Rietvlei Nature Reserve

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[https://e.aspx Rietvlei Nature Reserve is a small reserve in the Gauteng Province of South Africa.

Rietvlei Nature Reserve Halal Travel Guide

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Rietvlei (Reed marsh) covers 38 km² and has 40 kilometers of roads that are open to the public (30 kilometers tarred and 10 kilometers dirt road) for self-drive game viewing. The Rietvlei and Marais dams are inside the reserve.

The reserve consist of three main areas:

• The wildlife reserve area | rgewrgeger ☎ +27 12 358-1811 A picnic area with toilet and braai facilities can be found at Marais dam, four birdwatching hides are situated throughout the reserve and open to anyone in the reserve. Two lapas can be rented for exclusive use.

• Angling area | ☎ +27 12 358-1819 Offers camping and chalet accommodation.

• Yacht Club - ☎ +27 12 454-0637 - phoneextra=+27 82 488-9900 Operated by the Pretoria Sailing Club.

The only boats allowed on the dams are those operated from the Yacht Club. Powerboats are forbidden as the noise disturbs the wildlife.

The reserve is generally not very busy. You will often have a bird hide all to yourself and there is seldom anyone else around to make noise and scare away the wildlife.

Summer is excellent for bird watching as many of the migrating species will also be found in the reserve, but the long lush grass may obscure some of the other wildlife. Rhino may be especially difficult to spot. Some antelope species will still be easily visible due to their size and the fact that they graze along the hill sides.

The Rietvlei dam supplied about 5% of Tshwane's water supply.

Volunteers

To be involved with a team of volunteers at Gauteng’s Rietvlei Nature Reserve, visit the web site of the Friends of Rietvlei: www.friendsofrietvlei.org

History

The government bought Rietvlei on 2 Sept 1929 as Rietvallei (Extent 1), from DM Munro, in order to build the Rietvlei dam. As part of the Rietvlei water scheme and the Rietvlei dam was build in 1934 on the Six Mile Spruit. The dam wall is an earth structure and was built completely by hand. Donkey carts were used to cart soil onto site and remove any soil and other material that was no longer required. Many horse shoes lost by these working donkeys can still be found in the hill behind the Yacht Club.

In 1948 the city of Pretoria, which owns the land, proclaimed the area a nature reserve.

How is the Landscape of Rietvlei Nature Reserve

Mostly open grassland covering low hills with indigenous tree in small groups. Rare for South Africa, it also contains a peat wetland area. An ancient lava stream runs north/south through the park.

The dams are fed by the Six Mile Spruit, four fountains on the reserve, and one fountain from an adjacent property.

Flora and fauna

The reserve has 272 bird and 530 plant species. 1 600 head of game, including someblesbuck, black wildebeest, red hartebeest, eland, Burchell's zebra, waterbuck, reedbuck, springbuck, mountain reedbuck, steenbuck and grey duiker can be viewed here. From your own vehicle it is easy to spot these animals on the open plains. Lions can be seen with a game drive from the Coffee Shop in as separately fenced off area.

How is the Climate in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

The reserve has a typical Hightveld climate with hot days regularly followed by short and intense afternoon thunderstorms in summer. The thunderstorms are often accompanied by lightning and occasionally result in hail. Summer temperatures range between 16°C at night to 30°C during the day. Winters are mild and dry with temperatures averaging between a minimum of 5°C and a maximum of 20°C.

Travel to Rietvlei Nature Reserve

The reserve is just off the R21 between Pretoria and Air travel in South Africa#OR Tambo International|OR Tambo International Airport.

Take exit 12 (M31 Nellmapios Dr., Irene) from the R21, turn towards the east (there is a brown information sign boards indicating the reserve), at the first 4-way stop, turn right and about 2.5 kilometers down the road you will find another brown information sign board indicating a left turn towards the reserve entrance.

Gates are open for day visitors from 6AM to 5PM in summer (September to March) and 6AM to 4PM in winter. Day visitors are required to leave the reserve by 7PM in summer and 5PM in winter.

Fees and permits

Entrance to the reserve costs R55 per adult, R30 for children (6-16 years) R10 children (2-5 years) and free for children under 2. The disabled or elderly (over 60 proof required) pay R32 entrance fee. Six month season tickets Adults R795 and children/pensioners R370

Access to the Angling area is also R40 and the reserve can be visited from the angling area.

How to get around in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

The easiest option for day visitors is to self-drive. 30 kilometers of tarred and 10 kilometers of dirt road is provided for this. Speed limit within the reserve is 30 km/h.

What to see in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

See more wildlife|Larger game tend to stay away from the main tar roads in the park. To improve your chances of seeing rhino, zebra and other larger animals it is a good idea to get off the tar and use the couple of dirt roads that are open to visitors, specifically those between the Gwarry Route and Main Road.

• Wildlife
• A stone rampart build by the British forces during the Boer wars.
• An old homestead dating back to the 1900s

Best things to do in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

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• Angling | ☎ +27 12 358-1811 - A one-time R40 permit is required catfish, yellow fish, carp and tilapia are common.

• Bird watching | - There are four bird hides in the reserve. The one at the picnic area is a bit old and creaky and some of the seating need repairs, kids from the picnic area can also be a nuisance to the serious bird watcher. The one on the Vlei Route is supported by Friends of Rietvlei and is in excellent condition and offers a good view of the vlei. The hide on Main Road has views over almost the whole Rietvlei dam, but is normally the first hide visitors see and you can expect some traffic in and out as people come to see what the hides look like.

