RUSTENBURG MUNICIPALITY: A mecca for tourists

Rustenburg Municipality, located on the eastern fringes of North West Province, is a fitting host for this year’s World Tourism Day celebrations, held on 27th September every year in South Africa and around the world.

Under the theme ‘’Tourism and Green Investment,’’ this year’s World Tourism Day commemorates South Africa’s diverse tourism offerings as well as the sector’s significant contribution to the local economy and job creation.

As preparations for this year’s World Tourism Day festivities gained momentum, Minister of Tourism Patricia de Lille said, “Let us be stewards of our natural treasures and ambassadors for our nation's warmth and hospitality… to create a legacy of prosperity and environmental stewardship for future generations.”

A perfect setting

Once one of the official host cities of the 2010 Fifa World Cup, Rustenburg was little known, but the city had an immense tourist potential.

A perfect setting for the World Tourism Day celebrations, Rustenburg has the vision of developing tourism as one of the key sectors used by the municipality to diversify its economy.

Now a tourist’s mecca, its monuments, museums, historic churches and mosques, scenic views and numerous other tourist attractions offer up a bucket-list of activities for both local and international visors. Rustenburg is indeed transforming its tourism sector with its smorgasbord of products inspired by the outdoor life as well as history.

Situated right at the foot of Magaliesberg, one of the world’s oldest mountains in the world, visitors can experience close encounters with wildlife. The scenic region is a haven for indigenous Woodlands and birdlife, attracting nature lovers from far and wide.

Rustenburg Mayor, Sheila Mabale-Huma has an ambitious dream and great hope to make Rustenburg “a world class city.”

Home to the larger population of impala, brown hyena, lion, jackal, leopard, duiker, rhebuck, zebra, and baboons, Rustenberg also provides an opportunity for game hunting.

Some of the interesting places in Rustenburg include Hunters Rest Golf Course, Kgaswane Mountain Reserve, Royal Bafokeng Stadium, Vaalkop Dam Nature Reserve, Magaliesberg Biosphere Reserve, Magaliesburg Birding, Mountain Sanctuary Park, Pilanesberg National Park, Black Rhino Game Reserve, Madikwe Game Reserve, Borakalalo National Park and Cheetah Conservations. It is also home to the Lesedi Cultural Village.

Conveniently situated a 90-minute drive and about 120km north-west of Pretoria and Johannesburg, Rustenburg is a perfect Sho’t Left to explore and experience the hospitality of its people, the breathtaking scenic landscape and incredible wildlife.

With the festive season around the corner, make the decision to explore this beautiful city that provides something for everyone.

Rustenburg warmly welcomes you!