Get a Behind the Scenes Look at Gauteng with 4×4 Tours in Pretoria
If you are travelling to South Africa and plan to spend a bit of time in Gauteng, experiencing some of the 4×4 tours in Pretoria should be a number one priority. Whether you are travelling alone or with the family, a 4×4 adventure in Gauteng will undoubtedly be the highlight of your trip! Getting to explore the backroads of South Africa is a privilege for anyone coming to the country and if you have some time spare and you are an adrenaline junkie at heart, have a look at the following 4×4 tours in Pretoria:
Groenkloof Nature Reserve
The Groenkloof Nature Reserve offers a fantastic 4×4 trail, which can be found at the Fountains Circle next to the R21. The nature reserve is 600 ha of managed land and was in fact the first game sanctuary in Africa. The 4×4 route is approximately 14 km long and suitable for all skill levels, but you will need to hire a 4×4 to do it. You can expect to see quite a lot of wildlife along the way, including zebra, jackal, kudu, blue wildebeest, blesbuck, ostrich, giraffe, sable, and more. If you wish to overnight, there are facilities that are clean, safe, and with a beautiful view.
Hennops 4×4 Trail
Hennops 4×4 trail is just 30 km from Pretoria near Hartbeespoort Dam on the R511. This is a particularly beautiful part of the Pretoria region and is quite popular for tourists to visit. The trail is challenging and fun for 4×4 enthusiasts of all skill levels. You will encounter mud holes, steep rocky climbs and descents that will have you gasping with excitement. There is a secondary trail here called Klipdrift route as well, which is open to the public only by prior arrangement. This is the trail to take if you are looking for a new challenge.
McCarthy Rhino Park
The McCarthy Rhino Park is just 35 km from Pretoria in the Dinokeng area off the R515. The park offers off-road enthusiasts the experience of a lifetime and offers the perfect opportunity for the whole day out with its bar and restaurant on site. For those who want to have a braai, there are braai facilities and ablutions available. The trail is 12 km long and features a variety of challenging obstacles, complete with navigation support. Bookings must be made to make use of the 4×4 trail so planning ahead is a good idea.
Hire a 4×4 at Ivory 4×4 Hire and Explore Pretoria and Its Surroundings Today
Hiring a vehicle to explore the 4×4 trails in and around Pretoria is a great way to truly experience what the area has to offer “behind the scenes”. Many people think that Pretoria and Gauteng are for city dwellers only, but there is so much more to see and do in the area.
We would love to help you to see another side of Pretoria. Hire a 4×4 from Ivory 4×4 Hire and get off the beaten track in Pretoria on your next visit to South Africa.