Is Rietvlei Nature Reserve open during lockdown?

“Only Rietvlei will stay open for day visitors for self-drive game viewing under strict Covid-19 safety protocols.”

How much is Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

Entrance to the reserve costs R55 per adult, R20 for children (6-16 years)and free for children under 5. The disabled or elderly (over 60) pay R20 entrance fee. Access to the Angling area is also R40 and the reserve can be accessed from the angling area.

Who owns Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

the City of Tshwane
Rietvlei Nature Reserve belongs to the City of Tshwane and came into existence due to a water scheme to supply drinking water for the city of Pretoria. Rietvlei Nature Reserve is, therefore, a fairly large nature reserve in an urban setting and covers about 4 000 hectares.

How do I book Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

Rietvlei Nature Reserve

1. Further information or bookings: 012 358 1810/1/2.
2. Angling area: 012 480 9944 / 012 480 9945.
3. Directions. From the R21 take the IRENE RIETVLEI DAM off-ramp. Drive in an easterly direction, at the first 4-way stop street turn right towards Olifantsfontein and the St Georges Hotel.

Can you picnic at Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

You can picnic or bring your own braai or hire a drum braai from the farm office for R50. Free Parking is available at the Farm Entrance Parking Area OR you can park inside the Picnic Area at a cost of R50 per vehicle. No buses or taxis allowed in the Picnic Park.

Is Rietvlei Nature Reserve Open Level 3?

Level 3: Tshwane closes recreational facilities, nature reserves remain open | News24.

Are there crocodiles in Rietvlei Dam?

Despite the presence of both crocodile and hippo at the Rietvlei Dam, the race, hosted by Centurion Canoe Club, never fails to attract a large crowd as the paddlers enjoy company on the five laps around the massive dam.

Is Rietvlei dam safe?

Pretoria and Centurion’s drinking water is pumped from this dam and distributed via a water purification plant to a water network, so this water can be regarded as reasonably safe, provided that all water filtering and purifying equipment works as it should.

Are there giraffes at Rietvlei nature Reserve?

Although situated in an urban environment the reserve also offers hikers a surprisingly natural atmosphere. There are various trails to choose from that differ in difficulty. Game: More than 20 mammal species including, giraffe, kudu, impala, zebra, blue wildebeest and sable.

Can you hike at Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

Rietvlei Nature Reserve offers a 10km (4 hour) day walk (10-15 people) and a 21km (2 day) overnight hike (6-8 people).

What animals are at Rietvlei Nature Reserve?

Rietvlei is affectionately known as a “haven of nature” by the locals. Home to the endangered Bankenveld grassland and around 2000 different animals, it is the perfect game-viewing day trip. See rhinos, buffalo, black wildebeest, blesbok, zebras, waterbuck, reedbuck and oribi, and if you are lucky the elusive cheetah.

Is Rietvlei nature reserve safe?

The reserve is definitely safe and has a beautiful picnic spot.

How big is the Rietvlei Dam nature reserve?

Rietvlei Dam Nature Reserve is 18km South East of Pretoria and covers about 3,800 hectares of endangered Bankenveld Grassland. It is home to 1,600 head of game and some of the best local wildlife photographers in southern Africa.

Where to eat near Rietvlei Nature Reserve in Pretoria?

“ Ambience great! Table for ” 09/10/2020 711 Sterkfontein Avenue, Cross ST. Gfeorge Hotel, Next to Bow Shop Doornkloof East Cnr.

When was the Rietvlei Dam in the Great Depression?

Rietvlei dam was built during the great depression (from about 1929 to early 1930’s) and was completed in 1934. Manual laborers were paid 4 shilling a month and soil was carted away by mule carts. Feeding the dam is the Sesmyl (Six Mile) Spruit, five fountains (one is located on an adjacent property) and five boreholes.

How long is a safari drive at Rietvlei?

The safari drives are 1 and a half hours long and takes place within the reserve ADULT 120.00 CHILDREN 90.00 UNDER 6 FREE BOOK A SAFARI Connect with us [email protected]