Activities for Adrenaline Junkies in and around Pretoria
There is a little adrenaline junkie in all of us. At times we all crave more excitement or want to do something that can make us feel ‘alive’.
Choose from our list of activities that include jumping 100m from a suspension bridge or floating through the air over tree tops and valleys in a hot air balloon. Concur various terrains and obstacles with a quad bike or zip-line high and fast over the Muningi Gorge.
Here is our list of something to suit any level of bravery in and around Pretoria:
The sky’s the limit
Adventure Zone in Cullinan
Take the leap across Muningi Gorge in Cullinan with 3 zip lines between 200 and 550 meters, 50 meters high, and speed up to 100 km per hour or enjoy the exhilaration of abseiling down sheer cliffs up to 60 meters high. Just 30 minutes from Pretoria, Cullinan Adventure Zone is home to some of the best adrenaline pumping activities in Gauteng.
Cnr Main (R513) and Olienhout Street, Cullinan
Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort.
If heights don’t scare you then a cable car trip on the longest mono-cableway in Africa is just for you. Take a day trip to Hartebeespoort Dam and enjoy 360° views of Magaliesberg, Hartbeespoort Dam and surrounding areas, kitted out with the latest equipment and technology.
The original cableway was constructed in 1973 and closed in 2005. Rejuventated in 2010, the cableway is now evolved with fourteen hi-tech cable cars, built to carry six passengers at a time and able to transport up to 500 people per hour (round trip), are ready to give visitors a world-class aerial cableway experience.
Plot 3, Melodie, Agricultural Holdings, Hartbeespoort
Tandem Skydiving
After a 10 minute scenic trip by aircraft up to a height of 11,000 feet, take the plunge and feel the rush of a 40 second freefall! Tandem is known as the safest and quickest way to introduce adrenaline junkies to the experience of freefall.
After a few minutes of instruction you will exit an aircraft attached by harness to your instructor and guaranteed the excitement of a lifetime. Your parachute will be opened by the instructor at 5,000 feet and the rest is pure bliss as you decent safely back to earth. Pretoria Skydiving Club located at Wonderboom Airport is one of the world’s most beautiful drop zones, with excellent facilities, equipment and amenities.
Wonderboom Airport, Linvelt Road, Pretoria
Tree Top Adventures
Get your adrenalin pumping at the Acrobranch Tree-top Outdoor Activity Park in Centurion offering four exhilarating courses, with a range of difficulty levels. Tricky T-poles and wobbly matchsticks, high platforms, long zip lines and the renowned Big Tarzan Swing.
Sunlawns Estate Farm
The Orlando Towers
After 56 years of service, the coal power station was shut down in 1998 and the towers transformed into an entertainment and business centre in 2008. Now the giant structures is one of the most distinctive landmarks in Soweto, one painted with murals of South Africa, the other with corporate branding.
The Orlando Towers is a vertical adventure facility and distinctive tourist attraction that offers adrenaline junkies extreme sports such as bungee jumping, abseiling, zip line, pendulum swinging and more. On special days, rap jumping is offered, and experienced base jumpers are welcome
Klipspruit, Soweto
Hot Air Ballooning
Want to feel the rush of floating above treetops and landscapes, with the ground far beneath you? Then sign up for a magical balloon ride. Cruising in the sky with panoramic views and picturesque scenes. Cradle of Humankind and Magaliesburg are famous for their breathtaking views of the Zwartkop Mountains and the banks of the Crocodile River.
Heia Safari Game Ranch, Cradle of Humankind
Off Road Action
4×4 Trails
Off road action that includes various obstacles and guarantees memorable outdoor adventure. Take a training course or test your skills over koppies and rocks, enjoy the magnificent views up top.
Kungwini Estate, Bronkhorstpruit
Horse Riding at Voortrekker Monument
Beginner to advanced can take part in outrides at the Voortrekker Monument that offers fantastic views of the Jacaranda City. Short and long rides are offered on the 340ha area which includes Fort Schanskop and connected to the Freedom Park.
Voortrekker Monument Nature Reserve, Eeufees Road, Pretoria
Quads and Go-Karts
Off road nature trails that takes you on a thrill seeking ride, through pristine farmland and wooded areas. Challenging sections and water crossings, quad bike action is a rewarding adventure. Also on the list offering an exhilarating drive is the off-road karting in Hekpoort, Magaliesburg. Test your driving skills in a go kart, go fast around corners and even faster on the straight sections.
Saddle Creek Ranch, Hartebeesfontein Road, Hekpoort
A Water Wonderland
Water Sports Adventure
Try your hand at skiing, kneeboarding, wakeboarding and wakeskating for beginners to advance at StokeCity WakePark. The only thing you need to bring is a swimsuit & a towel. Concur various challenging obstacles on the water and learn air-trick at ease.
Cnr Olifantsfontein Road & R562, Midrand
White Water Rafting on the Crocodile River
Concur your fear of water with a guided rafting trip down the Crocodile River. Experience grade 1 and 2 rapids while you explore the river.
Plot 138 Kalkheuwel, Lanseria Road R512
Explore Pretoria’s Tourist Attractions, activities and the many things to do in Pretoria and in the Pretoria area – from extreme adventure activities to milder family orientated activities. Also see ShowMe Pretoria’s Events & Entertainment for a range of other things to do in Pretoria, to see ‘what’s on’ near you and for a guide to the Nightlife in Pretoria.
To contact any of the businesses mentioned in this article, please Contact ShowMe Pretoria for details or visit our Local Directory and search for the business by name.