Eastern Free State

Self Drive Route 4 is a scenic route through quaint country towns from Johannesburg to the Garden Route via Golden Gate and Addo..

Nolan Hoffman says he is always motivated to prove others wrong and that will be his goal when he defends his title in the Bestmed

The well-known Italian brand, Gipiemme wheels, now available in South Africa, is making a big impact on the cycling industry in th

Confident in his finishing ability, Reynard Butler powered his way to back-to-back one-day classic victories at the Bestmed Berge

In a major boost for women's cycling in South Africa, Demacon announced that they would be racing on HEAD bicycles in the 2018 se

The new finish of the Bestmed Satellite Championship road cycling classic supposedly favoured climbers, but Nolan Hoffman was fast

The in-form Brendon Davids achieved a career first when he raced to victory in the three-day Bestmed Jock Tour, which culminated a

Pro cyclist Jayde Julius risked all when he joined an early breakaway on the second stage of the Bestmed Jock Tour, but his gamble

The 1 day 7.5 Mosamane Hiking Trail on Farm Beatrix outside Rosendal moves through sandstone beauty and is a popular birders route

Enjoy magnificent views of the Maluti Mountains and Caledon River Valley on this 1 day hike near Fouriesburg, Free State Highlands

2 day trails or a 2 day base camp trail through beautiful sandstone formations and lush vegetation around the Tepelkop mountain...

As someone who relishes a challenge, Carla Oberholzer is in the right frame of mind to make a charge for the title at the first ma

As someone who relishes a challenge, Carla Oberholzer is in the right frame of mind to make a charge for the title at the first ma

It may have taken many obstacle-filled years to complete, but since Highland Gate finally opened its doors, it has proven...

With pure mountain air, endless views and several hiking trails, Golden Gate is a weekend destination good for body and soul.

Accommodation and activities at a newly created village on an Eastern Free State farm, based on Green Living and conservation....

Enjoy traditional South African food like Bobotie, Crafts, South African Art and Farm Fare at the Makiti Art Gallery and Rest Stop

The panorama views that await those brave enough to ascend the chain ladders on Mont-Aux-Sources are the stuff dreams are made of

The Upper part of the Drakensberg, Mont-Aux-Sources, with Sentinal Peak and the Tugela Falls, can be accessed via Phuthaditjaba...

Enjoy a relaxed quad bike safari or weekend at the Groot Krantz Game Farm just 2 hrs drive from JHB, in the sunny Free State...

The Fertility Cave at the Motouleng Heritage Site near Clarens is a habitated sacred place used for offerings to the ancestors...

The R57 Riemland Route through the north eastern Free State goes through some quaint historic towns, hamlets and vast farmlands...

The Mont Plaisir Guest Farm outside Fouriesburg is a horse lovers dream, but also an ideal getaway with outdoor trails and tours

Enjoy world-class mtb trails in the sandstone expanses of the Rooiberg mountains outside Fouriesburg in the Eastern Free State...

65km of 4x4 trails to suit all, from competent drivers to people with no sense of self preservation. Adrenalin 4x4 at its best...

Meiringskloof: Immerse yourself in nature, abseil down huge boulders, 4x4 or climb up up a mountain & look into another country...

The area around Clarens is extraordinarily beautiful. This is hiking country, and Summit Hiking in Clarens will help you access it

Go hiking, 4x4ing or both, in the summer or in the snow, on the Camelroc Guest Farm just outside Fouriesburg, Eastern Free State

Multi Day Horse Trails are one of the best ways to experience the beauty of the Fouriesburg area. Let the horse do the walking...

The 2 day Sporekrans Hiking Trail between Bethlehem and Fouriesburg is considered one of the best hikes in the Eastern Free State

An easy group hike with two overnights at Ouma's Kraal near Clarens. Endless mountain views, waterfalls and sandstone formations.

The Kututsa Hiking Trail is one of the most steep and scenic hikes in the Eastern Free State and requires a good level of fitness

A stop at the Blou Donki Art Gallery in Clarens is a must. View an eclectic collection of South African Artworks in diverse media

See Lions and other big cats in the scenically splendid Eastern Free State. Lion's Rock Sanctuary is located 18km from Bethlehem

The 2 day Sediba Hiking Trail makes the most of the lush countryside around Memel in the very north of the Eastern Free State...

One for horse lovers, competent riders and polo players. Enjoy a Polo Holiday in the beautiful Eastern Free State near Ficksburg

The Emanzini Country Resort outside Vrede in the Free State offers weekend breakaway activities - from water sports to motorcross

Enjoy a variety of outdoors activities, from hikes to caving, on the Koefontein Farm 15kms from Vrede, North Eastern Free State

The Langberg Hiking Trail offers 2 easy base camp routes and 'luxury' accommodations in a beautiful area of the Eastern Free State

The two day Sphinx Hiking Trail starts on the Moolmanshoek farm near Ficksburg and is known for beautiful views and rock pools...

