Tshwane activities in Pretoria – golf, ballooning, hiking
Posted on 09. Apr, 2010 by admin in Pretoria
There is plenty going on in Pretoria to draw the most hardened football fanatic away from the beautiful game. If you want to sweat out that post-victory binge with a game of squash or treat the extremely understanding girlfriend to a romantic sunset hot air balloon ride, we have all the details you need right here. South Africans are extremely active people and with their wonderful climate it’s little wonder that sport occupies the majority of Pretoria activities. But even if you’re looking for some escape from the ball, board or racket, there’s guaranteed to be something in this page to tickle your fancy.
Pretoria golf clubs
Football and golf seem to go together like peas in a pod so inbetween World Cup matches why not get a lungfull of clean, crisp air and experience some of the fine parkland Pretoria golf courses in Tshwane.
Kyalami Country Club
433 Maple Road, Kyalami, Midrand, Gauteng Tel: +27 (0)11 702 1610
This 18 hole golf course conveniently situated between Jo’burg and Pretoria enjoys a lovely setting and is currently ranked 34th in the country.
Blue Valley Golf and Country Estate
12, Blackburn Street, Midrand, Tel: +27 (0)21 762 1543
Designed by South African golfing legend Gary Player, Blue Valley comprises a rolling parkland 18 hole course with entertainment, cycling trails, casino and Tuscan-style accommodation.
Pretoria Golf Club
Morkel Street east, Pretoria-West, Tel: +27 (0)12 386 6836
This parklands Pretoria golf course is the oldest in the region being establised in 1984 and is steeped in history.
Services Golf Club
Jacobus Opperman Road, Thaba Tshwane, 0143, Tel: +27 (0)12 651 4411
Originally formed for members of the four service departments in Pretoria, but in 1994 the club opened for the public. The 18 Hole, 6713m par 72 parkland course has a few water hazards and some interesting challenges.
Hot air ballooning
The atmosphere and climate around Pretoria is just perfect for soaring in the sky so get carried away with some luxurious silent air travel in a hot air balloon.
Discover Ballooning
Jan Smuts Rd, Hartbeespoort Tel: +27 (0) 76 982 6378/+27 (0) 73 000 7679
Experience utter peace and tranquillity whilst gliding over some of South Africa’s most splendid scenery with nothing to disturb the peace but the odd hiss of balloons burners.
Life Ballooning
10 Oak Avenue, Cullinan, Tel: +27 (0)13 665 3265
The sky is truly the limit when you embark on an unforgettable experience gazing at the sunset with one of Life Balloon’s intimate balloons.
Bill Harrop’s ‘Original’ Balloon Safaris
2 Poplar Avenue, Randburg Tel: +27 (0)11 705 3201
Sipping fine champagne while gliding silently above the tree tops of beautiful Magalies River Valley or drifting above the Magaliesberg range, some of the best ballooning in the world.
Hiking, walking and climbing
The great outdoors is just waiting to be discovered with plenty of Pretoria activities featuring clean air, wildlife and exercise for the energetic and fleet of foot.
Moreleta Spruit Hiking Trail
General Louis Botha Road, by Lynwood Road intersection
Bird watching paradise with countless species of birds occupying a winding course throughout the habitat.
Hennops Hiking Trail and Picnic Spot
Gedeelte 3, Schurveberg, Distrik Pta. Op R511 Hartbeespoort / Sandton, 0260, Tel:+27 (0)21 762 1543
Game spotting, fishing, cycling trails, horse riding and walking through the spectacular Pretoria countryside. Cabins available for R200.
Goodlands Estate
Seringveld conservancy, 45kms from Pretoria and 15kms from Cullinan, Tel: +27 (0)82 520 2232
Nestled in the tranquil forest, there are swimming pool, hiking trails, camp sites and a barn with games facilities.
Pretoria sports clubs
If you really need to sweat out some toxins after a heavy night on the lash, then get in contact with these Pretoria sports clubs for an active workout.
The Climbing Barn
Tel: +27 (0)82 335 3220
More than over 100m of bouldering and 450m of climbing walls in the outskirts of Pretoria. Full facilities are available for hire and training for beginners.
Defence Sports Club
Corner Hendrick Potgieter and Hendrick Alberts Roads
Extensive sports facilities including basketball and badminton at this Pretoria sports club
Princess Park Sports Club
2 Church Street, Pretoria Townlands, Tel: +27 (0)12 3236255
Tennis, full gym and more at this classy sports club for the true fitness enthusiast
Other Pretoria activities
If you don’t want to swing a club, soar of the treeline or climb a tall peak, then there’s probably something very wrong with you. But hopefully these following activities in Pretoria may float your boring boat.
Friends of the Rail
Fort Hermanstad Station, Tel:+27 (0)12 548-4090,
Go back in time and travel around Pretoria on a vintage steam train or visit Cullinan where the largest diamond in the world .
Klitsgras Drumming Circle
Tierpoort, Garsfontein Road, 14km on M30 east and left in plot 62 after Hans-Strijdom Drive. Tel: +27 (0)83 311-0025,
Drumming circle situated out in the middle of the bush every second Friday evening for some very atmospheric musical entertainment.
Austin Roberts Bird Sanctuary
Corner Boshoff and Roper, Tel: +27 (0)12 440-8316 (audreyb@tshwane.gov.za), (admission: free)
Mecca for birdwatchers who want to see some of the fantastically diverse species that flock to the region.
