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Fetakgomo  - Tourism

Places of Interest

Name

Description

Potlake Game Reserve

Fetakgomo is not really known as an exotic destination, but it gained a new dimension since the Potlake Game Reserve came into the picture. Tourists will no doubt want to experience the beauty of nature, but it would be unfortunate if they leave Fetakgomo Municipality without realizing other treasures awaiting discovery. It is ideally located for access to the Dilokong Corridor and many shafts of platinum and chromium mines.

The Mines

Next to Potlake, is a platinum mine, Lebowa Platinum Mines, called Atok Mine by Fetakgomoans. It has brought much needed employment opportunities to the people of Fetakgomo, of the Sekhukhune District, of Limpopo Province and the Republic of South Africa at large.

Monameetse Water Spring

One of the scenic highlights is the Monameetse spring water, which the locals believe to be inhabited by water spirit. They also believe that the snake that needs not to be provoked provides the water. Mense glo. Ba a kgolwa. This water nourishes throats of people and the entire land of Monametse.

Ledingwe Cultural Village
(Stellenboch Cultural Village)

We are equally proud of our cultural heritage and still hold dear the traditions of our forefathers. Our Municipality is a land of legends and myths and of ancient civilizations that visitors find fascinating.
 

Sekhukhune Heritage Site

The tour does not end there. Let us together join others in their entourage to Tjate, the heritage site for the Bapedi. Meet the god of the Bapedi for your fortunes. The place is rich with the Bapedi history, viz, wars of resistance with the English led by Burgers. The route to Phahlamanoge. At the Mathakane viewpoint one could see how beautiful is Tjate, the village, Thaba-mosego, the mountains full of wild animals, reptiles of all sorts and of songs of birds filled with happiness of the day. Peep through the congested trees and witness how beautiful is nature. It is rich with cultural heritage and an abundance of wildlife and nature-based tourism opportunities, indeed a treasure chest waiting to be discovered.
 

Echo Stone

It is not a miracle. Believe it or not. What is surprising is that the stone turns summer into winter? To witness and become a better judge, pay a visit to Phahlamanoge in the Fetakomo Municipality. Nature tells its story to the fullest. Visit this place and enjoy life at Phahlamanoge. Masehleng is the place. Come and see what Badimo and Modimo did for Africa. A great diversity of natural and man made influence attractions and cultural believes.
 

Mohlaletse

The miracles and the scenic beauty of our municipality are endless. To believe or not to believe is not the question. Visit Mohlaletse, and ask for the route to the Royal kraal, Mošate. This place was named after the river that runs through the village and other areas of Fetakgomo. It nourishes the throats of everybody and everything next to it.Fetakgomo is the place with warm culture of the Bapedi. It is the warm culture that embraces as you move close to the Royal Kraal of King Sekhukhune. This is the home of traditional dance. Kiba is the dance. Listen to the drums, sekgokolo, matikwane and phoisele and feel at home to forget the worry of this planet. Mfološa-nkwe thabeng is the group entertaining the tourists. The Head Quarters of the giant association, FETAKGOMO O SWARE MOTHO.Lesufi le Dithalabodiba, the talented poet will give you unforgettable memories. Le nna ke a ya. Let us go to Fetakgomo Municipality to listen to the drums of the new democracy and melodies of our young artists.
 

Olifant 4x4 Driving Show

Visit the Olifants River that stretches from Shubushubung down to Mphaaneng to see the 4x4 driving show. Great for your relaxation and entertainment. Boredom becomes a thing of the past. One may even forget to go back home. It is really enjoyable. Hire or bring your own 4x4 to join the driving show.
 

Mphanama Cave

The cave is situated in Ward 1, Mphanama Village in the Fetakgomo Municipality. This boasts the local heritage site. Locals are better placed to tell what they believe in. It is a cave rich with history.
 

Lenao la Modimo



(God’s Foot Print)

The people have said: “Ke lenao la Modimo”. Who knows? A footprint is there on the rock since our arrival on this beautiful planet. It is difficult to conclude what actually happened. Come and see, maybe an answer to this national question can be provided.