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THABAZIMBI HOMEPAGE

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Thabazimbi is situated in the western corner of Limpopo, South Africa. Thabazimbi is named after the exceptionally lucrative iron ore that is found in the vicinity and means 'mountain of iron' in Twana. The area around Thabazimbi lended itself for cattle farming and has a high standing in South Africa's beef industry, and are now being transformed into conservation, game farming and eco-tourism. Its rugged mountains borders an relatively unspoiled bush-covered plain. It is about 2 hours drive from Pretoria, malaria free, and part of the very special Waterberg Biosphere.

In the last decade Thabazimbi, Limpopo has developed into an Eco Tourism and especially hunting mecca in South Africa with a large selection of game farms, hiking trails, bird watching, varied accommodation options and several other tourism activities. There is a great variety of holiday and tourist accommodation available, ranging from B&B accommodation to lodges, chalets, guest houses and backpackers. Thabazimbi business community serves this sector and the mining in the area, and hosts the annual Game and Tourism Expo.

Marakele National Park is situates 15km from town. Named after the Twana word for 'sanctuary', the big 5 and other wildlife has been re-introduced. The park is characterised by contrasting landscapes of mountains, grassy hills and deep valleys. It is home to the largest colony of the Cape Vulture and boasts around 800 breeding pairs.

Not far from Thabazimbi is the town of Lephalale (Ellisras), Limpopo where you will find the world largest dry cooled power station called Matimba. Other tourist attractions include the Art Weekend at Thandanani and some of the most fascinating San Artwork to be seen in South Africa.

Thabazimbi Tourism: 014 777 2221 / 082 373 3379 tbzmun5@lantic.net

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