Olifantsnek, Bojanala Region
Olifantsnek (which is an Afrikaans term that means “elephant's neck”) is a small area nestled between Maanhaarrand and Rustenburg in the North West Province of South Africa. This places it near the exquisite Magaliesberg Mountain Range, which remains one of the country's most spectacular natural attractions.
Visitors to Olifantsnek are urged to explore the surrounding mountains on foot, discovering the fauna and flora that graces its many trails. This allows you to breathe in the fresh air, feel the sunshine and be part of the natural splendour of Africa at a comfortable pace. Local wildlife includes many different antelope species, as well as birds and a small number of predators.
Summers in Olifantsnek are hot and rainy, while winters can become very cold, but remain drier. These conditions have proved to be ideal for the citrus and cotton farms all around, which make for stunning landscapes.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
ANEW Resort Hunters Rest
Hunters Rest is a picturesque sub-tropical country resort nestled between the Magalies Mountains only one and a half hour's drive from Johannesbu...
Boschdal Guesthouse
Boschdal Guesthouse in a beautiful and peaceful area in Rustenburg. We offer friendly service, with staff always willing to go out of their way t...
Marina Views Guesthouse
Featuring a swimming pool, garden and views of Hartbeespoort Dam, Marina Views Guesthouse is located within close proximity of the Aerial Cablewa...
Little Forest Farm Garden Suite
Little Forest Farm Garden Suite is part of the main house at Little Forest Farm. The Maanhaarrand accommodation is just over and hour's drive fro...
Esmarline Lodge
Esmarline Lodge offers accommodation on a farm just 5kms from Brits. The farm has a lovely atmosphere with free ranging chickens, ostriches and g...
Seokobale Guesthouse
Situated in a tranquil area, Seokobale Guest House in Rustenburg combines beautiful rooms with the luxury of the best hotels to create the comfor...
Riverleaf Hotel
Riverleaf Hotel offers modern accommodation in Brits, just 15 minutes from the Hartbeespoort Dam. The hotel is ideal for corporate guests, or lei...
Kubu Metsi Lodge
Kubu Metsi Lodge is a beautiful Pilansberg self catering lodge that is located in the Black Rhino Big 5 Game Reserve. Guests can enjoy exclusive ...
Noteworthy attractions
Borakalalo National Park
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Kgaswane Mountain Reserve
Perfect for weekend hiking because of the easy access from both Johannesburg and Pretoria, Kgaswane Mountain Reserve is littered with beautiful r...
Madikwe Game Reserve
Madikwe Game Reserve is about 70 000 hectares of bushland, about 3 hours' drive from Johannesburg. It is one of South Africa's largest and most p...
Pilanesberg National Park
The Pilanesberg National Park, which covers some 55 000 hectare, is the fourth largest in southern Africa. This malaria-free park is perched on t...
Vaalkop Dam Nature Reserve
Vaalkop Dam Nature Reserve, just 90 minutes from Johannesburg and 30 minutes from Sun City, is dominated by broken bushveld and is a renowned are...
Gary Player Country Club
Continually ranked the best golf course in South Africa, the Gary Player Golf course sets the standard. It is arguably the most famous course in ...
Lost City Country Club
Situated over a hill from the Gary Player Country Club, the Lost City's layout is different in character. With the wide fairways and receptive gr...
Royal Bafokeng Stadium
Formally known as the Royal Bafokeng Sports Palace, this stadium is situated in Rustenburg, which is a charming town at the foot of the Magaliesb...
Sun City Resort
The extravagant Sun City Resort complex is known the world over as a tourism hotspot. The Lost City is the obvious highlight of the Sun City comp...
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