The Bosveld Mile
You are cordially invited to head to the Bushveld for the annual Pick n Pay Bosveld Mile, a fun event which takes place in a beautiful part of the country.
November 1998 saw the first Bosveld Mile being swum with a total of 20 swimmers taking part. In 2012 there were more than 700 entries. This swimming event is popular because it is set in a beautiful venue which attracts swimmers from various parts of our country, a venue where the green lawns go right down to the waters edge, where the water is clean and clear, and the ablution blocks are neat and tidy.
The Bosveld Mile is supported by many well-known open water swimmers. There are three age categories for swimmers: 13 years & under; 14-30 years; 31 years and up. But for those not feeling that ambitious there is also the popular Half-mile (800 m) with cash prizes for the first three male and the first three female swimmers. Come and enjoy the 3km and 5km event for the well-trained swimmers. Medals are awarded to everyone completing the event. There is also the 400 m fun event which also offers a medal for each swimmer completing the event (but no results or prize money).
Gauteng North life-savers will be on duty, and also well-trained Paramedics will be in attendance. Pancakes, as well as other food, cold drinks and coffee stalls will also contribute to creating a friendly, happy and relaxing atmosphere. So head to Bella Bella and enjoy the relaxing Bushveld atmosphere!
For more information on registrations and future dates please contact:
Petra / Koba
Cell: +27-82-3779869
Cell: +27-82-3207154
Or Email: info@belabelasplash.co.za
Directions
The event takes place at the Bela-Bela (formerly Warmbaths) Dam just outside Bela-Bela.
Follow the N1 either from Polokwane (formerly Pietersburg) or Johannesburg and take the R516 Settlers/Bela-Bela offramp. If travelling from Johannesburg, it is the second Bela-Bela offramp (the first is the R576 Settlers/Codington/Bela-Bela offramp). At the offramp, turn left. (Turn right if travelling from Modimolle (Nylstroom)). Continue to the robot. Turn right and continue into Bela-Bela. Turn left into Potgieter Street and right into Ritchie Road (the Thabazimbi road). At Chris Hani road turn left, go over a stop street and at the very next road turn right into Grobler Street. Go through the stop street where it becomes Robertson Road and continue through the next stop street. Travel approximately five kilometres out of town, and take the second Fish Eagle Bay entrance (it will say Fish Eagle Bay Boat Club) road to the left. Follow this road for about two kilometres to the dam. Look out for signs along the route.
The trip takes around one hour and 45 minutes from the northern suburbs of Johannesburg.
Please note that parking at the venue is limited.
Accommodation Near The Bosveld Mile
The Villa Manor & Spa
Hotel / Boutique Hotel Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
5.2km from The Bosveld MileThe Villa Manor is the perfect base from which to explore the Waterberg region. Centrally located in Bela-Bela also known as Warmbaths the home of the hot mineral springs. The Villa Manor is also ideal for business trips too. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Hoogland Spa Resort
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
6.2km from The Bosveld MileHoogland Spa Resort provides self catering accommodation in the heart of Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. This holiday resort offers 11 stunning self catering chalets for the best nights sleep. We have 4-sleepers, 6-sleepers and 8-sleepers... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
69 Leopardsrock
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
8.7km from The Bosveld Mile69 Leopardsrock offers self catering accommodation between Modimolle (Nylstroom) and Bela-Bela on a game estate. This self catering house sleeps 8. The house is a three story house with a two bed loft on the third floor. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Elements Private Golf Reserve Lodge 278
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
11.2km from The Bosveld MileElements Private Golf Reserve Lodge 278 offers self catering accommodation in a golf estate near Bela-Bela in the Limpopo province. (Sleeps 4 adults). Set in the heart of the Bushveld, Elements Lodge No 278 is a privately owned Golf lodge... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Elements Private Golf Reserve 123
Self Catering Apartment, Flatlet Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
12.1km from The Bosveld MileElements 123 is a self catering apartment (sleeps 8) on a residential site overlooking the golf course at Elements Private Golf Reserve, in the heart of the Bushveld near Bela-Bela and offers quality accommodation for golfers and holidaymakers. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Feeskraal Lodge
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
12.8km from The Bosveld MileFeeskraal Private Safari Lodge (sleeps 8) is a luscious Waterberg Getaway, situated on the Elandsfontein Private game reserve. The Farm Elandsfontein is a private game reserve adjacent to the majestic Mabalingwe big five nature reserve. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Gecko Lodge and Cottage, Mabalingwe
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
14.3km from The Bosveld MileGecko Lodge and Cottage (sleeps 14) is a very spacious, well equipped self catering holiday house ideally located in the Mabalingwe Game Reserve. The reserves offer private and guided game drives, spa facilities, restaurants 12500 hectares of African... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Ngong Hill, Mabalingwe
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
16.5km from The Bosveld MileNgong Hill Lodge is situated in a 13,000 hectare private nature reserve (Mabalingwe) supporting the big five. A beautiful home (sleeps 6) with breathtaking views of the Waterberg mountains. A game viewing vehicle can be hired, subject to availability... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Makhato 84
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
17km from The Bosveld MileMakhato 84 provides bush lodge self catering accommodation in the Sondela Game Reserve, Bela Bela, in the Waterberg region of Limpopo. This luxurious self catering lodge sleeps up to 8 people. It consists of a main bedroom with a king size bed... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Hornbill Private Lodge
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Bela-Bela - Warmbaths
18.5km from The Bosveld MileHornbill Private Lodge offers a self catering bushveld experience in the Mabalingwe Nature Reserve near Bela-Bela in Limpopo. Hornbill Private Lodge (sleeps 8) is a discreet private lodge situated within the 12,500 hectare big 5 game Mabalingwe Nature... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
