Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
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Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
The Harties Cableway offers visitors to our area, panoramic views of the beautiful Magaliesberg, Hartbeespoort Dam and surrounding areas.
The Harties Cableway has undergone a complete revamp and we take pride in our beautiful facilities and cableway. Careful attention to detail, attentive staff as well as exciting things to see and do await you.
This is an ideal family day trip you’ll want to repeat!
We offer excellent recreational and interesting educational facilities. There’s plenty to do at the base station and at the top of the mountain. For the best views in Hartbeespoort our venue offers superb Restaurants, Express Food Stalls as well as a Bar.
Children are able to wander along the Dassie Loop walkway, where educational placards describe points of interest seen from the top, or play in the KidZone, while parents enjoy some much-needed rest.
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
Aerial Cableway Hartbeespoort
The Harties Cableway offers visitors to our area, panoramic views of the beautiful Magaliesberg, Hartbeespoort Dam and surrounding areas.
The Harties Cableway has undergone a complete revamp and we take pride in our beautiful facilities and cableway. Careful attention to detail, attentive staff as well as exciting things to see and do await you.
This is an ideal family day trip you’ll want to repeat!
We offer excellent recreational and interesting educational facilities. There’s plenty to do at the base station and at the top of the mountain. For the best views in Hartbeespoort our venue offers superb Restaurants, Express Food Stalls as well as a Bar.
Children are able to wander along the Dassie Loop walkway, where educational placards describe points of interest seen from the top, or play in the KidZone, while parents enjoy some much-needed rest.
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
The History of the Hartbeespoort Aerial Cableway
The cableway was originally constructed in 1973 by a Swiss manufacturing company GMD Müller, by 2005 the cableway fell into disrepair and was closed. Over the decades the cableway was frequently visited by people from around the world, giving them a panoramic view of the Magaliesberg, Hartbeespoort Dam and surrounds. The cableway also became famous as an ideal paragliding destination.
With the main aim of growing tourism in Hartbeespoort, Zargodox (Pty) Ltd. Began a private initiative in 2010 and purchased the old cableway. The Swiss company Rowerna AG and Zargodox invested time and expertise into the revamp & modernising of the old cableway using the latest materials & technology. It has since evolved into an unparalleled, uniquely South African adventure experience.
The largest cabin manufacturer in the world, Swiss company CWA Constructions supplied the new cable cars. Swiss company Fatzer AG supplied and installed the new galvanised cabling, the cableway was fitted and re-engineered according to Canadian Standards Association specifications.
To ensure a comfortable and safe visitor’s experience, touch-screen technology, auto cabin spacing and conveyor programming technology, as well as state-of-the-art cabin locators and switches were installed to take the cableway into the 21st century.
A new era has begun, the Aerial Cableway is ready to give visitors a world class cableway experience 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).
Things to do at the Aerial Cableway
The cableway is such a unique experience and it feels as though you are in another world at the end of the cable car ride when you reach the top of the mountain.
Adventure Centre
At the Harties Cableway you can book your next adventure at The Adventure Centre situated at the base station.
Paragliders climb the mountain on foot to launch off the mountain into the air. Paragliders now enjoy specials on a cableway ticket to make it easier for them to access the mountain top.
The rock faces on the north side of the dam makes the perfect terrain for abseiling, and hikers enjoy beautiful views and breathtaking trails.
Hartbeespoort offers a wide range of adventures that you can book at The Adventure Centre from boat cruises to zip-lining through trees.
Shopping
To remember you experience, visit The Little Shop at the top of the mountain and the base station curio shop and buy a variety of very interesting things; souvenirs with Harties Cableway branded goods, ornaments, jewellery, caps, bags, wares, gifts, home décor, arts & crafts.
Kids will enjoy buying stuffed animals, toys, games and activity books to choose from.
Dassie Loop 1km Walk
The Magaliesberg Mountains are home to endangered vultures, chances are you may see these magnificent birds in flight over the valleys. Explore the mountain and enjoy the 1km Dassie Loop walkway, on the route you will find informative signs that will explain points of interest that can be seen from the mountain top.
You can see the Coca Cola Dome at Northgate, Johannesburg, Brits and even part of Pretoria on a clear day.
Book a Picnic Basket
Arrange with the banqueting manager on 079 023 3012 or function@hartiescableway.co.za to place your order for a picnic basket, or for a booking at our restaurant at the bottom cable station.
