Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve & Farm

Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve & Farm is a 1500 ha working farm situated between Ficksburg and Fouriesburg near the Lesotho border in the Witteberg mountain range. There are 3 dams offering shelter to an abundance of birdlife and wildlife. Two of the dams are stocked with carp and bass and visitors are welcome to fish at no extra cost.

The accommodation comprises Gumtree and 3 Oaktree Chalets. The rustic chalets are self-catering, cleaned on a daily basis and include all linen, pillows, towels, cutlery, crockery, pots, pans and cooking utensils are provided. With no TV, this is an ideal opportunity to take a break from modern life an…

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Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve & Farm is a 1500 ha working farm situated between Ficksburg and Fouriesburg near the Lesotho border in the Witteberg mountain range. There are 3 dams offering shelter to an abundance of birdlife and wildlife. Two of the dams are stocked with carp and bass and visitors are welcome to fish at no extra cost.

The accommodation comprises Gumtree and 3 Oaktree Chalets. The rustic chalets are self-catering, cleaned on a daily basis and include all linen, pillows, towels, cutlery, crockery, pots, pans and cooking utensils are provided. With no TV, this is an ideal opportunity to take a break from modern life and simply enjoy nature. Electricity is available and is generated by solar panels and stored in batteries.

Activities include 4 marked hiking trails are available but visitors are welcome to walk anywhere as there are no dangerous animals. The topography is also ideal for mountain bikes, quad bikes and off-road motorcycles. There are some areas that could be reached by SUV or pickup. Outrides on horseback are offered by a neighbouring farm.

Thaba Thabo Nature Reserve & Farm is located only 30 km from Ficksburg, 47 km from Fouriesburg, 70 km from Clarens, 88 km from Bethlehem and 130 km from Afriski. The reserve offers 360 degrees of breathtaking views, including the Maluti Mountain Range of Lesotho.

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