This 76 ha urban oasis is a pristine getaway situated in the eastern suburbs of South Africa's administrative capital, Pretoria.

Our farm is situated in Skeerpoort, a village at the foot of the majestic Magaliesberg mountains and we are open six days a week from 8h00 to 17h00. We are closed on Tuesdays. We have a restaurant and full function facilities for weddings, family outings, corporate functions, team building and any kind of festive occasion. Tailor made proposals can be arranged like lunches for tour groups, picnics and wine tasting. Besides our restaurant we can offer you a lovely relaxing picnic on the banks of the Skeerpoort river. The picnic hampers must be booked at least a day in advance. Any quantity of cheese can be bought at the Farm Shop, as well as a selection of wine, preserves, souvenirs, a range of Dutch favorites, sweets, odds and ends. Bookings are essential.

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Located on the outskirts of Pretoria, Rietvlei Nature Reserve is an ideal Sunday getaway for the family. The Reserve offers a host of activities for visitors ranging from game drives to bird watching, hiking and horse riding.

Perl Mountain Nature Reserve has a range of picnic sites scattered near caves, waterfalls, huge granite rocks, and reservoirs.

Meandering through Doolhof Estate is the picturesque Kromme River, which is supplemented by Gawie-se-Water. The River Walk, which was created in 2007, allows visitors to enjoy the scenic views on offer at Doolhof. One can follow the meandering path for several kilometres and stop at any one of the designated picnic sites along the walk. Visitors are welcome to enjoy a 10km walk through the vineyards. Doolhof, which is known for its mysterious hills and vales, is also home to many small mammals, including buck, porcupine, baboons and even leopard and who knows - you might even come across the Minotaur! Delicious picnic baskets are available upon prior reservation. To book your picnic please call us on 021 873 6911.

African Island Beach Resort has been created with beach lovers in mind, to satisfy the need for sun, sand and surf - without the long drive, heavy petrol costs, and constantly being asked "Are we there yet? " Big or small - Everyone can enjoy themselves by spending some quality time on our white, sandy "beaches". Whether you're here for a tan, you're looking to get wet, or you just want to enjoy yourself for a few hours, away from the hustle and bustle of city living, you can't go wrong with African Island. Please feel free to bring your own food and drink and enjoy a picnic at our resort. Don't forget to bring a gazebo or umbrella for a bit of shade. African Island is experiencing the full force of the African sun this Summer!

Vast open grassy spaces, and plenty of trees for shade, just perfect for relaxing in nature and enjoying an afternoon picnic. Resting in a Valley this picnic site offers beautiful scenery, tranquility and some forest exploring for the family. There is an easy, short 450m walk in the forest beneath the huge tree ferns and small trickling streams. The forest floor path can be slippery so do be careful when walking over tree roots and logs. Another a slightly more strenuous walk takes visitors to the incredibly beautiful Spitzkop viewpoint overlooking the Knysna Heads. An ideal day outing for the whole family & be sure to remember your camera! The picnic spot can be reached via the R339, along the Prince Alfred Pass and is situated near the Diepwalle State Forest Facilities: Wooden tables and benches, brei (fire) facilities, water and bush toilets. GPS Coordinates: S33 54. 842 E23 08. 583

The Oude Molen Eco Village provides a swimming pool, picnic and brei facilitiesis to the public. Open from Tuesday to Friday for private function use as per client requests, i. e: schools, churches, team building & old age homes etc. Open over weekends for all to enjoy. Bookings essential!

Bokkie Park in East Rand, Gauteng is a great place to bring the family for a fun filled day out. Children will enjoy the playground and will love the petting farm. Activities at the farm allow you to stroke and feed the animals or even milk the cows. Bunny rabbits roam free through the park and are always a highlight for the little ones. Camel and pony rides are also available at the weekends. There is a dam at the park which is home to many water fowl and is a great place to sit alongside whilst taking in the stunning nature around you. Bring along a picnic or make use of the brei facilities in the park. If you forgot to bring lunch you can visit the kiosk for a few tasty snacks. Once a month, on a Saturday, there is a craft market held in the park with a variety of art and craft stalls offering a number of interesting items. A tea garden is also set up on these days where you can sit and relax while the kids play.

Mitchell Park Zoo, also known as Mitchell Park or Mitchell's Park, is situated in the Morningside suburb of Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Holding claim to being the only zoo in Durban, Mitchell Park was initially established as an ostrich farm in 1910. After an unprofitable start, other animals were introduced and it became home to many large animals; most notably an Indian Elephant called Nellie, who was given to the zoo by the Maharajah of Mysore in 1928. She could blow a mouth organ and crack coconuts with her feet.

Lethabo Estate in the Cradle of Humankind, Lanseria, is set on the banks of the Crocodile River, centrally positioned very near Lanseria International Airport and a short commute from Pretoria and Johannesburg. Enjoy wraparound views of the nature reserve from the deck overlooking the Crocodile River with our delicious cuisine. Retreat to our private and romantic, lovers hideaways, picnic in style, set your dream wedding on the lawns in front of the willows on the river bank or conference and party. We offer a full range of services and diverse accommodation, designed to suit your specific requirements. Come and revitalise yourself on this unique and beautiful 150-acre estate. We offer a wide range of activities. Golfers can enjoy three different golf course experiences close by. The Blair Athol Golf course conveniently neighbours Lethabo Estate, Dainfern is south towards the city and Pecanwood Golf Club is north on the Hartbeespoort Dam. Both are a 15-minute drive.