Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve

Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve The Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve welcomes all. We have a variety of animal and plant species at the reserve. Don't forget to check-in!

GPS co-ordinates:
26°46'34.9"S
27°50'18.3"E

Rules
• Adhere to gate times: Gate times (06:00 to 18:00) must be strictly adhered to;
• Age restrictions: For safety reasons, children must be accompanied by an adult at all times;
• Behaviour: Behaving in an offensive, improper, indecent or disorderly manner including the playing of any radio, compact disc player, music system, musical instrument, or in any way cause a noise in any manner likely to disturb any species or specimen or other person is strictly prohibited;
• Drive safely: The maximum speed limit is 40 km per hour. General rules of the road apply within the Reserve. It is an offence to drive on South African roads without a recognized driver’s license or under the influence of alcohol;
• Driving areas: Vehicles/Cyclists must remain on the designated roads at all times and off-road driving or driving on closed roads are not allowed;
• Feeding of wildlife is prohibited: The feeding or intentional disturbance of wildlife is not allowed;
• Fire hazard: Starting or causing a fire is not allowed, except at the braai facilities that are provided at the lapa. No other fires are allowed;
• Fi****ms: Fi****ms or dangerous weapons of any sort, trap or poison may not be brought into the Reserve;
• Flora and Fauna: No plant, animal, wildlife or any other items may be removed from the Park. You may not cut, damage, destroy or be in possession of any plant or part thereof. Importing of any specimen of an alien or listed invasive species into this Reserve is prohibited;
• Functions: No private functions are allowed in the Reserve;
• Litter free zone: Littering is prohibited. Please deposit litter into the bins that are provided;
• Pets: No pets (dogs, cats, birds or any other) may be brought into the Reserve;
• Quad bikes / motor cycles: Quad bikes and motor cycles are not allowed in the Reserve;
• Reporting of incidents: Incidents must be reported to 016 960 3111;
• Walking / cycling: Be careful at all times and note that surfaces are uneven and sometimes slippery;
• Water safety: Swimming, fishing or boating on the dams are not allowed;
• Wildlife: A possible threat from the wildlife does exist. Be careful when animals are approached and keep a safe distance between you and the animals. Violations of the rules would render offenders liable for prosecution

11/09/2026

Please note that the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark will be closed this coming Saturday and Sunday, 12 and 13 September 2026 due to game management activities.

03/09/2026

Celebrate Arbour Day at Bongani Mabaso EcoPark

Join us on Friday 4 September 2026, as we celebrate Arbour Day by planting trees and growing a greener future together. The Bongani Mabaso Eco Park will be open from 09:00 to 15:00 for anyone who would like to plant a tree. Simply bring your own indigenous tree, and we'll provide the rest. Planting holes will be prepared in advance and spades will be available on site. The tree planting area is on your right-hand side as you enter the reserve.

Make a day of it with family and friends:

· Bring an indigenous tree and plant a legacy

· Enjoy the park's picnic facilities

· Use the lapa area for a braai (available on a first-come, first-served basis and cannot be reserved)

Please note:

· No open fires are permitted at the picnic spots.

· Braais are only allowed in the designated lapa area.

Let's come together this Arbour Day to make a positive difference for our environment, one tree at a time.

31/07/2026

We are pleased to announce that the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark will reopen this weekend following the completion of the necessary repairs and maintenance work.

We look forward to seeing you at the EcoPark from this coming weekend.

24/07/2026

We regret to inform the public that the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark will not reopen this weekend as previously communicated.

We understand that you were looking forward to enjoying the facility, and we apologise for the inconvenience this may cause. The safety and readiness of the park remain our priority, and additional time is required before welcoming visitors back.

We will communicate a new reopening date as soon as it has been confirmed.

21/07/2026

Please note that the necessary repairs have been completed at the EcoPark and the visitors are once again welcome to enjoy the facility.

Thank you for your patience during the maintenance period. We look forward to welcoming you back.

18/07/2026

Dear Eco-Park Fans
Please note that the park will be closed today (Saturday, 18 July) and tomorrow (Sunday, 19 July) due to infrastructure damage caused by fire.

Kindly await our official announcement on the park's re-opening.

Regards
The Eco-Park Team

Please note that Sasol has completed the controlled burning of grass in the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark to prevent major fire...
17/07/2026

Please note that Sasol has completed the controlled burning of grass in the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark to prevent major fire incidents. The opportunity was also used to conduct patch burns to manage veld conditions. The activities were conducted by emergency services from Sasol in cooperation with other industries in the area as well as the Metsimaholo Local Municipality.

08/06/2026

Please note that Sasol will be conducting controlled burning of grass from 9 to 12 June, 15 June and 17 to 19 June 2026 in the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark to prevent major fire incidents. The activities will be conducted by emergency services from Sasol in cooperation with other industries in the area as well as the Metsimaholo Local Municipality.

The park will however be open to visitors on 13, 14 and 16 June 2026.

For more information, contact Sasol Emergency Management Control Room at 016 960 3111 or the Metsimaholo Fire Department at 016 976 0945.

26/04/2026

It being a public holiday, the Bongani Mabaso EcoPark Nature Reserve will be open on Monday 27 April 2026.

Address

Paardeberg Street
Metsimaholo
1947

Opening Hours

Saturday 06:00 - 18:00
Sunday 06:00 - 18:00

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