(Please note no food or drinks may be brought to the cableway)
Buy light meals at the self service express restaurant at the top of the mountain, or sip on a cocktail at the bar from the deck with a bird’s eye view of the mountains, valley and dam below.
Kidzone
There is so much for kids to do and parents can keep an eye on the little ones as they play on the jungle gym at the Kidzone.
Abseiling
The adventurous traveler may enjoy abseiling down the majestic rock faces on the north side of the dam. The views are spectacular and the adrenalin rush something to remember into old age.
For those with a more moderate excitement quotient, there a number of hiking trails through the rough terrain too.
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
Visitor’s Information with regards to the Harties Cableway
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Rates A return trip bought at the ticket office is R200-00 per adult and R120-00 per child. Pensioners Please request pricing at our ticket office. For more information on rates please click here: |
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What to bring? ● A camera – There will be lots of photo opportunities. |
Important information
Your co-operation is appreciated.
- No food or drinks are to be brought to the cableway. Make a restaurant booking or order a picnic basket via the banqueting manager 079 023 3012 or function@hartiescableway.co.za. If you have special dietary requirements contact the banqueting manager in advance.
- During peak visiting hours, please expect to queue.
- On weekends, peak visiting hours expect to share your cabin with other visitors.
- No pets are allowed at the cableway.
- Bins are provided to dispose of litter.
- No fireworks allowed.
- Stay on the allocated footpaths.
- Please do not waste water.
- Please smoke in designated smoking areas as uncontrolled fires are a huge hazard to the area.
Visitor’s Information with regards to the area
Hartbeespoort
The Harties Cableway is situated on a World Heritage site the Magaliesberg Mountains Range in the town of Hartbeespoort. The formation of the Magaliesberg dates back millions of years. Nooitgedacht peak, located 1 852m is the highest point. Rich in heritage, beautiful valleys and dam below, lush indigenous bush makes this area a sought after break away destinations for city dwellers from Johannesburg & Pretoria.
The Hartbeespoort Dam was completed in 1923 bringing tourism to the area. Hartbeespoort or “Harties” is a scenic town meaning “gateway of hartebeest” (a species of antelope) is a well known tourist destination with various accommodation venues, spa’s, wedding & conference venues as well as activities to choose from. Paragliding, hang-gliding, abseiling, water sports, yachting, hiking & golfing are only a few of the activities that the area has to offer.
Fauna & Flora
The Magaliesberg is home to an array of fauna & flora, over a 130 species of trees and a diverse range of flowers, fungi, grasses and ferns are located here.
Game lodges and nature reserves in the are doing their best to ensure the survival of plant and animals species. In the beginning of the 1800’s many animals such as elephants, rhinos, buffalo and big cats roamed the area.
Small game to keep a look out for on the mountain slopes are bushbaies, vervet monkeys, tree squirrels, genets, dassies and baboons. Over 300 of bird species, that include owls, vultures, black eagles and falcons.
The area is an array of animal sanctuaries such as The Elephant Sanctuary, Bush Babies Monkey Sanctuary, Ann van Dyk Cheetah Centre, Hartbeespoort Snake and Animal Park. The Vulture Rehabilitation Centre is a neighbour of the Aerial Cableway.
Heritage
In 1999 the Magaliesberg area was proclaimed a World Heritage Site due to highly significant palaeontological and archaeological finds. It yields the largest sample of fossilised hominid remains found in the world, hence the name Cradle of Humankind. Magaliesberg was proclaimed a Natural Protected Environment in 1977.
Many battles took place in the area. Farms were rejuvenated, tobacco and citrus farming flourished after the Second-Anglo -Boer -War.
A grand affair awaits you!
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Conferencing & Events
We are the proud winners of the Best Conference Venue in the 2012 and 2013 North West Provincial Tourism Awards.
Catering for a variety of events and special functions such as weddings, conferences, matric dances and smaller events such as a romantic date (if you want to propose to that very special someone, let us make it a memorable moment).
Book one of the three viewing points, two covered and one open air view point, at the top of the mountain exclusively for your own use. The Harties Cableway venue is fun and original.
The high tech sophisticated and intimate cable cars each seat six people, and arrangements can be made to have champagne on ice in each car as guests ascend the mountain.
Although the Harties Cableway usually closes before sunset, for special events on weekends, arrangements can be made for it to remain operating, especially for your function so that guests can enjoy the sun’s last rays.
