Thabazimbi: Dare the Untamed Life
Its name literally means mountain of iron, Thabazimbi, South Africa is a town known to have the largest mining shafts and the biggest iron ore production in the entire continent. Sitting at the foot of Mt. Ysterberg and surrounded by several other mountain ranges, the town also boasts of its stunning natural parks full of wildlife, floras, and trail adventures awaiting its visitors. Thabazimbi is truly a place for the nature-adventure seeker.
Best Time to Visit
Thabazimbi, South Africa, despite its lush green surroundings, experiences hot and humid weather the entire year. It is the warmest and most comfortable during the middle of the year and thus is perfect for long hikes. If you are a fan of rock music, then come around August when the Oppikoppi Music Festival is taking place. But take note that many party goers visit the town during this time and Thabazimbi hotels have higher rates.
What to Do & Area Attractions
A place of sanctuary to diverse wildlife animals and home to the endangered Cape vultures is the Marakele National Park. It is one of the well-visited attractions in Thabazimbi. Close by, you will see the Ben Alberts Nature Reserve, where you can also interact with the vast wildlife animals living there. If you are down for a bigger adventure, then head on to Grootfontein Mountain where you bike through the trail which is as far as 30 miles. Excellent Thabazimbi hotels are readily available within a few minutes from the town center. Among the highly-recommended ones are Echo Mountain Inn, Marula Cottage Guest Lodge, and Marataba Safari Lodge. Other options include the Kololo Game Reserve, which offers BBQ grills, bar/lounge, a restaurant and outdoor pool.
