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Long before man came on the scene, the water of the mineral spring at Bela-Bela was relished by animals, and elephants and buffalo wallowed in the warm mineralized mud. The spring has since grown into a health and holiday resort, attracting more than 200 000 visitors each year. The water, which flows out of the ground at about 22,000 litres an hour with a temperature of about 53ºC, is rich in sodium chloride, calcium carbonate and other minerals that are believed to have healing properties. Long before the mineral waters at Bela-Bela were used therapeutically, they were discovered by the Tswana in the 1800s and named Bela- Bela, meaning ‘the water that boils on its own’. Attractions and Things To Do in Bela Bela Aventura Resort A modern internationally renowned Spa, with saunas, massages, facials and steambaths Carousel Casino and Entertainment World Situated just off the N1 North Highway between Pretoria and Bela Bela (Warmbaths). The Carousel is famous for hosting a number of world title boxing fights. Fishing At nearby dams Cable Ski Africa's largest cable ski facility at the Bela Bela Resort Mokopa Reptile Park Well known snake park in the area, with a good variety of reptile species and some very rare snake species. Thaba Kwena Crocodile Farm The biggest breeding crocodile farm open to the public in the Southern Hemisphere. Feeding times are most interesting Nylsvley Bird Sanctuary and Flood Area Is the largest inland floodplain in Southern Africa covers 16000 ha when fully wet, whereof approximately 4000 ha are formally reserved as the Nylsvley Bird Sanctuary. It is one of the most important breeding places of birds in the country, with some red listed species. Golf At the Modimolle (Nylstroom) and Bela-Bela (Warmbaths) golf ranges. Bela-Bela Dam Water sport enthusiasts can enjoy jet and boat skiing 4 x 4 Routes Available at various game reserves in the area. Birdwatching At the Nyslvley Wetlands Game and Hunting Farms Game viewing Available at various game reserves in the area Open vehicles rides are available on many game and nature reserves, some of which accommodate the Big Five Elephant tracking On foot can be arranged with a trained guide at some of the game reserves Hiking Trails & Mountain Biking Provide opportunities to enjoy the unique scenery of the Waterberg Quad Biking Available at several Game Lodges in the area Bowling The Modimolle and Bela-Bela Bowling Clubs Hot–Air Ballooning A more leisurely way of sightseeing Parachuting at the Modimolle Airfield With a wonderful view of Kranskop. Grave of Christina Pretorius The wife of Voortrekker leader Andries Pretorius British Blockhouse Erected during the Anglo Boer War where the outlaw Coenraad Buys and his followers withstood a siege |
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