Horseback safari in the Magaliesberg Mountains from Johannesburg

Johannesburg, affectionately known as Jo’burg by locals, is South Africa’s largest city and is rich in history and culture. If you are staying in Johannesburg and want a city-break adventure into the stunning Magaliesberg Mountains, this horseback safari is the perfect option!

Riding on horseback in the South African bushveld allows you to experience nature without any barriers or the intrusion of motors. With the gentle swaying of your horse taking you through the lush grassland, you’ll get to enjoy the relaxing scenery and spot wild animals such as giraffes, Blesbuck, Sable, Impala, Nyala, Ostrich, and more! There is no sound of vehicles, only the rhythmic beat of your horse’s hooves, allowing for an intimate and peaceful connection with nature.

To begin your horseback safari tour, your guides will pick you up straight from your accommodation in Johannesburg and bring you to the horse riding reserve. Once there, you will get equipped, meet your horse, and then get started on your tour. You will be led by a professional guide throughout the safari who will make sure you are comfortable on your horse and point out all the amazing flora and fauna around you.

After the horseback tour, your adventure continues with a cable car ride, offering breathtaking panoramic views of the Magaliesberg Mountains and Hartbeespoort Dam. This dam, built in 1923, has a shoreline of about 50 km and is one of the most famous attractions for visitors to Johannesburg. The cableway also holds the record for the longest monorail cableway in Africa!

Book your horseback safari tour of the Magaliesberg bushveld now and enjoy a peaceful day out in nature, from Johannesburg!