Guided day trips of Pretoria – Known as the Jacaranda City for all the purple blossom-bedecked trees which line its thoroughfares, Pretoria is a lovely and very interesting city, with a long and involved history.
It is in Pretoria that you will find significant old buildings and fascinating museums including the famous Union Buildings, Voortrekker Monument, Church Square and Melrose House to mention a few.
Pretoria also serves as one of the country’s three capital cities, officially the executive or administrative capital. For additional information and sight seeing ideas, see Pretoria Attractions and for a selection of day trips see our recommended Gauteng Tour Guides.
Horseback Africa offers free hiking to all overnight visitors. The accommodation at Colin’s Horseback Africa has both cheaper options and more exclusive options depending on your pocket.
HORSEBACK AFRICA HIKING TRAILS
The trails are geared towards hikers (including children), who want to enjoy nature without rushing from one point to another. It is in a game reserve so there is always the chance that one meets up with a giraffe or a kudu on the trail somewhere.
The Forest Trail is the shortest walk. This trail would take a hiker about 20 minutes to complete. The emphasis is on bird-watching in the poplar forest near the river. There is also a swing bench at the dam for people to sit and enjoy the beauty of the environment.
The Blue Trail goes over the mountains behind the stables. This trail takes one to a look-out point with lovely views over the river and dams. There is some bolder-hopping but it is still a very easy trail lasting about one hour.
The Waterfall Trail will take around 5 hours to complete. This trail is more strenuous, and one does need more energy to enjoy this route. There is a lot of topography and stunning views from the top of the cliffs. There is a beautiful waterfall where one can swim (at your own risk) and enjoy a picnic.
SCUBA CREW
Horseback Africa offers free hiking to all overnight visitors. The accommodation at Colin’s Horseback Africa has both cheaper options and more exclusive options depending on your pocket.
The trails are geared towards hikers (including children), who want to enjoy nature without rushing from one point to another. It is in a game reserve so there is always the chance that one meets up with a giraffe or a kudu on the trail somewhere.
The Forest Trail is the shortest walk. This trail would take a hiker about 20 minutes to complete. The emphasis is on bird-watching in the poplar forest near the river. There is also a swing bench at the dam for people to sit and enjoy the beauty of the environment.
The Blue Trail goes over the mountains behind the stables. This trail takes one to a look-out point with lovely views over the river and dams. There is some bolder-hopping but it is still a very easy trail lasting about one hour.
The Waterfall Trail will take around 5 hours to complete. This trail is more strenuous, and one does need more energy to enjoy this route. There is a lot of topography and stunning views from the top of the cliffs. There is a beautiful waterfall where one can swim (at your own risk) and enjoy a picnic.
