 120km from Bronkhorstspruit Dam east of Pretoria to Rustenburg in the west and separate the highveld grasslands to the south from the bushveld savannah in the north. The ancient geological structure of the Magaliesberg is evident for almost its entire length. Creation of these mountains began almost 2, 300 million years ago when Africa was part of what was then a large landmass called Gondawanaland and most of what is now known as the Transvaal was submerged under shallow water. After a light walk on the top, we make our way to Lesedi Cultural Village where we will experience 5 of the traditional African cultures/dances and finish off with lunch in the traditional restaurant.

Inclusions: Lunch

Exclusions: Alcoholic Beverages

9. Ultimate Elephant Sanctuary Tour

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Visit the Elephant Sanctuary situated on the Northern slopes of the picturesque Magaliesburg mountains. Get to know the ins and outs of daily life in an elephant sanctuary on this exclusive half-day tour. Accompanied by in-depth commentary on their biology, behavior, and conservation status, you are taken on a journey into the world of the African elephant and are guided through an unforgettable experience with these magnificent creatures. Enter the world of the African Elephant. Understand the height at which an elephant stands and experience their environment from an elephant's perspective. The African Elephant, much bigger than the Indian Elephant are fascinating and there is no better way to learn more from these animals than being at a world-class establishment such as the sanctuary. * Professional Guide provides an engaging commentary on the elephants and their environment. * Entrance fees to the elephant sanctuary included. * Pickup and drop-off in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

Inclusions: Entrance Fee, Professional Local Guide Services, Private transportation

Exclusions: Lunch

10. Private Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountains Tour

Canaways Tours & Travel

Hartbeespoort Dam is an arch type dam that was built in 1921 and was the largest dam in the Southern Hemisphere at the time. Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountains boasts with beautiful scenery and various activities. On this tour, you will get to experience the calmness of the hills and valleys, the scenic drive and a variety of activities and attractions to choose from.

Inclusions: Air-conditioned vehicle, Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off, Bottled mineral water, Entrance fees to Harties Cable Car

Exclusions: All Meals and Drinks, Gratuities, Items of personal nature

Reviewed By Jess02320

It was so beautiful I had a wonderful time. Food there was incredible. Got to see many historical sites that are part of South African history. Finally it was an amazing tour it was filled with lots of exciting moments and fun.

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