Hartbeespoort: Getting to Know “Harties”
Hartbeespoort, South Africa or commonly known as the “Harties”, is set in the natural splendor of Magaliesberg, surrounded by valleys, rivers and forest. The town has a lot of promise for people who are adventurous, culturally inclined. Harties is just a few miles away from the famous city of Johannesburg. The Magalies Ranges serves as a backdrop to the village. The mountains thrust toward the skies reaches across the eastern shores of the top attraction of Hartbeespoort Dam. For those who love to explore new species flora and fauna, the town will not disappoint. Another rewarding activity while in the Harties is bird watching.
Best Time to Visit
The best months to visit the Harties start from months of May to September. The season is dry and all animals are out from their hiding. During these months, the climate is not that cold. September is the best time to discover the wildlife in the area.
What to Do & Area Attractions
Harties is just an hour from Johannesburg. It is considered to be a resort town that will make one feel close to nature. Take a tour in the Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary, which is filled with monkeys and other wild animals. Another attraction is the De Wildt Cheetah Reserve. After a long day of touring the outdoors, the La dolce Vita Guest House, a 4-star accommodation situated 0.4 miles from the city center, features an outdoor pool and variety of recreational activities. The First Group Magalies Park is a 4-star hotel and about 3.5 miles from the town. It is located in the foothills of the mountain range of Magaliesberg.