Groenkloof Nature Reserve

Day Hike

Sunday, 22 June 2025

Groenkloof Nature Reserve is located near the famous Fountains Valley. This valley on the southern outskirts of Pretoria was proclaimed as a game sanctuary by President Paul Kruger on 25 February 1895, the first in Africa. Its main purpose was to protect the shy and timid oribi that were found there and other game that were being wiped out by hunters.

After 1910, portions of the area were rented out for the establishment of commercial plantations for the delivery of wood and the production of paper, both of which were in short supply during the world wars. By the late 1950s, the City Council of Pretoria became the owner of the area.

The wildlife on the reserve include zebra, jackal, duiker, kudu, impala, blue wildebeest, red hartebeest, ostrich, giraffe and sable. The rich birdlife will keep bird lovers busy for hours on end.

To join us on our next hike, complete a membership applications via email at info@centurionhikingclub.co.za or WhatsApp 076 694 2202. Photos captured by our club members are available on the WhatsApp Group or on the Facebook Page after the Hike.