Region

Whatever your interests, the Magaliesberg region has a host of places to go to and things to do.

The farm on which the Centre is situated was right in the middle of the Boer War action as the British advanced on Pretoria. If you are interested in history, you may want to visit the graves in the south-west of the estate, the uitspan field in the north where early trekker settlers gathered for nagmaal, or gaze at the White Stinkwood and Karee trees under which some locals believe are buried the Kruger millions.

Lesedi Cultural village, just across the Lanseria Road, offers an authentic African experience. Enjoy a traditional meal of oxtail, lamb stew or roast chicken with samp and beans, putu pap and rice while enjoying the tribal dancing and festivities. Remember to ask about our special deal with Lesedi. Enjoy the evening, and hop on our bus to come back "home".

A little further away is Hartbeespoort village with the its snake park, game sanctuaries, and quaint tourist venues that have blossomed on either side of the Dam wall.

An hour's drive gets you to the magnificent Pilanesberg Game Reserve and the Sun City complex with the Palace of the Lost City, the Valley of the Waves and, for the golfers, the acclaimed Gary Player Country Club.

The world-famous De Wildt Cheetah Research Centre lies near Brits, about 20 minutes drive by car from Alpha. The Institute breeds endangered species for reintroduction to the wild and specialises in breeding the King Cheetah. You can also see Wild Dogs and Vultures at the centre. Public tours are conducted, and special conditions apply to young children. .

The World Heritage site, The Cradle of Humankind,borders Alpha Conference Centre. This is the home of the little hominid, Mrs Ples, discovered by Professor Raymond Dart. The centre boasts world class museum and information centre. Maropeng has amazing - interactive! - exhibits, and from time to time, real fossils on display.

The Magaliesberg mountain range flanks the area. These mountain are some of the oldest in the world, and certainly have a unique beauty with characteristic rounded crests. The village of Magaliesburg is well worth a visit, with picturesque tea gardens, walks and shopping opportunities.

The Rhenosterspruit Nature Conservancy is the immediate neighbour to Alpha Conference Centre. The Conservancy protects iron age sites, sites of historical and cultural significance, stromatalites (fossils), bat caves, and rare grasslands. Two private game reserves, The Oori and Loosen's are within the Conservancy borders.

For game viewing consider the short drive to the Rhino and Lion Park. The Park has vultures, lions and rhino.

For the golfer, the Pecanwood Gof course is on the shores of the Hartebeespoort Dam, and the newly developed Blair Atholl Estate is near the entrance to the Cradle of Humankind.

Paddle Power arranges canoe trips on the Crocodile River, while Harrops Ballon Safaris take care of the needs of those who wish to leave the ground behind.

For those preferring some quiet indulgence, contact one of the Day Spas in the area: Mangwanani Spa near Hennops River, Mount Grace in Magaliesburg, and Ingwenya in Muldersdrift.

We are able to arrange customised guided tours of the region.

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