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Western region of Gauteng, South Africa
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The West Rand is the western part of the Gauteng province of South Africa.
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Traditional dances and food in authentic Zulu, Sotho, Pedi, Xhosa and Ndebele villages.
The entrance ticket gives you a visit with the lion cubs (yes, you get to touch them), feed the giraffe, and a self-drive game viewing through the lion camps and game area (antelope, zebra, giraffe and others live here). The Lion Park can be very busy over weekends and public holidays. If you want some quality time with the lion cubs, it is better to go during the week when it is not so busy. If you are going to drive through the lion enclosures, make sure there are no loose objects on the outside of your vehicle and keep your windows closed. The lions are especially fond of 4x4 spare wheel covers, so remove these before you enter.
Visit a gold mine such as the Old Kromdraai Gold Mine. The Kromdraai Gold Mine was one of the first gold mines on the Witwatersrand (the Johannesburg area today) and is situated in an unspoilt rural setting about 60 minutes drive from Johannesburg International airport and 40 minutes from Johannesburg city.
Mostly uses a Pilatus Porter (PC 6).
Based just outside Krugersdorp on the West Rand.
Home to spectacular drag racing. See their website for upcoming events.
Offers traditionally themed accommodation with modern conveniences.
5-star hotel and spa just outside of Johannesburg.
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