6 tranquil picnic spots in Gauteng Posted by Anita Froneman on 16 September 2021 Picnics are a must in the warmer months of the year. The sun shining brightly, birds chirping cheerfully and your favourite food and drinks: what could be better on a hot summer afternoon? Gauteng residents are fortunate to have a multitude of grassy areas in the province just waiting to be explored. Some of these are well-known and others less so. You might have hiked, cycled or walked your dog in these parks but have you ever just whiled away the hours beneath the shady trees? Pack a basket with delightful eats and treats, invite your loved ones or simply enjoy some alone time. Here are some beautiful picnic spots to try. 1. James and Ethel Gray Park View this post on Instagram #jamesandethelgraypark #jamesandethelgreypark #dogpark #joburg #outdoors #nature #dogwalking #johannesburg #funinjoburg #southafrica joburglifestyle #gooutsideandplay A post shared by joburglifestyleblog (@joburglifestyleblog) on Mar 1, 2019 at 8:30pm PST This park was named after former Johannesburg mayor in 1946, James Gray and his wife Ethel. According to the Rosebank Killarney Gazette, the couple even hosted the royal family when they visited South Africa in 1947. Here, you can kick back and spread out on the rolling hills, take in the stunning city views from a lookout point or enjoy one of the many walkways. Area: Melrose, Johannebsurg Entry: Free 2. Pretoria National Botanical Garden View this post on Instagram . PRETORIA NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDEN 🌿💧 》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》 Photographer: @bizarrephotography01 》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》》 #shoot #photoshoot #photography #freelancephotographer #bizarrephotography01 #southafrica #contactme #bookyourshoot #today #creative #water #waterfall #rocks #flowingwater #waterflowing #beauty #beautiful #bliss #longexposure #lovethisshot #pretoria #pta #pretorianationalbotanicalgardens #botanicalgardens #nature #stillshot #stockphotography A post shared by Bizarre Photography (@bizarrephotography01) on Jun 10, 2019 at 3:00am PDT This oasis of fauna and flora offers a welcome reprieve from the city rush. A birding haven, the gardens contain over 220 bird species. Aside from the indigenous plant species, the area is also home to small mammals like mongoose, scrub hares and duikers. Area: Brummeria, Pretoria Entry: R40 p/p 3. Lethabo Estate View this post on Instagram Picknicking by the river 👑👑👑😊😊😊 A post shared by Ayanda (@ayafancy) on Nov 10, 2019 at 8:07am PST This luxury picnic spot kicks it up a notch. Book a date and choose between a Gourmet, Luxury or Boudoir basket for you and your significant other. Picnics are set up with a mattress, cushions and throws beneath a gazebo on a private stretch of river. Options include vegetarian, vegan and Halaal menus. Area: Lanseria Price: From R595 per basket 4. Kievits Kroon Country Estate View this post on Instagram ✨Until recently, Kievits Kroon had a ‘no children under 14’ policy on the estate. We have changed this policy to allow children to accompany their parents at the hotel as well as in the restaurants and the spa. However, please bear in mind that many of our guests would like to have a peaceful, tranquil getaway and we therefore ask you to ensure that your children are supervised at all times and do not disturb the other guests 👨👩👧👦 👶Pic courtesy of Tanya Coetzee. . . . . . . #kievitskroon #beautifulvenues #pretoriavenues #weddingvenues #visitjoburg #pretoria #visitpretoria #countryescape #traveljozistyle #ilovepretoria #beautifulvenue #conferencing #spabreak #gautengvenues #familyholiday A post shared by Kievits Kroon Country Estate (@kievitskroon) on Feb 18, 2020 at 12:34am PST If you are wanting a luxury picnic and a casual one all in one, this is just the location for you. The pristine estate offers stretched out lawns and enough shade to enjoy a lazy afternoon. Perfect for a date or special occasion, here you can let down your hair and admire the ‘winelands of Gauteng’. Area: Kameeldrift-East, Pretoria Price: R295 per basket 5. Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens View this post on Instagram Hoje foi dia de “turistar” no Jardim Botânico Nacional Walter Sisulu. ☀️ O jardim é lindo e excelente pra um picnic ou trilha! Amamos e com certeza vamos repetir! 😉 . #decapulanaporai #daviporai #familytime #waltersisulubotanicalgardens #waltersisulu #johannesburg #africadosul A post shared by De Capulana Por Ai (@decapulana.porai) on Oct 25, 2020 at 4:34am PDT Another fan-favourite. Relax among the abundant wildlife that inhabit the gardens and you might spot a rare animal. The gardens are home to honey badgers, jackals, rheedbuck and hedgehogs, as well as a breeding pair of Verreaux’s eagles nesting on the cliffs near the waterfall. Area: Brummeria, Pretoria Entry: R60 p/p 6. Delta Park View this post on Instagram Ahh the Jacarandas !!! Beautiful time of year! #Repost @kseniya_ilyashenko with @make_repost A post shared by Delta Park, Johannesburg (@deltaparksa) on Apr 10, 2020 at 3:35pm PDT One of the biggest parks in Johannesburg, it comprises 108 hectares of grassland and woodland, and hosts three tree-lined dams. The Delta Environmental Centre offers a range of courses to adults and children if learning more about wildlife in the area interests you. Area: Victory Park, Johannesburg Entry: Free Picture: Twitter/SANBI_ZA The Ultimate 40 Best Things To Do In Pretoria The Ultimate 50 Best Things To Do In Johannesburg Related Posts 12 sensational Western Cape campsites 30 May 2023 Love camping? So do we. 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