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The Magaliesberg Canopy Tour is located in the Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve – 1 ½ hours from Joburg and 1 hour from Pretoria.
Eleven platforms have been built against the cliff and rock faces of the spectacular Ysterhout Kloof, a beautiful gorge carved out of the mountainside, and are joined by long steel cables that you slide along to reach the next platform. Much like a “foefie” slide, the canopy tour essentially involves zigzagging down the kloof while stopping at each platform to admire the expansive views and surrounding ecology.
The Magaliesberg mountains are home to a wide variety of plant, animal, and birdlife – watch out for the shy klipspringer jumping from rock to rock below you or look up to spot an endangered black eagle circling above. Two trained canopy guides assure the safety of each participant while describing interesting facts about the indigenous plants, bird life, ecology and geology of the area.
Safety briefing
4×4 return trip
All equipment
Fully guided 2½ hour tour (10 slides, 11 platforms)
The Magaliesberg Canopy Tour® experience begins with a thorough safety briefing that covers all the do’s and don’ts of the tour. After the briefing, you will be kitted out with your sliding harness, safety helmet and sliding gloves. The guides check that harnesses are fitted properly and make final adjustments where necessary. To end the briefing, you are given an opportunity to ask questions.
You are now ready to mount the 4×4 vehicle that will transport you up the mountain, over a distance of approximately 2 kilometres, to the drop off zone near the first platform. Look out for the resident Impala, Blue Wildebeest, Zebra, Duiker and many other indigenous animal, bird, reptile and insect species along the way – it makes the trip so much more exciting and interesting. Disembark, follow your guides on a short walk to the first platform and “let the fun begin”!
The Magaliesberg range is home to a wide variety of plant, bird and animal life. With some luck, you may spot a Duiker or a shy Klipspringer jumping from rock to rock. Look up and you are likely to spot our breading pair of Black Eagles circling above. Rock Rabbits (Dassies) are abundant and, depending on the time of day, they may be running around playfully or lazing in the sun on an exposed rock. Bring your cameras along as you will find yourself in natural surrounds that you have never or seldom before experienced.
Magalies Canopy Tours
The guides Tee & Tlotlo made our experience unforgettable. They were knowledgeable, funny and made us all feel completely safe. Thank you! - Siobhan
What an incredible experience at the Magaliesberg Canopy Tour! Our group of 7 had an absolutely fantastic time from start to finish. The scenery was breathtaking, and the canopy tour itself was exciting, safe, and so much fun. A special mention to the instructors, who were outstanding. They were professional, knowledgeable, and made everyone feel comfortable and confident throughout the tour. Their enthusiasm and sense of humour really added to the experience. Everything was well organised, and the whole adventure exceeded our expectations. Whether you're looking for an exciting outing with friends or a unique way to enjoy the beautiful Magaliesberg, I highly recommend the Canopy Tour. We all left with huge smiles and wonderful memories. Thank you to the entire team for an unforgettable day! - Nicolette
My friends and I had an amazing time! I was so scared but they really took good care of me and helped me getting confidence to do the ziplines. It's worth it so much fun! - Lya
Thank you for a most enjoyable outing! From the moment we arrived until our lunch at the restaurant - we were well received and professionally handled on the activities. I would definitely recommend this to other family members and friends! - Melinda
The best experience - Gilbert
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