Free State provincial article - South African Vacations

Hiking: The 20 km Likkewaan Hiking Trail, with its abundance of animal and bird life,
passes several historical battle sites and disused diamond diggings. Other trails include the
Buffelskloof, Kruin, Rooihaas (“Red Rabbit”), Boat and Paddle and the Stap en Delf (“Walk
and Dig”) Hiking Trails. There are also several shorter trails.
Khaya Ibhubesi (Home of the Lion): This resort offers you a unique “African” experience
with its rustic log cabins, chalets, traditional Zulu huts and beautiful riverside lodges.
Excellent European and African cuisine is served in the different restaurants on the
premises.
Klein Paradys Christian Camp Resort: This adventure farm borders the Vaal River and has
chalets, caravan and tent stands and facilities for water sports, hiking, abseiling, rock
climbing, as well as a 4x4 route and quad biking facilities.
Mimosa Garden Holiday Resort: The resort has several chalets, a restaurant and all the
usual amenities and sporting facilities.
Mountain-biking: Try the popular Likkewaan Mountain Biking Trail with or without a guide.
Guided tours are available on request. Offtrax, on the Savannah Game Farm, also offers
guided mountain biking tours.
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River-rafting: Parys is one of the most
popular river-rafting venues in the country.
Several companies offer rafting
opportunities for private as well as
corporate groups. Book at Hadeda Creek
(River Tour Safaris), Dimalachite and
Sunwa Ventures, in town. As the river is so
wide at Parys, the rapids increase as the
water rises, causing a 900-m long
continuous rapid dubbed the “Theatre”.