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Take in the view from up above on the Harties aerial cableway. Photo: flowcomm / flickr

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Harties: The one-stop-adventure-shop

Surrounded by the majestic Magaliesberg mountains, Hartbeespoort, or Harties as it’s affectionately known, is as adventure-packed as it is peaceful. Here are four adventure activities that are a must when in Harties… MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES IN HARTBEESPOORT Guaranteed to get your heart racing. Photo: Daniel Hug / flickr For some seriously adrenaline-spiking activities, why not try […]

Harties adventures
Take in the view from up above on the Harties aerial cableway. Photo: flowcomm / flickr

Surrounded by the majestic Magaliesberg mountains, Hartbeespoort, or Harties as it’s affectionately known, is as adventure-packed as it is peaceful. Here are four adventure activities that are a must when in Harties…

MOUNTAIN ADVENTURES IN HARTBEESPOORT

Guaranteed to get your heart racing. Photo: Daniel Hug / flickr

For some seriously adrenaline-spiking activities, why not try out a mountain adventure or two? Mountain Adventures at Harties offers incredible experiences like abseiling, rock climbing and kloofing. You can check availability and make bookings online. Enquire for pricing.

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HARTIES AERIAL CABLEWAY 

Constructed in 1973, the Hartbeespoort aerial cableway stretches 1.2km to the top of the Magaliesberg and provides extensive views of the Harties Dam, Magaliesberg and surrounding areas. Also the longest mono-cableway in Africa, it’s open seven days a week and is weather permitting.

Tickets cost R280 per adult and R185 per child aged four to 14.

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HOT AIR BALLOONING

Take to the skies to enjoy an experience like no other in a hot air balloon flight. Run by many reputable companies in the area, hot air ballooning is an exceptional way to take in the scenery around Hartbeespoort.

Book an exclusive flight for you and your partner, or take advantage of the better priced group flight option. Enquire for pricing.

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HARTIES WATERSPORTS CENTRE

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Hop on a jet ski at the Harties Watersports Centre. Photo: Anrita1705 / pixabay

Situated inside the Hartbeespoort Animal and Snake Park, the Harties Watersports Centre offers several water sporting activities such as tube rides, speed boat cruises, jet ski hire and wake snakes. Perfect for any adrenaline junkie.

For a more serene experience, embark on one of their Ferry boat cruises, ideal for families and kids. Enquire for individual activity prices.

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