Location
Borakalalo is situated 60 km north of Brits. It consists
of 13 000 ha of woodland and open bushveld - in a remote
and peaceful area of unusual beauty and diversity set in
Kalahari veld and woodland country, along the banks of the
Moretele River and the 800 ha Klipvoor Dam.
An extensive network of roads through the reserve are accessible
for all vehicles and there are a number of attractive picnic
and braai sites for the use of day visitors.
Climate
Generally mild to hot.
The Moretele River, which runs into the 800 ha Klipvoor
Dam in the park, also has a beautiful stretch of riverine
forest.
The park is a very popular fishing spot. This is one of
the most accessible reserves to the Johannesburg and Pretoria
areas which makes for an excellent and unusual day or weekend
excursion.
Angling on both the Klipvoor Dam and the Moretele River
is permitted and is regarded as being amongst the finest
in the country. Carp, bream and barbel are the principal
fish species although yellowfish do occur, offering excellent
sport when taken on light tackle.
Wild-life
An abundance of wildlife and more than 350 bird species
can be viewed.
The reserve which is some 13 000 ha in size conserves a
wide variety of antelope, giraffe, white rhino, leopard and
numerous smaller mammal species. Birdlife is particularly
abundant with over 350 species recorded, including 11 eagle
and 18 smaller raptors.
Accommodation
The reserve offers excellent camping facilities.
Accommodation is on a self-catering basis in two tented
camps and a camping site.
It is essential to book for both Moretele and Phudufudu
Camps at all times, and for Pitjane campsite over long weekends.
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