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Wonderboom, Pretoria
Wonderboom lies just on the other side of the Wonderboom Nature Reserve of the city centre; neighbour to Magalieskruin, Montana and Annlin in the northern suburbs of Pretoria.
The pretty suburb lies ideally minutes from some of Pretoria's main attractions - the State Theatre, the Kruger Museum, Melrose House, the Pretoria Zoo and further afield the Voortrekker Monument, Smuts House Museum and Freedom Park.
But the major advantage to staying in Wonderboom, nestled at the foot of the Magaliesberg as it is, is that it is on the main route to the Kruger National Park. Wonderboom also has its very own airport used mostly for light aircraft and the Pretoria Flying Club.
The Wonderboom Nature Reserve should be high on the itinerary list, even if it is only for a few hours, to catch a glimpse of the incredible wild fig trees after which the reserve is named.
The 200 hectare reserve has a 1 000 year old specimen that was reputed to be so large that it provided shade for 1 000 people at a time, or, in those days, 22 ox-wagons. But a fire and parasite infection meant that the tree today is a shadow of its former self, despite having rooted further 'daughter' trees around the original specimen from its branches.
Whilst in the mood for nature, and perhaps to prepare for the journey inland to game farms further afield, the Onderstepoort Nature Reserve is also worth a visit, particularly as it forms part of an area of rehabilitated bushveld and provides some wonderful birding opportunities.
In the vicinity
Hotels & other accommodation options
Guest House
Garrett Guest House
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Hotel / Guest House
Villa San Giovanni
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Bed & Breakfast
Berghaan BnB Pretoria
Nestled at the foot of the Magalies Mountains (the oldest mountain range in the world), Berghaan BnB Pretoria offers cosy and private accommodati...
Guest House / Bed & Breakfast
Purple Olive Guest House
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Things to do in the area
Horse Riding
Horse Riding at Voortrekker Monument
Cape Riding Horse offers the best trails rides and allow you to enjoy nature at its best. Experienced and inexperienced riders will enjoy our hor...
Monuments
See the Retief Obelisk
The Retief Obelisk designed by architects Meiring, Naud�, L�tter and Botha stands tall on the site of The Voortrekker Monument and Nature Reserve...
Caf�s & Eateries
Tranna Indian
Tranna is an outstanding restaurant offering authentic Indian food the way it should be. Sit inside or outside and enjoy a fabulous meal or alter...
Art Galleries
The Javett Art Centre
Staying overnight in Pretoria gives visitors so many opportunities to experience the culture and beauty of South Africa. The University of Pretor...
Restaurants: Bistros & Pubs
Villa San Giovanni Ristorante
Immerse yourself in the flavours of Italy at the Villa San Giovanni Restaurant. Each dish has been designed and perfected by chef and namesake, G...
Noteworthy attractions
Golf Courses
Irene Country Club
The Irene Golf Club has one of the most attractive golf courses imaginable, next to Van der Byl Farm in the small, leafy village of Irene. Irene ...
Golf Courses
Waterkloof Golf Club
Waterkloof Golf Club is also the home of South African cricketing icon, AB De Villiers. Waterkloof is situated on the undulating slopes of Pretor...
Golf Courses
Pretoria Country Club
Founded in 1910, the Pretoria Country Club nestles in the scenic beauty of Waterkloof, one of the city�s most prestigious suburbs. Over the years...
Golf Courses
Pretoria Golf Club
Pretoria Golf Club, or Pretoria West as it is popularly known, is steeped in history. It was established in 1894, which makes it the oldest club ...
Golf Courses
Silver Lakes Golf Course
Silver Lakes Country Club is part of an upmarket residential estate which is situated in genuine Bushveld country, 20 kilometres to the east of P...
Golf Courses
Wingate Park Country Club
Lush and luxuriant in the wet summer months and well groomed throughout the year, the championship Wingate Park course has been rated among the t...
Golf Courses
Woodhill Golf Course
Woodhill Country Club and residential estate is situated in the eastern suburbs of Pretoria and the layout consists of two very different halves ...
Nature Reserves
Wonderboom Nature Reserve
Named after the wild fig (Ficus salicifolia) Wonderboom, for which the reserve is famous, and which grows at the foot of the northern slopes of t...
Landmarks
Pretoria Tours
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