The Gauteng sunset
Gauteng evokes all that is city and suburbia.
Barring obstacles posed by potholes and a rainy summer’s day slurry, you’d hardly think it 4x4 territory, but there’s no need for Toyota Hilux drivers to take their off-road aspirations anywhere out of the province.
If you’re Jo’burg based and don’t want to dent the petrol budget, head west towards Bosvark 4x4 Adventures on Robert Broom Drive in Noordheuwel, Krugersdorp.
They offer over 20 kilometres worth of trail graded between 2 and 5 with plenty of mud and rock. Cap off the day by driving out to any of the four viewpoints to meet with magnificent vistas overlooking Johannesburg, Sandton and Lanseria. With picnicking, braai facilities, paintball and a quad track for the kids, it’s going to be a real crowd-pleaser.
Keen on off-roading in your Toyota Hilux through a landscape carved out millions of years ago?
The Berakah 4x4 trail is just 14km out of Parys and set within the Vredefort Dome, the world’s largest verified meteorite impact crater.
It’s easily one of the best trails in Gauteng and grand views of Nature’s Valley and abundant bird and wildlife will present ample photo opportunities.
Hiking, mountain biking and river rafting are also offered, as well as quad biking on a separate track.
Whether you’re likely to find Zen in the Nan Hua Buddhist temple or on Gauteng’s sole wine estate, be sure to point your Toyota Hilux to Bronkhorstspruit, especially if you prefer to take your meditations off road.
The Kungwini 4x4 eco-trail is a must-do. Look out for the stone circle ruins, left behind by ancient African civilisations some 2000 and 3000 years ago.
Kungwini is also home to a 4x4 academy that provides advanced 4x4 eco-friendly off-road training.
At the foot of the magnificent Magaliesberg, in one of Gauteng’s most scenic areas, is the De Wildt 4x4 trail.
It’s a good trail for beginners who want to improve their handling and recovery and there’s plenty of game to be seen along the drive
The nature enthusiast in your family will enjoy the many varieties of flora and fauna and any of the viewpoints provide a perfect setting to witness the sun go down over the Magaliesberg.
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