The Crocodile Ramble - Tourist Route, West Rand
The Crocodile Ramble is a popular tourist route situated in the scenic Crocodile River valley, just north of Johannesburg and west of Pretoria. Known for its diverse range of arts, crafts, outdoor adventures, and culinary experiences, the Ramble offers a blend of rural charm and cultural exploration. Visitors can enjoy a mix of art galleries, pottery studios, antique shops, and handmade crafts that highlight the creative flair of local artisans.
A mere 45 minutes drive from Johannesburg International Airport, this unique area was declared a World Heritage Site in 1999.
The Crocodile Ramble includes attractions in the Cradle of Humankind and includes Sterkfontein, Muldersdrift, Honeydew, Ruimsig, Lanseria, Magaliesburg and the Hartbeespoort Dam.
The area is also well-known for its natural beauty, featuring tranquil spots for birdwatching, hiking trails, and picnic sites. Many establishments along the route, including farms, nurseries, and markets, provide locally produced goods, fresh produce, and artisanal foods. Restaurants and tea gardens offer a wide variety of cuisines, creating a vibrant, family-friendly atmosphere.
Overall, the Crocodile Ramble invites both locals and tourists to experience the rich artistic culture and stunning landscapes of the area while enjoying a taste of the region’s heritage and hospitality.
Nearby Towns
- Muldersdrift (0.2km)
- Honingklip (4.6km)
- Featherbrooke Estate (4.6km)
- Steynsvlei (4.7km)
- Ruimsig (5.4km)
- Poortview (6.1km)
- Noordheuwel (7.7km)
- Jackal Creek Golf Estate (7.7km)
- Roodekrans (7.8km)
- Cosmo City (8.3km)
- Kromdraai (8.4km)
- Honeydew (8.6km)
- Monument (8.8km)
- Wilro Park (8.9km)
- Kevin Ridge (9.1km)
Nearby Points Of Interest
(As the crow flies. Road distance will differ.)
- Ngwenya Glass Village - Muldersdrift, West Rand, Johannesburg (0.08km)
- Silverstar Casino - Krugersdorp, Johannesburg (3.92km)
- Alice Art Gallery - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (4.99km)
- Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens - Krugersdorp, Johannesburg (5.22km)
- Ruimsig Country Club - Ruimsig, Johannesburg (5.49km)
- Honeydew Mazes - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (5.88km)
- Krugersdorp Golf Club - West Rand, Gauteng (7.91km)
- Jackal Creek Golf Club - Honeydew, Johannesburg (8.24km)
- NIROX Sculpture Park - Kromdraai, Krugersdorp (8.39km)
- Bothongo Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve - nr Krugersdorp, Gauteng (8.76km)
- Cradle Moon Lake - nr Krugersdorp, Johannesburg (8.79km)
- Eagle Canyon Golf Estate - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (8.93km)
- Bothongo Wonder Cave - nr Krugersdorp (9.12km)
- Oktober Bierfest - Johannesburg (10.05km)
- Life Wilgeheuwel Hospital - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (10.46km)
- BAPS Hindu Mandir and Cultural Complex - Randburg, Johannesburg (11.16km)
- Kloofendal Nature Reserve - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (11.35km)
- Sterkfontein Caves - Cradle of Humankind, Gauteng (11.45km)
- Croc City Crocodile and Reptile Park - Chartwell, Johannesburg (11.79km)
- Randridge Mall, Randburg - Johannesburg (11.93km)
- Netcare Olivedale Hospital - Olivedale, Randburg (12.59km)
- The Greater Cradle Nature Reserve - Lanseria, Gauteng (12.78km)
- Olivedale Windmill - Randburg, Johannesburg (13.16km)
- Cradle Of Humankind World Heritage Site - Gauteng (13.66km)
- Roodepoort Theatre - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (14.19km)
- Randpark Golf Club - Randburg, Johannesburg (14.42km)
- Krugersdorp Game Reserve - West Rand, Gauteng (14.50km)
- Roodepoort Museum - Roodepoort, Johannesburg (14.66km)
- The Fairway Spa - Randburg, Johannesburg (14.67km)
- Blair Atholl Golf & Equestrian Estate - Lanseria, Johannesburg (15.31km)