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Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park. The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park's sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock, keeping vigil over the main rest camp.
Nestled in the rolling foothills of the Maluti Mountains of the north eastern Free State lies the Golden Gate Highlands National Park.
The park derives its name from the brilliant shades of gold cast by the sun on the park's sandstone cliffs, especially the imposing Brandwag rock, keeping vigil over the main rest camp.
This 11 600 hectares of unique environment is true highland habitat, providing home to a variety of mammals – black wildebeest, eland, blesbok, oribi, springbok and Burchell's zebra - and birds, including the rare bearded vulture (lammergeier) and the equally rare bald ibis, which breed on the ledges in the sandstone cliffs.
Ribbokkop, the highest point in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park, reveals a breathtaking tapestry of red, yellow and purple hues as its warm shades merge with the cool mountain shadows towards evening.
Top things to do in the Golden Gate Highlands National Park:
- Discover the spectacular nature on a short nature trail (varying from 1 hour to 5 hours)
- Game viewing at leisure in your own vehicle
- Enjoy a guided excursion into the park
- Swimming in the natural pool at Glen Reenen.
- During peak period (summer and school holidays) Horse-riding is offered
- There are a variety of family friendly activities in the park including bowls, tennis, table tennis and snooker
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