The pilanesberg wildlife trust pwt was established in 1999 by. Bakgatla resort is also equipped to host special events like workshops, conferences, and weddings, with planning experts available to ensure your event goes smoothly. Nestled at the foot of garamoga hill, this unique hideaway offers the perfect spot for you to enjoy fun outdoor activities such as selfdrive game drives. The resort hotels of sun city and the palace of the lost city support an economy and labour. Elephant back rides and interactive sessions with these gentle giants are also possible whilst on. We have an imaginative menu with something for absolutely everyone in. Bakgatla resort, pilanesberg game reserve pilanesberg. Contact us pilanesberg bakgatla resort, pilanesberg. Bakgatla resort elephant back safari safari near sun city.
And, as the sun goes down, retreat to the comfort of your unique, colonial style chalet to prepare for another day of adventure. A short history of the bakgatlabagakgafbla op bhichuanaiand protectorate list of contents chapter page i. Each chalet consists of a lounge, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and an everpopular upstairs loft bedroom. Pilanesberg map digital pdf with gps coordinates infomap. Bakgatla resort is located at the foot of the garamoga hill in the pilanesberg. What are the benefits of ecotourism for local communities. In the name of our whole crew, we welcome you happily to the bakgatla resort. As ecotourism in an area grows, the local government often recognizes the economic boom and seeks to maintain it. Bakgatla guests and conference delegates are spoilt for choice when it comes to activities during a safari near sun city. In costa rica, ecotourisms popularity led to the creation of. Information, pictures, rates, facilities, accommodation, directions and bookings.
Golden leopard resorts bakgatla resort updated 2020. Uniting economic development with ecological design a history, 1960s to 1984. For the outdoor enthusiast, bakgatla has an olympicsize swimming pool and playground area, which is well positioned in the centre of the resort, there are self drives or conducted safari game drives, bird watching and exciting excursions like. Bakgatla resort chalets and camping in pilanesberg national park.
All sites are grassed and electrified utility outlets 15amp and can accommodate a maximum of 6 people and 2 motor vehicles per site. Pilanesberg wildlife trust pilanesberg national park. Bakgatla, pilanesberg national park, is approximately a two and a half hours drive from johannesburg on good roads, bakgatla is about 40 minutes drive to the sun city entrance. There is also a swimming pool, playground, restaurant, barbecue area, minimart, and conference and ablution facilities for your. With plenty of fun activities for the outdoor enthusiast, bakgatla resort is an ideal base from which to explore the diverse wildlife and wonders of the spectacular. The pilanesberg is more than just a wildlife sanctuary to which tourists flock it has also spurred economic development in the region that in turn has provided social upliftment in this once largely disadvantaged rural community. Bakgatla resort is situated next to the bakgatla entrance gate to the pilanesberg. Bakgatla resort does not offer self catering anymore, although accommodation is in self catering units. Get lost in natures spectacular finery at bakgatla. At the foot of the garamoga hills lies the bakgatla resort, which consists of unique colonial style chalets. A minimum stay of 2 nights is required over weekends. Bakgatla resort lodge, pilanesberg national park, south. Pilanesberg bakgatla resort, pilanesberg national park. Swimming pool restaurant adventure tours and outdoor activities childrens playground.
Facilities centrally located with the resort is a pool and playground. There are a number of stone and iron age sites scattered throughout the. Accommodation is provided in colonialstyle cottages. Each tastefullyappointed suite features a kitchen with refrigerator, lounge, main bedroom, separate bathroom, plus a loft bedroom, perfect for the kids. Golden leopard resorts bakgatla resort tripadvisor. Pdf pilanesberg national park, north west province. Bakgatla offers relaxation and much more for the outdoor enthusiast, such as self, or conducted game drives, bird watching and. It offers guests a choice of staying in one of the lovely chalets and executive safari tents, or to make use of the campgrounds. The beginnings of tribal history 1 iio the period of chaos 5 iii. Home now to a wide diversity of wild animals which includes the big 5. Playground with a trampoline and swings, chess board, bush braai, bird watching, game drives, nature walk in the pilanesberg, south african braai on the weekends at the restaurant, special events program organized for the summer holidays for the old and young. Images on safari near sun city at bakgatla resort, visitors can see big five game and just about every southern african mammal in the pilanesberg national park. Situated on the rich grounds of the national park, bakgatla resort in pilanesberg promises a onceinalifetime experience the thrillseeker in you must not miss.
