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The Mountain is a space which attracts creatives, adventurers, conservationists, dreamers and doers. We are grateful to have the opportunity to be a voice for this unique community through the Mountain Getaways Visitors’ Guide, quarterly Magazine and this Website which serves to remind us once again how privileged we are to be able to spend time in Magoebaskloof where there are mountains instead of malls, spectacular views rather than parkades and silence to replace the sounds of the city.
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The Mountain Company - Hiker Sandi Leigh Moore’s journey from athlete to mountain muse
Sandi Leigh Moore arrived in Magoebaskloof in 2008 as a countryside farmgirl at heart, albeit one clad in urban armour: a system-programmed business owner, an athlete and a nature-lover who carried her fast dedication everywhere she went. “Haenertsburg is a beautiful holiday destination to take a break from the real world,” she thought. "It offers magical mountains to cycle over and crystal clear streams to stop and drink from when trail running" That sure is not what big ci
Love Limpopo
Dec 23, 20253 min read
A Dog’s Guide to the Good Life In Magoebaskloof & Haenertsburg
By your four-legged travel correspondent, Lucky the Mountain Mutt If you’re a dog with a nose for adventure (and have a human who knows how to drive), point your snout towards the misty mountains of Magoebaskloof and Haenertsburg. Here, the air smells like pine needles and possibility, and there’s no shortage of sticks, streams, and sunny spots to nap in. With pet-friendly accommodation from lodges to camping and welcoming restaurants, it is a great getaway for you and your h
Love Limpopo
Dec 19, 20254 min read
Earth Creations at House of Art - A Day of Clay, Colour and Connection in Haenertsburg
After two straight weeks of mist and mountain rain, Magoebaskloof was starting to feel like a soggy cocoon. Fog-softened mornings, damp footsteps, washing that never quite dried - cabin fever was creeping in. So when I parked outside the House of Art in Haenertsburg and looked up to see a sky the colour of crystal glass, I felt almost giddy. The sun, apparently making up for lost time, blazed a summer-bold 35 degrees across the village. In front of me, a bicycle wheel made o
Deon Pienaar
Dec 14, 20255 min read
Upcoming Events happening in Haenertsburg & Magoebaskloof
As another year draws to a close, ‘The Mountain’ is humming with energy - festive markets, new art galleries and gatherings that capture the true rhythm of our mountain home. Haenertsburg glows brighter than ever as the entire village lights up for its Christmas festivities, while The Iron Crown gets ready to welcome the new year with an awesome rock ’n roll event. From December through February, there is a blush of blueberries to be picked, and later, in March, the Ebeneze
Love Limpopo
Dec 12, 20253 min read
DIRT CERAMIC STUDIO
There’s a new kind of alchemy unfolding at the edge of the forest, where mist clings to the hills and the old farm supermarket stands...
Lisa Martus
Sep 28, 20253 min read
SPRING DAYS along Cheerio Road
Spring at Cheerio Trout Fishing and Holiday Resort on Cheerio Road Spring is a feeling. It is the stirring of something soft and fragrant...
Lisa Martus
Sep 16, 20253 min read
ENJOY FESTIVE SPRING DAYS IN MAGICAL MAGOEBASKLOOF
When the first blush of blossoms hits the slopes of Magoebaskloof and the crisp mountain air starts to soften, you know ‘The Mountain’ is...
Love Limpopo
Sep 12, 20252 min read
BIRDING THE LIMPOPO PROVINCE WITH DAVID LETSOALO ...... Special people, places and memories
I have loved birds since I was in single digits. I still remember how the bright colours of waxbills and firefinches captivated my...
Richard Flack
Sep 11, 20255 min read
SPRING ON 'THE MOUNTAIN' .... A Celebration in Full Bloom
Every year, around the end of September, something quietly miraculous happens in Magoebaskloof and the small town of Haenertsburg. The...
