The Magaliesberg mountains above the valley

Vultures, often seen circling near the Hartbeesfontein vulture restaurant

Magaliesberg Valley Conservancy

A voluntary association of members with a heart for conserving the natural beauty of the Skeerpoort Valley, between the Magaliesberg and the Witwatersberg.

Since 2009First registered with the North West Conservancy Association

Two mountain rangesBetween the Magaliesberg and the Witwatersberg

Vultures overheadCape and white-backed vultures from the nearby vulture restaurant

Open to membersLandowners, business owners and legal tenants in the area

our story

Our goals

The Magaliesberg Valley Conservancy is a voluntary association of members with a heart for conserving the natural beauty of our area. The Conservancy lies between the Magaliesberg and Witwatersberg mountains, encompasses the Skeerpoort Valley, and extends over parts of De Rust, Broederstroom and Hartbeeshoek.

We raise awareness, promote sustainable practices, support and start conservation projects, and raise funds for these aims. We were first registered with the North West Conservancy Association in 2009, and in December 2025 our registration was updated and our map extended.

Landowners, business owners and legal tenants within the Conservancy area are welcome to join. Not sure if you are in the area? Have a look at our zone map or email us at info@magaliesbergvalley.org.

To work in harmony with those who live and work within the Conservancy borders, as well as those who visit.

To encourage good stewardship of our environment by all who make use of it.

To collaborate in efforts to conserve its natural beauty and biodiversity.

To safeguard this heritage for all who enjoy and benefit from it now, as well as for future generations.

GOOD TO KNOW

Main points

Protecting our water

The valley has no municipal water and relies on boreholes, so we have appealed two gold prospecting applications in Skeerpoort to protect our aquifers, rivers and roads.

Appeals still in process

Become a member

Download the membership application form in English or Afrikaans from our website, or email us if you are not sure whether you fall within the Conservancy.

English and Afrikaans forms

Discover the valley

Breathtaking views and peaceful surroundings, bird watching, hiking and biking trails, hot air ballooning, unique accommodation, artisanal crafts, cheese making and good places to eat.

The Skeerpoort Valley

a look around