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Viator · Private tour

Private Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountains Tour

5.0(2)Johannesburg1 hour
VIATOR5.0(1)TRIPADVISOR5.0(1)

Description

From Johannesburg, we depart to Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountain offers amazing views on water and land. At Snake and Animal Park, we proceed to learn more about these endangered species such as South African reptiles. We encounter Cape Vultures, African hunting dogs, and chimpanzees as well as South African National birds – blue crane. We proceed to embark on the boat for a cruise exploring the Dam from Kommandonek passing the Caribbean estate and Sandy lane golf course. Heading to Kosmos foreshore and the quaint Kosmos Village to the dam wall. Then head passing The Islands and back to the harbor. Arrive at Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort with your ticket at hand sent via WhatsApp/email, follow the COVID-19 protocols. As you travel to the top, you will encounter a nature reserve from your bird’s eye view and spot giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Upon reach choose to dine at several restaurants or have a drink at the Lookout Bar offering a view of the eastern region.

Tour Options

Private Hartbeespoort Dam and Magaliesberg Mountains Tour
  • Pickup included

Itinerary

Pass by

After pick-up at your location is confirmed 24hours prior to starting time, thereafter we travel to Hartbeespoort passing Lanseria Airport a privately owned international airport, along the road we approach Lion Park and Lesedi Cultural Village.

Pass by

We drive on the famous Hartbeespoort Dam was built in 1921 and was the largest dam in the Southern Hemisphere in that era. The dam wall stands 149.5 meters long and 59.4 meters high, built cutting through Magaliesberg.

Admission not included90 min

After the formalities at Snake and Animal Park, we proceed to learn more about these endangered species such as South African reptiles including snakes, crocodiles, and turtles. We encounter Cape Vultures, African hunting dogs, and chimpanzees as well as South African National birds – blue crane. We proceed to embark on the boat for a cruise exploring the Dam from Kommandonek passing the Caribbean estate and Sandy lane golf course. Heading to Kosmos foreshore and the quaint Kosmos Village to the dam wall. Then head passing The Islands and back to the harbor.

Admission included60 min

Arrive at Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort with your ticket at hand, follow the COVID-19 protocols. Thereafter, travel to the top and encounter a nature reserve from your bird’s eye view and spot giraffes, zebras, and antelopes. Upon reach choose to dine at a number of restaurants or have a drink at the Lookout Bar offering a view of the eastern region. However, take a stroll along “The Dassie Walk” a 1200-meter walkway. After the amazing experience takes the cable car back down.

Admission not included60 min

We make our way to the Upside Down House, with all the furniture inside above your head. Explore the house as guests are allowed to take images and spend some leisure time in the house.

Pass by

We return back to drop guests off at their pick-up location.

Highlights

Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled mineral water
Entrance fees to Harties Cable Car

What's included

Included
Hotel Pick-up and Drop-off
Air-conditioned vehicle
Bottled mineral water
Entrance fees to Harties Cable Car
Not included
All Meals and Drinks
Gratuities
Animal and Snake Park: adult R 140.00 - child R 70.00
Ferry Boat 25 minutes: adult R 70.00 - child R 40.00 (ages between 3 to 12 years old)
Upside Down House: adult R 100.00 - child R 40.00 (4 - 7 years)
Upside Down House
Hartbeespoort Dam - Snake and Animal Park

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Important Information

  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness

Reviews(2)

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sean_s
March 27, 2025
one of the best app ever

Orh it’s a lovely Experience & Thanks to my Driver & Tor Gide It was Lovely but i suggest Viator must add all activities in Hartees

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Janatha34
October 14, 2023
Great Tour!

I would highly recommend this tour. We were able to work with the tour company to customize some of the locations. Our guide Ben was fantastic! He was on time and was available provide information at every stop. If you are looking to get out of the city this is a great choice.

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