• Picnic | - The picnic area at Marais dam has clean toilets, braai areas, and running water. Bring a blanket, something to eat and drink and relax.

• Sailing - ☎ +27 12 345-3576 - phoneextra=+27 76 901-2690 The Pretoria Sailing Club operated on Rietvlei dam. In order to sail you will have to become a temporary club member. Gypsies, Lasers and O9s are available for rent.

• Day Hiking Trails | ☎ +27 12 345-2274 - R50 per person

| priceextra=R250 minimum deposit 4-hour guided hike. Groups of 10 to 15 people.

• Overnight Hiking Trails | ☎ +27 12 345-2274 | Opening Hours: From Friday afternoon to Sunday afternoon R150 per person

| priceextra=R300 minimum deposit Groups of 6 to 8 people. Guided hike, 21 kilometers through the reserve. Two basic rondavels (huts) with beds, mattrasses, hot and cold water, some limited cooking utensils and firewood is provided. The rondavels do not have electricity.

• Day Horse Rides | ☎ +27 12 345-2274 - R120 per person

| priceextra=Minimum R320 deposit Groups of 6 to 10 people. Horse, saddle and guide is included.

• Overnight Horse Rides | ☎ +27 12 345-2274 | Opening Hours: 5PM on Friday to noon on Sunday R265 per person

| priceextra=Minimum R795 deposit Groups of 6 to 8 people. Horse and equipment is included. Riders should have some horse riding experience. Router covers 36 km. Two basic rondavels (huts) with beds, mattrasses, hot and cold water, some limited cooking utensils and firewood is provided. The rondavels do not have electricity.

• Night game drives - Opening from Monday to Saturday 6PM to 10:30PM R135 per person

| priceextra=Minimum deposit of R500. Use of Fish Eagle Lapa at no extra cost. 2-hour game drive using spotlights to locate the wildlife. A fire (and blankets in winter) will be waiting at Fish Eagle Lapa for a bring and braai (bring your own Meat, salads, drinks, and have a barbecue) after the game drive.

• Have a function at Fish Eagle Lapa | Opening Hours: 6AM to midnight R600. An additional R750 refundable deposit is required to cover any potential breakage. Bookings must be made in advance Up to 30 people, firewood supplied. No loud music allowed and everyone must be out by midnight.

• Have a large function | Opening Hours: 6AM to midnight R2200

| priceextra=An additional R2200 refundable deposit is required. Bookings must be done 3 weeks in advance Maximum 200 people. Firewood, power points, ice machine, stove, walk-in refrigerator and cushions are supplied. No loud music allowed and everyone must be out by midnight.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

There is a shop in the reserve and the Rietvlei Coffee Shop. There is a Woolworths convenience shop just outside the reserve, at the Engen service station on the intersection of the M37 and M31. The Irene Village Mall is located at the offramp from the R21, about 4km from the reserve.

Halal Restaurants in Rietvlei Nature Reserve

There is the Rietvlei Coffee Shop in the reserve, and there is no restriction on what food you may take in for your own consumption.

Do not feed the animals. Buy drinks in the reserve at the Coffee Shop. Municipal water on tap at most places where you may exit your vehicle is safe to drink.

Alcohol is allowed in the reserve, but anyone found intoxicated will be asked to leave.

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Muslim Friendly Hotels

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• Camping | Located in the Angling area ☎ +27 12 358-1819 - R60 per person, R25 per vehicle Check-in: Between 6AM and 6PM / Check-out:

| priceextra=Access to the Angling area will require an addition permit at R20 per person. Electricity available at the ablution block Basic, but clean ablution blocks. A maximum of 60 peopke per day are allowed on the camp site.

• Chalets | ☎ +27 12 358-1819 - R750 per chalet (max 6 people) Check-in: Between 6AM and 6PM / Check-out:

| priceextra=Access to the Angling area will require an addition permit at R40 per person. A refundable deposit of R650 is also required

Stay Safe

There are dangerous animals in the park. Only exit your vehicle at designated areas, such at the picnic spot, bird hides, lapas and camping sites.

No swimming is allowed in any of the dams as they are home to hippos and crocodiles.

Travel Next

There are a number of other small areas within Gauteng that has not yet been overrun by human expansion and development

• Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve - ☎ +27 11 957-0106 | Opening Hours: 8AM to 3:45PM R70 Located in Krugersdorp, this park offers game drive, horse trails, an observatory, abseiling, swimming swimmingpool and braai and picnic areas. Wide range of animals.

• Sterkfontein Caves | West along the N14 and look for the Cradle of Humankind signs ☎ +27 11 956-6342 A tour guide will lead you through this extensive cave system where many early hominids and advanced ape fossils were discovered. It is a 2-km walk. You can also visit the museum to learn more about the evolution of man. There is also a restaurant and shop.

• Tswaing Meteorite Crater | Old Soutpan Road 30 kilometers north of Onderstepoort ☎ +27 12 790-2302 - Tswaing crater A perfectly preserved meteor crater just north of Pretoria.

• Some areas around Hartebeespoort is still undeveloped and offers country accommodation.

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