The Magaliesberg of northern South Africa, is a modest but well-defined mountain range composed mainly of quartzites. It rises at a point south of the Pilanesberg to form a curved prominence that intersects suburban Pretoria before it peters out some 50 km (31 mi) to the east, just south of Bronkhorstspruit. The highest point of the Magaliesberg is reached at Nooitgedacht, about 1,852 metres (6,076 ft) above sea level. A cableway reaching to the top of the mountain range is located at Hartbeespoort Dam, providing sweeping views of the Magaliesberg and surrounding area.
Magaliesberg
Magaliesberg east to Hartebeespoort Dam from vicinity of Castle Gorge
Magaliesberg near Olifantsnek Dam
Tonquani Kloof in the Magaliesberg
Pilanesberg National Park
The Pilanesberg National Park is located north of Rustenburg in the North West Province of South Africa. The park borders on the Sun City entertainment complex. It is administered by the North West Parks and Tourism Board.
Game animals at Mankwe Dam
Satellite image of the park from Sentinel-2
Cubs of a resting lion pride
Leopard at Kubu drive