We are a chain of 3 star graded resorts that offers affordable accommodation to the keen outdoor enthusiast. Bakgatla resort our favorite selfdrive destination in. Golden leopard resorts bakgatla resort pilanesberg. Bakgatla accommodation caters to a wide range of visitors.
Situated on the rich grounds of the national park, bakgatla resort in pilanesberg promises a onceinalifetime experience the. Bakgatla resort bakgatla offers relaxation and much more for the outdoor enthusiast, such as self, or conducted game drives, bird watching and exciting excursions in and around the pilanesberg national park, north west province south africa. Well even let you know about secret offers and sales when you sign up to our emails. Each airconditioned chalet sleeps five guests and consists of a main bedroom with a double bed and a loft room with three single beds. Experience this full safari and enjoy a timeshare stay at bakgatla resort.
Toast the days memories around the fire at the braai, hosted every weekend or host your own event at the resorts kemonate venue. Pilanesberg was named after chief pilane, the forefather of the bakgatla. Adventure tours and outdoor activities like birdwatching, excursions, and game drives allow you to dip further into your holiday. Our property presents a unique hideaway where you can get lost in. Its rustic atmosphere and emphasis on getting back to nature are bound to make bakgatla a firm favorite with outdoor enthusiasts. Golden leopard resorts bakgatla resort in pilanesberg. The lodges in pilanesberg national park offer a range of activities ranging from game viewing to cultural experiences and beauty treatments. With plenty of fun activities for the outdoor enthusiast, bakgatla resort is an ideal base from which to explore the diverse wildlife and wonders of the spectacular pilanesberg game reserve. Golden leopard resorts bakgatla resort in pilanesberg national park, south africa. The ultimate guide to the pilanesberg from history to hot spots. Pilanesberg wildlife trust who are pilanesberg wildlife trust. Overviewaccommodationfacilitiesaccessactivitiescheckinchild policy. Bakgatla is an ideal base from which to explore the pilanesberg game reserve. Bakgatla resort, pilanesberg nature reserve, south africa.
Bakgatla resort has a swimming pool, childrens playground, shop with curios and basic suppliers, walking trails and an onsite aviary are available for guests to enjoy, besides the never popular game drives within the pilanesberg national park, where guests can view the big five. Activities activities which can be booked at the resort include. The bakgatla resort in the pilanesberg national park is a family welcoming resort nestled in a natural reserve which is home to many unique and beautiful species of birds, mammals as well as vegetation. Bakgatla resort is located at the foot of the garamoga hill in the pilanesberg national park. Compare hotel prices and find the cheapest price for the bakgatla resort resort in rustenburg.
The leisure link family welcomes you to the bakgatla resort. Both manyane and bakgatla resorts offer the keen outdoor enthusiast superb accommodation in chalets, tents, well equipped caravanning and. This game reserve is in the crater of an extinct volcano which was formed by eruptions approximately 1200 million years ago. Bakgatla is part of golden leopard resorts and offers facilities for families as well as retreats for couples and discerning safari goers. The bakgatla resort lies at the foot of the garamoga hills and offers accommodation to all travellers, who want to explore the pilanesberg game reserve. This resort has its own braai area, pub, swimming pool, playground and offers game drives in the pilanesburg national park and excellent birdwatching in the reserve.
Bakgatla offers relaxation and much more for the outdoor enthusiast, such as self, or conducted game drives, bird watching and exciting excursions in and around the pilanesberg national park. At the time of this study manyane and bakgatla resorts together employed 219. Hotel bakgatla resort in tswaaneng great prices at hotel. Bakgatla resort selfcatering and game lodge pilanesberg. Its firstrate venue facilities, exceptional big 5 game viewing, the range of fun outdoor activities, and effortless access to legendary leisure resort sun city, ensure pilanesberg national park is the unequivocal choice for a conference thats a cut above. Bakgatla offers a true african safari in colonial style chalets or safari tents.
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