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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 Ultimate Braai Master -Limpopo’s Fire Dancers blazed a bold new path as Wild Cards
The coals have been glowing again on South African screens as The Ultimate Braai Master returned for its ninth season, an all-stars showdown, with a mix of twelve returning legends seeking redemption against two bold wild card teams. The beautiful landscapes of the Western Cape became both the backdrop and battleground as contestants were pitted against each other in a high-pressure series of outdoor fire-cooking challenges, filmed over an intense 21 days. Season-9 brought
Love Limpopo
Dec 29, 20254 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


Born to be Moi: A new restaurant near Tzaneen
A fresh, locally-rooted café has come to life on the outskirts of Tzaneen, the fertile subtropical area known for avocado and macadamia farms, mountain passes and forested escarpments. Moi Café is fast becoming a waypoint for travellers linking Tzaneen, Haenertsburg and Magoebaskloof, as well as a community hub for locals. When Duncan and Xyza Bothma approached Zander Ernst and Rémi Andersen , known locally for their innovative approach at Krabbefontein Café , to manage a n
Love Limpopo
Dec 16, 20252 min read


A Taste of 'The Mountain' At the Pot ’n Plow in Magoebaskloof
Half way between Haenertsburg village and Woodbush forest, along the R71 in Magoebaskloof, you will find the Pot ’n Plow , a restaurant filled with the buzz of conversation, enticing smells from the pizza oven and the promise of good company. Owners George and Lara Luis are at the heart of it, not just serving food or pouring drinks but creating connections, sharing stories, laughter and the kind of hospitality that makes strangers feel like old friends and locals feel like
Love Limpopo
Dec 12, 20254 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


THE MAGIC OF MAGOEBASKLOOF FARMSTALL
Tucked into the bend of the R71’s zigs or zags of the Magoebaskloof Pass into the Lowveld, the Magoebaskloof Farmstall is a great place...
Lisa Martus
Aug 17, 20243 min read


SUNDAY LUNCH AT KRABBEFONTEIN CAFE
When winter holds Magoebaskloof in a frosty embrace, there's a certain appeal in finding a warm and welcoming place indoors or in the...
Lisa Martus
Jun 19, 20243 min read


WHERE TO EAT | WINTER 2024
Haenertsburg and Magoebaskloof attract travellers from across the world, enchanted by the spectacular scenery, activities galore and a...
Lisa Martus
Jun 14, 20246 min read


HAENERTSBURG AND MAGOEBASKLOOF MARKETS
THE WOODCUTTERS HOMESTEAD MARKET The twice-monthly Haenertsburg Mountain Market is set in the serene surroundings of Woodcutters...
Lisa Martus
Apr 12, 20242 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


PACK A SNACK: Delicious local goodies for your Magoebaskloof picnic!
Autumn is perfect picnic weather, so once you have chosen your favourite spot to spend the afternoon, start your quest for deliciousness...
Lisa Martus
Mar 24, 20243 min read


WHERE TO EAT IN HAENERTSBURG & MAGOEBASKLOOF
Magoebaskloof and Haenertsburg attract travellers from across the world, enchanted by the spectacular scenery, activities galore and a...
Lisa Martus
Mar 21, 20245 min read


KINGS WALDEN'S RESTAURANT
Kings Walden Garden Manor recently relaunched the kitchen with renowned Chef, Laaika Moosa and her new vision of ‘Food as Medicine’. ...
Brett Hilton Barber
Jan 9, 20242 min read


MY MAGOEBASKLOOF FOOD JOURNEY
Nestled in the breathtaking embrace of mountains and forests, Magoebaskloof and the small village of Haenertsburg give visitors a host of...
Kerry Gibson
Jan 3, 20243 min read


10 THINGS TO DO AROUND TZANEEN THIS FESTIVE SEASON
The festive season is all about exploring, relaxing, and making cherished memories. With diverse experiences for everyone, Tzaneen and...
Nkhensani Ngomane
Dec 30, 20234 min read


HABIBI... AN AUTHENTIC TURKISH DINING EXPERIENCE
Habibi is a term of endearment in the Arabic language meaning beloved, sweetheart, my darling… my love. The sense of romance evoked from...
Lisa Martus
Dec 18, 20231 min read


BLUEBERRY HEIGHTS CAFÉ
In the mountains of Magoebaskloof, things are ever-changing and your whim may have to adapt to the weather. But Blueberry Heights Farm...
Lisa Martus
Dec 15, 20233 min read


KOFFIE KULTURE AT KRABBEFONTEIN
Krabbefontein Café is to be found on a working coffee farm at the base of the winding Magoebaskloof Pass heading to Tzaneen. This small...
Lisa Martus
Dec 15, 20233 min read


FUN IN THE SUN SUMMER: ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS 2023
Summer! The word brings up happy feelings and mental images of sunshine, ice cream, freedom, bare feet and laughter. There is magic in...
Lisa Martus
Dec 15, 20238 min read


WHERE TO EAT THIS SUMMER 2023 - IN MAGOEBASKLOOF & HAENERTSBURG
Zwakala Brewery, the northern-most Craft Brewery in the scenic Magoebaskloof Mountains is a favourite place to hang out, slow down and...
Lisa Martus
Dec 15, 20235 min read


SPRING IN MAGOEBASKLOOF & HAENERTSBURG: WHERE TO EAT
Zwakala Brewery, the northern-most Craft Brewery in the scenic Magoebaskloof Mountains is a favourite place to hang out, slow down and...
Lisa Martus
Sep 22, 20235 min read


FARM TO FORK WITH THE MOUNTAIN FOODIES
Travel should be about feeding all of your senses with the best there is on offer at your destination. We often forget that the real...
Lisa Martus
Aug 28, 202313 min read


THE ZWAKALA EXPERIENCE
Sunlight streams through the dancing arms of the Zwakala giants… trees to play in, to dance around, to get married under. This space is...
Lisa Martus
Aug 28, 20233 min read


WINTER GUIDE OF WHERE TO EAT IN MAGOEBASKLOOF & HAENERTSBURG
Zwakala Brewery, the northern-most Craft Brewery in the scenic Magoebaskloof Mountains is a favourite place to hang out, slow down and...
Lisa Martus
Aug 28, 20235 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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