Nature Reserves

Rietvlei Nature Reserve

Rietvlei Nature Reserve is situated to the South East of Pretoria just off the R21 leading to the

Johannesburg International Airport. Rietvlei Nature Reserve developed out of the

Rietvlei Water Scheme, the dam was built in 1934.

The reserve covers an area of 3800 hectare with 30 different species of mammals and more than 187 species

of birds. Gates open at 06h00 on public holidays and weekends and close at 18h00. Along the 30 kilometres

of tar and 10 kilometres of dirt roads that stretch throughout the reserve there are ample opportunities awaiting

the wildlife photographer.

Rietvlei Nature Reserve could supply photographers with some outstanding photographic opportunities,

look out for White Rhinoceros and Burchell's Zebra, they are frequently sighted throughout the park.

Buffalo could be seen in the "early" mornings to the east of the reserve near the river. Birds are plentiful and

could provide perfect opportunities. The reserve provides the city dweller with the ideal place to practice

the art of wildlife photography. Photographers should avoid including the unattractive electricity pylons

that stretch throughout the reserve in their images.

The Rietvlei travel guide provides you with a more comprehensive list of the Fauna and Flora

offered by the reserve. The reserve offers the following activities: Tours, Hiking, Horse Rides and

Night Drives. For more information contact (012) 345-2274.