Affi lande bucket list

Activities on Affi lande 

• Hiking trails on the farm (easy walks 8km)
• Hike to the breathtaking water tunnels from our farm (5km away) and go down the chain ladder to Meiringskloof hiking trails in the breathtaking gorge
• Hike or drive to the historical Rebel memorial plaque at the back of our farm, where 2 rebels got shot in 1914. See the overhang where they hide.
• Swim in the dam or tube down the river (5km away)
• Mountain bike trail on the farm
• Spa treatments can be arranged on request
• Bird watching. A Secretary bird pair is home to Affi lande
• Mountain climbing
• Picnic on top of the mountain can be arranged on request
• Spend me- time in the open air chapel on top of the mountain
• Enjoy sundowners on top of the mountain and experience memorable sunsets or sunrises

Zipline

• Guests must stay at Affi lande boetiek guest farm to make use of this facility
• 1 km line with 4 stations
• Breathtaking scenery over the mountains and valleys
• R500 pp (must be a group of 5 or more)
• On the farm Uithoek (8km away)
• Contact JL 079 525 040

Abseiling

• Guests must stay at Affi lande boetiek guest farm to make use of this facility
• Must be a group of 5 or more
• On the farm Uithoek (8km away)
• Contact JL 079 525 0401

Swimming

• Guests can hike or drive to Fouriesburg dam for a unforgettable dam swim
• Meiringskloof 8km from Affi lande 

4x4

• Guests must stay at Affi lande boetiek guest farm to make use of this facility
• On the farm Uithoek (8km away) 
• Own vehicle
• 3 out of 5
• Scenic mountains
• Contact JL 079 525 0401
• Die Plaaswerf 12km away for 4x4 Contact David 082 820 0403

Destiny castle day visits

• Imagine a real medieval castle on top of a mountain with unsurpassed views over Lesotho and the Witteberge mountain range
• Chapel with a painted ceiling
• Contact person Michael Dryer 072 289 2827 for a viewing visit of the castle
• On the way to Caledon's border post. Turn right at Pumula sign
• 16km away

Dinosaur Footprint trail

• See real dinosaur footprints 
• On Mafube farm 12km away
• Contact Hillary 084 668 4499 On R711 towards Clarens

Wine cellar and wine tasting

• Rose house - The Rosehip restaurant and winery
• See vineyards in the Free State, taste their wines and enjoy lunch at the Rosehip restaurant
• Contact Trish 072 142 3183. Bookings essential
• On Clarens road, just 8km outside Fouriesburg.

Hiking trails

• Hiking trail in Meiringskloof (beautiful scenic and treed) 
• Can hike to Affi lande from Meiringskloof via the chain ladder
• 8km away

Cheetau lion and cheetah farm and restaurant

• Interact with the cubs and enjoy lunch
• Contact 082 044 166 .22km away on R26 towards Bethlehem

Clarens extreme adventure in Clarens 

• Putt putt, short zip line, quad bikes, white water rafting 
• Contact 082 563 6242
• 35 km away

Clarens beer brewery

• Local craft beer and restaurant in Clarens on the square 
• Beer tasting 
• Contact 058 256 1193
• 35 km away

 AfriSki in Lesotho

• Open throughout the year
• Contact 087 230 8408
• 80 km away in Lesotho (Passport needed)

 Lesotho - Maliba lodge 5* resort

• Enjoy lunch on a deck overlooking mountains with a breathtaking view
• Spoil yourself to a decadent spa treatment in the most beautiful surroundings(booking essential) 
• Swim in the natural rock pool
• Contact 082 778 8558
• 40 km away on scenic and beautiful road with Sotho villages along the way

Katse dam in Lesotho

• One of the most spectacular water features
• It is a concrete arch dam on the Malibamato's river and is the second largest double-curvature arch dam
• Central to Lesotho Highlands water project
• Contact 086 148 869
• 85km away in Lesotho

Historical places

Surrender Hill

• It is a historic Anglo Boer war site and marks the place where Free State Boers surrendered to British troops on July 31, 1900
• On the Surrender Hill Battlefields, the British destroyed numerous Boer commando weapons, including six million rounds of ammunition and captured three field guns,2800 head of cattle and 4314 men
• 25km away on the Clarens road

Fertility Caves or Salpeterkrans

• They are found nestled in a narrow gorge with spectacular mountains and overhangs.
• African Religion meets modern day religion.
• On entering the Caves you will find both Sangomas and visiting followers 
• Sacred spring
• 25 km away. Turn left at Surrender hill, follow a dirt road to Heritage site on your right

Golden Gate National National Park

• Breathtaking mountainous scenery in golden, ochre and orange hued, deeply eroded sandstone cliffs and outcrops, especially Brandwag rock.
• Stunning hiking trails
• Contact 058 255 1000
• 50km away, pass Clarens

Basotho cultural village

• Be transported back in time when you visit the Basotho cultural village, which mirrors an 18th century Basotho village
• Meet the chief, his wives, and the traditional healer
• An amazing architectural sight with stunning settings and decorations that are a feast of color for the eyes
• Experience the cultural-, herbal- or museum tours
• Contact 058 255 1000
• 50km away

Sugar and Cinnamon restaurant near Golden Gate 

• Definitely worth a visit when you are in Golden gate national park
• Delicious food, mountain views, and lovely gifts
• Contact Suretha 082 382 3515
• 40km away

Cherry farm Ionia

• See how a cherry farm operates
• Buy homemade cherry products
• Cherry season (Late October- early December)
• Visit during Cherry Festival, the second week in November every year.
• Contact Lize 072 585 3584 
• 22km away

Farmstalls

The Cabin in Clocolan

• Most beautiful farmstall with a restaurant, local produce, handcrafted arts and crafts, stunning gifts, deli, craft beers
• Different shops with unique gifts, goose down products, jewelry, furniture, clothing, uniquely crafted sandstone products and gifts
• Contact Antionette 082 707 2894
• 80km away on R26 towards Ficksburg

Constantia farmstall and cherry farm in Clocolan

• For most creative cherry products such as fresh cherries when in season, cherry liqueur, cream liqueur and many more
• Lovely restaurant with a wide selection of specialty cherry dishes to cater for every taste
• Beautiful gifts,art,decor,furniture,clothing etc
• Contact 082 304 7043
• 80km away on R26 towards Ficksburg