Hand-made chocolates, nougats and other delicacies of the highest qaulity have made Mckinley's Chocolates a Clarens Attraction...

Enjoy 2 or 4 days of hiking in the magnificent Maluti Mountain wilderness bordering Lesotho and the Northern Natal Drakensburg...

Two days hikes - 25 000 yr old San Rock Art, caves, kloofs, streams, scenic beauty, ladders, rope bridges and a luxury base camp.

A huge and famous mountain, rock formations, breath-taking views, Ibis, rare raptors and an overnight in a cave await the brave...

Enjoy the peace and tranquility of the Eastern Free State on the 2 or 3 day Waterkloof Hiking Trail, Moolmanshoek - near Ficksburg

This 27km winding RAMSAR Wetland drains into the Klip River, still pristine at its source. See Hippo and rare Wetland bird species

The entire North East Free State around the town of Memel is a birder's paradise with RAMSAR wetlands and other diverse habitats

Abseiling for all levels from beginner to advanced in Clarens, Eastern Free State - and adventure adrenalin sport for everyone...

Clarens Extreme offers River Rafting over Grade 3 and 4 rapids on the Ash River near Clarens, Eastern Free State, 365 days a year

The Basotho Cultural Village inside the Golden Gate National Park offers insights into the history & heritage of the local people

Enjoy the pristine natural environment of the mountains near Clarens, Eastern Free State, on an adventure quad bike excursion...

The two day Cannibal Hiking Trail near Clarens takes you through magnificent sandstone formations with an overnight in Mike's Cave

Take a day trip or tour into Lesotho to the Katse Dam. Go pony trekking, tour the Dam wall, breathe in the clean air and scenery

Enjoy private game drives in the fresh air and beauty of the Maluti Mountains foothills 12km from Ficksburg, Free State Highlands

Enjoy a 'whiskey' cruise, game & bird spotting, sightseeing gourmet adventure on the White Mischief Cigar Bar boat near Ficksburg

Cherries & more cherries at the Ficksburg Cherry Festival! One of South Africa's best, brightest & yummiest annual events...

A well known attraction in Clocolan will help you part with your Rands - for Mohair and Angorra wall hangings, rugs and jerseys...

Clarens Extreme offer a number of adventure activities on their Adventure Park, around Clarens and the Malutis, and adveture tours

The Free State town of Clarens has emerged as a destination for foodies and lovers of the good life. F&JiE shares its top ...

The 2 day Rhebok Hiking Trail through the Golden Gate National Park is one of the most scenic trails South Africa has to offer

The only microbrewery in the Free State, Clarens Brewery excels in views, full grain, full malt brews & ciders from their orchards

Uniquely beautiful, the Golden Gate National Park near Clarens is the only one in South Africa proclaimed to protect scenery

If you are looking for thought and emotion provoking adornments for your walls, or to invest in collectors pieces, stop in Clarens

The Fusion Art offered by the Artefunto Gallery in Clarence uses an ancient method of creating bamboo canvasses for adornment

The Essensual Art Gallery in Clarens features ‘sensual art’ celebrating the human form, from some of South Africa’s finest artists

Mt Everest Private Game Reserve, formerly Eagle Mountain, is a great rock climbing destination with many sandstone formations

Moolmanshoek is private game reserve, nature conservancy and horse farm in the Malutis, offering horse trails and other activities

The Sterfontein Dam Nature Reserve near Harrismith encompasses South Africa's third largest dam. A great boating and fishing area

Learn to Kitesurf at Sterkfontein Dam near Harrismith in the Eastern Free State Drakensburg. Perfect wind conditions prevail...

More than 50 km of 4x4 tracks can be found at Moolmanshoek Nature Reserve in the Witteberg Mountains. These award winning ...

Korannaberg Adventures, on the farm Van Zoelenshoek on the Lesotho border, offers two trails of varying difficulty. Matopos is ...

Secrets beyond the Crystal Cave. Somewhere between the Free State's endless mealie fields and the serrated peaks of the...

To visit Sterkfontein Dam, on the border of the Free State and KwaZulu-Natal, is to escape to a flyfishing utopia, and yet there’s not a trout to be seen...

The Lesoba hiking trails are in the foothills of the Maloti Mountains close to the Caledon River, the border of Lesotho...

Tepelkop Hiking Trail is at Slabberts, a small farming hamlet close to the eastern Free State town of Bethlehem....

Golden Gate National Park is not only beautiful but is also rich in archaeology. Close to the quaint village of Clarens, outdoors