Location: Olievenfontein Game Reserve is a stunning self-catering reserve set in the breathtaking malaria-free Waterberg mountains.
Lying at 1.500 meters above sea level, just 2.5 hours from Johannesburg, it offers spectacular views over the Waterberg, great game viewing and a fantastic climate.
Olievenfontein Game Reserve offers absolute peace and tranquility to unwind, relax and enjoy the beauty of Africa.
At a glance:
- Accommodation: Capacity 14 Guests
- 2 Large self-catering cottages, sleeps 4 each
- 1 Small self-catering cottage, sleeps 2
- Main lodge, sleeps 4
- 2 Swimming pools
- Game drives and bush walks
- Horse Safaris
- Malaria Free Destination
- Privately owned game reserve
- Clubhouse with lounge dining room, kitchen and indoor and outdoor braai areas
Accommodation: 3 Self-Catering cottages and a large comfortable main lodge are all fully equipped and perfect for a break from the city. Each option has its own lounge area and kitchen. There is TV in the main house, and a laundry service is available. All towels and linen are supplied.
Activities: Game viewing in an open vehicle is available, and there is great bird-watching at the Reserve. There is a beautiful dam on the reserve, as well as various picnic areas set into the mountainside, offering spectacular views over the Waterberg and the wildlife on the farm. Game walks are extremely popular since the farm is safe to walk through, with the absence of dangerous predators on the farm. Horse Safaris are another way to view wildlife at close quarters.
Wildlife: Olievenfontein Game Reserve boasts a phenomenal selection of game which you will see during your stay. The main watering hole is right in front of the Main Lodge and becomes a hive of activity early morning and at dusk, also with thirsty wildlife visitors frequently stopping by throughout the day.
During your stay, you are likely to see Giraffes, Kudu, Nyala, Waterbuck, Impala, Eland, Zebras, Blue Wildebeest, & Red Hartebeest, to name a few. Also Klipspringer, Vervet Monkeys, Warthogs and an incredible variety of bird life.
Also on the farm are Leopard and Jackal, which are harder to see since they sleep during the day and are shy of humans.
Access: Road and air transfers can be arranged on request.
The Waterberg Mountain area is part of the Bushveld district of the Limpopo Province, a two and a half hour drive north from Johannesburg on the N1.
Child Policy: Children are welcome at Olievenfontein - an ideal holiday getaway for families. Children under 5 stay free, whilst youngsters under the age of 12 stay for 50% of the normal charge.
Power Supply: There is 24 hour electricity to all rooms.
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