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Self-catering Accommodation, Self Game Drives, Nature Trails for walking, birding, trail running and mountain biking

24/10/2026

🦒 Little Legs, Big Adventures!

Did you know that a baby giraffe is called a calf? These adorable little giants are already around 1.8 metres tall at birth and can stand and walk within just a few hours!

Despite their long legs and wobbly first steps, they quickly learn to keep up with their mothers. 🌿

A lovely glimpse of these gentle giants at Fountainhill Estate! 💚

🎥 Video captured by Nazeera Khan.

22/10/2026

A wonderful wildlife moment captured at Fountainhill Estate! 🌿🦅

A group of Yellow-billed Kites (Milvus migrans) gather beside a puddle on a warm day, with one swooping in to join the others. These graceful raptors are a wonderful sight around the estate and are just one example of the incredible birdlife found at Fountainhill.

📸 Photo by Rowan Schultz

20/10/2026

🐍 Slithering into Action at Fountainhill Estate!

Think snakes are slow? Think again! Watch this incredible African Rock Python show just how quickly it can move when it wants to! 👀

One of Africa’s largest snake species, these powerful reptiles play an important role in maintaining the balance of our ecosystem.

🎥 Wait until the end – you won't believe how fast it moves!

📹 Videos by Derek Johnson and Nazeera Khan.

16/10/2026

🦓 Did you know?

Every zebra has a unique stripe pattern, much like a human fingerprint! No two zebras have exactly the same stripes. Scientists believe the stripes may also help deter biting flies and make it harder for predators to single out an individual when zebras move together in a herd.

A little zebra magic at Fountainhill Estate! 🌿🦓

Photo by Derek Johnson

12/10/2026

A magnificent Grey-Crowned Crane lifts off across the grasslands at Fountainhill Estate, showing off its impressive wingspan and graceful flight. 🌿✨

These beautiful birds are always a special sight to see as they move between feeding grounds and their roosting areas.

📍 Fountainhill Estate – where every walk can bring a moment like this.

Photographed by Scarlett Stromer

08/10/2026

🌅 A Misty Morning at Fountainhill Estate 🌿

A beautiful sunrise over one of our dams, with a soft blanket of mist adding a magical touch to the morning. As the first light breaks through the mist and reflects across the water, the estate takes on a peaceful, almost dreamlike atmosphere.

There’s nothing quite like a misty morning in the Midlands. 💚

Photograph by Derek Johnson

05/10/2026

Beautiful waterbuck standing tall amongst the long grass at Fountainhill Estate. 🌿🦌

With their distinctive white ring around the rump, waterbuck are one of the striking antelope species found around the estate. Moments like this show just how closely nature surrounds us here at Fountainhill.

Photo taken by Derek Johnson

01/10/2026

A beautiful Yellow-billed Kite (Milvus migrans) captured in a striking moment at Fountainhill Estate. With its wings spread and ready for take-off, this impressive raptor makes a wonderful subject against the clear blue sky. 🌿🦅

Our estate is home to an incredible variety of birdlife, making every outing an opportunity to spot something special.

📸 Photo by Rowan Schultz

23/09/2026

🌿 Join us for the 10th Fountainhill Research Symposium! 🌿

We’re excited to welcome researchers, presenters, nature enthusiasts and anyone interested in conservation and research to Fountainhill Estate on 14–15 October 2026.

Come and connect, share knowledge and learn about the latest research taking place in our natural environment. 🌱🔬

Address

R614, Main Road
Wartburg
3233

Opening Hours

Monday	07:00 - 15:30
Tuesday	07:00 - 16:00
Wednesday	07:00 - 16:00
Thursday	07:00 - 16:00
Friday	07:00 - 16:00
Saturday	07:00 - 16:00

Website

http://www.fountainhill.co.za/

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