The main venue can seat up to 200 people for conference or 150 for a gala dinner function and is absolutely exquisite. At the reception area guests will be welcomed with drinks, while they enjoy the views from the wraparound balcony.
Because the cableway is at the mercy of nature the cableway sometimes has to be closed for safety reasons.
Book your function through: info@hartiesinfo.co.za
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
Restaurants
At the cableway you will find an array of food that will satisfy everyone’s taste buds.
We can guarantee any of the dishes on our menu, choose from pizza, pasta’s, salad’s and a variety of other interesting meals.
We use only the freshest ingredients and believe in quality. Whether you decide to spoil the whole family for a delicious breakfast or lunch, or a quick cup of coffee it is guaranteed to be a wonderful experience.
An arrangement can be made with the banqueting manager at to pack a picnic basket for you to enjoy surrounded by nature.
Mountain Top
The Mountain Top Restaurant is perfectly suited for the “Not-so-hungry” and kids love this menu. A self-service buffet restaurant which also serves burgers, salads & Chip Stix.
The Pub
The pub is a very popular place for people to gather. Set on a wooden deck overlooking the valley this make for a very interesting look-out point and you can see all the cable cars graciously glide past on their way to the top or base station. This pub is known for the variety of delicious cocktails served.
The Venue
For you next function and a fine dining cuisine experience arrange for your next function to take place in our banqueting hall. Catering for big or small functions dining at the Harties Cableway is exquisite and set to take your guests breath away. Your special day will be memorable one, you and your guests will be treated like royalty in this unique environment.
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
We offer excellent recreational & interesting educational facilities.
Opening Times
Please note that the Harties Cableway is sometimes at the mercy of nature, and there are times when it will have to stop operating for safety reasons.
| ● The ticket office opens at 8:30am ● First ride up the mountain is at 9am ● Last ride down the mountain is at 4:30pm |
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The Harties Cableway is open seven days a week. Opening hours can be extended over weekends, upon request, for pre-booked functions and dining at the top of the mountain.
Please note that the Harties Cableway is sometimes at the mercy of nature, and there are times when it will have to stop operating for safety reasons.
Tickets can be purchased online or on arrival.
Ticket Prices
Adults – R200-00 per person.
Children ages 4-14 are R120-00 per child.
Under 4′s ride for FREE
School Group Bookings Only – Please contact our office 012 253 9910
Primary – R55-00
High School – R95-00
Teachers – R135-00
Pensioners - 60 years and older on presentation of your ID – R125-00
Birthday Special – On presentation of your ID book on your birthday – you will qualify for a free ticket.
Kindly note if she/he comes on the day of her/his birthday she/he qualifies for a free ticket if she/he presents her/his ID on arrival.
Registered Tour Guides and Operators please contact our office on 012 253 9910
Annual Tickets – R950-00 (Unlimited access to the mountain for 1 year during operational hours). Please contact our office on 012 253 9910 for more info.
Kindly note our operational times:
Sunday, Monday – Thursday: 08:30 – 16:00 ticket office closes, 16H30 last car down
Friday – Saturday: 08:30- 16:00 ticket office closes, 16H30 last car down
All times are weather permitting.
After Hours Rates: R 3500 per hour excl. VAT
A grand affair awaits you!
Explore. Adventure. Delight.
Physical Address: Plot 3, Melodie, Agricultural Holdings
Postal Address: Postnet Suite 81,Private Bag X0001, Ifafi
Postal Code: 0260
Telephone: +27(0)0122539910
Mobile: +27(0)0722412654
Email: management@hartiescableway.co.za
Website: http://www.hartiescableway.co.za
Directions: See below
Latitude: -25.720464
Longitude: 27.884696
Directions from Johannesburg
Travel on the N1 Western By-pass. Take off Malibongwe Drive (R512). Turn North and travel 34kms to a T-Junction in Broederstroom. Turn right past Pelindaba. Travel 6km to a Stop Street. Turn left at slip road. Travel to T-Junction. Turn Left and travel 9,8 kms to a traffic light. Turn Right and the Aerial Cableway is just over a km on your left.
Directions from Pretoria North
Travel on the N4 (West direction). Take-off the Brits R511 turn-off. Turn left and travel 7kms (look for turn to your right). Take the next road right and the Aerial Cableway is on your right.
