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 18smaller
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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