Hiking
The Hennops River Valley
in the Rhenosterspruit Conservancy
We are part of the Crocodile River Reserve
Welcome to the Forestiva Farm Hiking Trails where we have safe and unspoiled bush trails for day visitors.
We are in easy reach from Johannesburg (40 minutes) and Pretoria (40 minutes). Accessible by regular car, though we recommend a vehicle with higher clearance for ease of travel on dirt roads, but not necessary if driven carefully.
Hikers will enjoy river walks under trees and open grasslands with wildlife and breathtaking views of the Crocodile River Reserve and the Hennops River Valley. All marked trails are fairly wild and rated moderate difficulty with a few technical sections in between.
Rates:
R80 per Person
R50 per Pensioner
R50 pp Hiking Clubs +20 People
Free entry for all kids, teenagers and dogs
Hours:
Daylight & Sunsets. It's best to start as early as possible.
Midday gets very hot and it's chilly after sunset!
What you may need:
A day backpack, hiking shoes and a hat.
Sunblock, insect repellent.
A liter of water for every 2 hours.
Bring a jacket & torch for sunset walks.
Light snacks.
Binoculars.
What we offer:
Coffee & Tea at Lapa - Self service - R20
Farm products - Artisan Soaps & Shampoo Bars
Rules:
Book first.
Sign in at arrival.
No alcohol.
Do not litter.
Day Pass / 6:00 till 15:00.
Sunset / 16:00 till 1 hour after sunset.
Dogs must be kept on leads at all times.
Respect the privacy of the farm houses.
Please report problems of route.
Right of admission reserved.
Trails:
Hennops River Walk - Blue Trail
------------------- 4km -------------------
Easy river walk to the confluence of the Crocodile and Hennops River. There and back.
Lalapanzi Loop - Green Trail
------------------- 5km -------------------
Skips the river walk. Moderate loop with a 160m elevation from the river to the top of the mountain and back down.
Hennops Loop - Yellow Trail
------------------- 5km -------------------
Starts with the river walk. Moderate loop with a 160m elevation from the river to the top of the mountain and back down.
Crocodile Loop - Red Trail
------------------ 12km ------------------
Exploring most of the farm, Hennops River, Crocodile River and mountain top.
"Eco Warriors" gain free entry and collect loyalty bugs when volunteering for conservation efforts.
Depending if the Hennops River is flooding, usually only in summer, you might have to access via our back entrance.
We will confirm closer to arrival if you need to take the alternative route.
Address: 111 Lazy River Road, Hennops River Valley, Rhenosterspruit Conservancy, Centurion, Pretoria Rural
Main entrance
Total 5km / From the R511 turn into Lazy River Road and enter visitors gate with the provided code. Follow the dirt road for approximately 3,8km until you turn left onto a single lane concrete road at the sign of 111. Keep left until you reach our green entrance gate. Once opened you will cross over our bridge which is usually overflowing a bit but fine to cross.
Back entrance when river is flooded
Total 9km / From R511 turn into Gemstone Road. Follow the dirt road for approximately 5.3km passing through Netso Plaas. At a small four way crossing marked by a 111 sign, turn right and follow the road for 2km and keep left at the split following the 111 sign until you reach our south gate. Please note this route is better suited for higher clearance vehicles.
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Indemnity:
ENTRANCE TO THIS PROPERTY IS ENTIRELY AT YOUR OWN RISK.
THE MANAGEMENT AND OWNERS DO NOT, AND WILL NOT ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY WHATSOEVER FOR ANY CLAIM ARISING OUT OF THE INJURY, DEATH, THEFT, LOSS OR FIRE, OR DAMAGE TO PROPERTY, OR ANY OTHER SIMILAR OCCURRENCE AND/OR ACCIDENT CAUSING DAMAGES TO YOU OR YOUR PROPERTY INCLUDING THAT OF A THIRD PARTY, WHEN WITHIN THE CONFINES, OR ON ANY PART OF THIS PROPERTY.
PLEASE RESPECT ALL WILD LIFE, FLORA AND FAUNA.
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"Please note after your first selection of preferences you are able to add more hikers to your appointment"
