Internet (6 Mbps, unlimited data) | USD 43.75 |
Apartment (3 bedrooms) outside of centre | USD 685.19 |
Cappuccino | USD 1.68 |
Utilities (Electricity, Heating, ...) for medium apartment | USD 258.60 |
Tennis court rent (1 hour on weekend) | USD 27.97 |
Apartment (1 bedroom) outside of centre | USD 326.28 |
Mid range bottle of wine | USD 5.99 |
Imported beer at restaurant | USD 1.35 |
Local cheese (1kg) | USD 5.31 |
Located at the North West Province of South Africa, Rustenberg is one of the most prominent sites in African history. It has played a critical role during the Second Boer War and is a wealthy agricultural town back in the 19th century. The large citrus farmlands have supplied fruits to nearby towns and countries. Most residents of Rustenberg have Indian ancestry. The discovery of Platinum Reef has made the platinum mining industry flourish. But one of the most remarkable feats is the growth in tourism revenues at a record pace. Apart from highway routes, cheap flights to Rustenberg have helped the local government attract thousands of tourists every year.
The city has an innate love for sports. Sporting arenas are dotted around Rustenberg. The Royal Bafokung Stadium was one of the hosts in 2010 FIFA World Cup. It has also been a training ground for England’s National Football Team. Another world-class sports stadium is the Olympia Park. It has hosted several international rugby tournaments. The city also provides sponsorship to various sports clubs in Rustenberg including the judo and sky diving clubs.
You can also take the entire family to safari adventures at the Predator World where some wild animals such as lions, leopard, kudu, zebra and rhinoceros are thriving. There are night tours that can be customized for those who would like to experience a different kind of animal interaction. It is found around 5 kilometers away from Sun City and the Pilanesberg National Park. Canopy tours in Maliesberg can satisfy your craving for activities that can give you that rare adrenaline rush. More relaxing leisure and sports can be enjoyed in the city’s golf courses.
Most hotels in Rustenberg are close to popular tourist attractions. Within a few minutes, you can reach Makinky Manzi, a bushveld game farm. Here, you and your crew can go bird watching and hop in to fun-filled eco adventures. From rugged terrains of hills, to the picturesque backdrop as you traverse grasslands, the breathtaking views from the cliffs and majestic waterfalls. Other game parks include Kgaswane, Madikwe and Pilanesberg.
If you are planning on a side trip to the city, search for cheap flights to Rustenberg online.