Lisa Martus
Sep 8, 20252 min read
DARE TO EXPLORE .... Adventure Awaits in Magoebaskloof
Magoebaskloof is well known as an adventure-tourism destination with its abundance of adrenaline-fuelled activities, mountain biking...
Lisa Martus
Mar 2, 20254 min read
THE OLD PACKHOUSE DISTILLERY - Gin-tasting and more!
The Old Packhouse Distillery, near Tzaneen is an artisanal distillery producing small-batch, handcrafted gin since 2017 that ‘capture the...
Lisa Martus
Mar 1, 20252 min read
ZWAKALA - COME CLOSER
ZWAKALA RIVER RETREAT Whether you are enjoying a craft beer at Zwakala Brewery, celebrating at Mina’s Farm Venue or staying at Zwakala...
Lisa Martus
Sep 24, 20244 min read
MOUNTAIN GETAWAYS ACTIVITY LISTINGS FOR SPRING
SHORT WALKS & SPRING GARDENS - Cheerio Gardens (071 771 5152) Walk the paths of these world-famous gardens in Spring. (L road) -...
Lisa Martus
Sep 7, 20243 min read
HOWZIT HAENERTSBURG HOMEGROWN MARKET
If you are in the area at the right time, visit the Howzit Haenertsburg Homegrown Market held on the Village Green. From unique crafts...
Lisa Martus
Sep 7, 20244 min read
IRON CROWN TRAIL RUN
“That’s the thing about running: your greatest runs are rarely measured by racing success. They are moments in time when running allows...
Amy Taylor-Bennett
Jul 6, 20242 min read
WINTER ACTIVITIES IN MAGOEBASKLOOF 2024
As winter sets in, Magoebaskloof undergoes a transformation. The area is renowned for its azaleas and cherry blossoms during Spring and...
Lisa Martus
Jun 17, 20244 min read
LIMPOPO HEALTH & WELLNESS EXPO
I chose to take a colourful, creative and fun approach to this, the first Limpopo Wellness Expo because often the topic of health and...
Beth Forrest Stroud
Jun 7, 20246 min read
AUTUMN AT CHEERIO GARDENS
Tucked into the warm embrace of the scenic gravel road, the moss-covered wrought iron gates are wide open… welcoming you to Cheerio...
Lisa Martus
Apr 3, 20243 min read
MUSHROOMS AND MEDITATIONS AT OTTERHOLT FARM
Tune in to nature’s secrets this Autumn ... to the sound of the breeze through the forest and the soft fluttering of red, gold and orange...
Lisa Martus
Mar 24, 20243 min read
MOUNTAIN BIKING IN MAGOEBASKLOOF
Surrounded by towering trees and rugged mountains in the distance, you are only aware of the wind in your face and the small circles you...
Lisa Martus
Mar 23, 20244 min read
PICNIC PERFECT PLACES FOR AUTUMN
The mellowness of Autumn in Magoebaskloof makes it easy to selectively ignore the inevitable reality that winter will sneak in on the...
Lisa Martus
Mar 19, 20245 min read
GO HORSE-RIDING WITH MANELY EQUINE
Manely Equine, located 2km outside Haenertsburg, is a haven for horse lovers of all ages and abilities. The farm specializes in a range...
Lisa Martus
Jan 9, 20243 min read
CREATIVE COLLABORATIONS AT KAROSS STUDIO
Lovers of beauty and botanicals enjoyed a delightful exhibition at the Kaross Studio, over a weekend in October, celebrating all things...
Lisa Martus
Jan 5, 20243 min read
THE HI-TEC MAGOEBAS ULTRA TRAIL RUN... A Celebration of Community and Adventure
Taking place in the heart of South Africa's Limpopo province, the Hi-Tec Magoebas Ultra trail run entices adventure enthusiasts from...
Handre Hay
Jan 4, 20243 min read
WHERE TO STAY...
One of our favourite places to stay on the Mountain is Bramasole Guesthouse….find out why..
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