Sambane Lodge (Closest City/Town: Mookgophong [Naboomspruit])
DISTANCE » Three routes of 2.7km, 6.9km and 13.7km or tailor-make your own route
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EASY MODERATE DIFFICULT EXTREME
[ OVERVIEW ]
On your bike
Situated in the Waterberg mountain area, 26 km north of the town of Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) this privately owned lodge and reserve provides peace, natural beauty and tranquility in a malaria-free environment. Abundant wildlife and prolific bird life fills the reserve. Hiking/biking trails and extended riding on game-viewing jeep tracks cater for novice and experienced mountain bikers alike.
For the novice there is a 2.7 km route. The intermediate rider can explore a 6.9 km route, while for the more experienced rider a 13.7 km route runs through the most scenic and remote areas of the reserve. A 30 km gravel road network joins up with the dedicated bike trails and provides the opportunity to tailor-make your own routes. Encounter wildlife such as impala, kudu, red hartebeest, giraffe, blue wildebeest, zebra, white rhino, waterbuck, mountain reedbuck and a host of small mammals and predators.
Off your bike
Sambane Lodge also offers walking trails, horse-riding and daily game drives. Bird hides attract birdwatchers to the main dams. There’s also a children’s playground.
CONTACT
Route information: Willie or Winsome Vosloo, Sambane Lodge
Address: PO Box 26369, Monument Park, 0104
Telephone: 083 274 7383 (Willie Vosloo) or 083 250 5612 (Winsome Vosloo)
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Website: www.sambane.com
[ FAST FACTS ]
GRADING: Easy to Intermediate
DURATION: Self-determined
CONFIGURATION : Three routes of 2, 7 km, 6,9 km and 13,7 km or tailor-make your own route
START POINT: At Sambane Lodge
TERRAIN: Jeep track, hiking trails
MAP: Maps are available at the main lodge
MORE INFORMATION:
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS: Sambane Lodge guests only
FACILITIES: Ablutions are located at the start of the trails, which is at the main lodge. Self-catering chalets. Farm-style guesthouse. Bush camp. Swimming pool. Splash pools at family chalets. Conference room for up to 20 delegates. Bird hides at main dam
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