Abseil
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Via
Ferrata
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Rock
Climbing and Kloofing
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Do a 100 meter
double pitch Abseil from the
Magaliesberg summit down
the cliff face for a mind blowing experience.The most exciting
abseil experience in the whole of the Gauteng and North
West Province.
We also offer a 25 meter abseil at The Shelter Rock.
The abseil experience at The Shelter Rock is an
ideal introduction to
abseiling for all ages.
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Take our Stairway
(Via Ferrata) to the summit of the
Magaliesberg with its incredible views and wind sculptured rocks.
It is the perfect and safe
way for the average person to experience thrills which were previously
reserved for ardent rock climbers.
Climbing a Via Ferrata is the fastest growing
outdoor sport in Europe
and is spreading around the world.
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Introduce yourself to the thrills of abseiling,
sports and rock climbing on our 3 in 1 adventure or join us for a
day day of kloofing on the Magaliesberg.
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Hiking
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Bachelor
Party
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Team
Building |
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The Mountain trail to the summit with
incredible views, Boer war forts and 100 year old trees is suitable for
all ages and is an exceptionally interesting experience for those
interested in nature.
A hike with a qualified FGSA field guide will increase your knowledge
of nature on the Magaliesberg. (Guides must be booked in advance to
ensure availability.)
Our 28 page pocket guide describes the most
interesting features along the trail.
You may bring your own refreshments to enjoy along the trail and/or
have a braai on your return at our hikers braai area.
Bring your own supplies |
Have a once in a
lifetime Bachelor Party . Give the groom a day to remember.
The parties start with muffins and coffee and includes climbing
the staircase and snacks on top of the Magaliesberg.
Then a 100 meter double
pitch abseil, cool down in our
country jacuzzi, chill around the campfire, have a dinner braai under
the
stars.
Sleep well and have a sumptuous breakfast before departure.
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Arrange a day or overnight Team Building
adventure in the peaceful Magaliesberg less than one hour away from the
hustle and bustle of the city.
Our facilitators are graduates
with both local and international experience. They will tailor a
team building event around your requirements.
The Via Ferrata and abseil is one of our popular team building
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| Knobkierie
Golf |
Adventure
Camps
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Mountain
Hut |
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Play
a
fun round of Knobkierie
Golf on
our unique 9 hole par 36 golf course.
Our 9th hole has no comparison.
You will remember our course rules and the
experience to reach the 19'th long after the event. |
Organize a Leadership and/or Adventure Camp.
Our facilitators can plan a comprehensive leadership or adventure camp
to meet all your requirements.
We have 1,2,3, and 4 day camps for schools as well
as holiday camps for individual learners.
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Stay
over in our mountain hut style accommodation and walk to the top of the
Magaliesberg.
Groups of 12 or more are welcome.
The hiking
trail, abseiling, rock climbing, knobkierie golf and via ferrata on
Shelter Rock provides you
with ample opportunity to explore and enjoy nature or have an adrenalin
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About
us
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Environmental Info
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Safety
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The 200 hectare farm has been in the Botha family
since 1980.
Location
Shelter Rock is situated on the southern slope of the Magaliesberg
approximately half way between the Hartebeestpoort dam and Magaliesburg
and near Maropeng. It is less than an hour from Pretoria and Sandton
and is on the way to Sun City.
Go to our road
map for the exact location
Base Camp
Base Camp is the operational center for the Via Ferrata, Abseil, Rock
Climbing, Mountain Trail, Knobkierie Golf, Kloofing, Bachelor Parties,
Team Building, Adventure camps and group accommodation.
Reception is
located at Base Camp. Shelter Rock has a fully licensed restaurant.
(Restaurant open by appointment only)
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The Shelter Rock is a landmark on the southern
slopes of the Magaliesberg and is
situated within the Magaliesberg Natural Protected Area and the
Hartebeesfontein Conservancy.
A full Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) which includes
commissioning and de commissioning studies was done and approved for
all the activities at Shelter Rock.
The EIA included an investigation and report by an archeologist's as
well as an investigation and report on endangered and red data plant
species and the impact of and the positioning of activities and hiking
trails on Shelter Rock.
Visitors are required to book for all activities as
daily numbers are
limited to minimize
the impact on the environment.
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Guests safety is of paramount importance to us. We
only use our own abseil points on our property where we inspect the
anchor points and remove loose dangerous rocks on a regular basis.
There are three anchor points
for each abseil rope and one additional anchor point for the
instructor. They were
drilled into the rocks and connected to a central
chain attachment with galvanized steel cables. These anchor points
comply with European Union and the Rigging Industry of South Africa
standards. (We do not throw a rope around a rock at various venues to
absail our
guests.)
We only use approved and tested to 2.5 kilo newton stainless
steel bolts and saddles.
Our harnesses are specially made for us. They are at least 3 times as
wide as ordinary climbing harnesses with padding for increased safety
and comfort.
All harnesses, ropes and other gear complies with SABS and EU standards.
Instructors are Mountain Development Trust and Theta tour guide trained
and have First Aid certification.
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