Mookgophong Overview Information

Mookgophong used to be known as Naboomspruit. Mookgophong is situated about 40km southwest of Mokopane, (Potgietersrus) at the foot of the Waterberg Mountains. This is a malaria free area.

The town of Mookophong started after a prospector named Adolph Erasmus discovered tin deposits in the area and miners rushed to the area. Later Erasmus also discovered platinum in the area and even more miners flocked to the town. Municipal status was awarded to the town of Mookophong in 1938.

Various crops are grown in the area. These include corn, nuts and citrus fruit. There are also cattle farms in the area.

The Mookgophong area has numerous hot springs and tourists are well catered for. Accommodation in the area includes self-catering chalets and lodges. Nylvlei Nature Reserve and the Doorndraai Dam offer excellent opportunities for game and bird watching.

There are also private reserves in the Mookgophong area that offer game drives onsite, horse riding and guided nature trails. Other facilities are Internet access, conference facilities, golf, satellite TV and an onsite restaurant.

 

 

 


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8 Olive Grove
Mookgophong Self Catering Cottage/ House/ Bungalow
Olive Grove 8 is situated on the premises of the Euphoria Golf Estate within the Orchard Village. It has 3 rooms and can house 7 people. The main room is on the upper storey and has both a double... Read more.
The Golf Shank - Euphoria Erf Nr 196
Mookgophong Self Catering Cottage/ House/ Bungalow
This magnificent luxury home can accommodate up to 10 guests, offering 4 identical double en-suite bedrooms, equipped with shower and bath. We are located in Mookgophong, Waterberg. Read more.
Afrique du Sud Guesthouse
Mookgophong Bed & Breakfast/ Guest House/ Guest Lodge
Located in the town of Mookgophong (Naboomspruit) in the Limpopo Province of South Africa. 45km South West of Mokopane (Potgietersrus) . Ideal halfway stopover on route to Botswana, Zimbawe and the Kruger National Park. The Naboomspruit area has... Read more.
Paradise Lodge
Mookgophong Bush Lodge (Self Catering) (GAME NEARBY)
Spacious chalets set in the beautiful gardens of the Lodge offers facilities for those who want self-catering. All chalets boast a fully equipped kitchen, with fridge and gas cooker and all the necessary implements... Read more.