Waterhole · Pilanesberg National Park
Malatse Dam, Pilanesberg
Malatse Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Dithabaneng, about 5 km from Manyane Gate.
About Malatse Dam
Malatse Dam is a peaceful birding and wildlife stop in Pilanesberg, featuring a hide positioned on a small island in the dam. The area is particularly rewarding for birdwatching, with African fish eagles, ducks and cormorants among the species that may be seen.
Where to find Malatse Dam
Malatse Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Dithabaneng, about 5 km from Manyane Gate. See exactly where it is on the map, and navigate to it, in the opspoor app.
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Habitat around Malatse Dam
Dam by Dithabaneng (dams and rivers): Permanent open water: dams, lakes and flowing rivers.
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Nearby waterholes, hides and camps
- Malatse Dam Bird HideBird Hide
- Dithabaneng DamWaterhole
- Mothala Picnic SpotPicnic Spot
- Tilodi DamWaterhole
- Tilodi Dam Bird HideBird Hide
- Bosele Children's CampBush Camp
- Manyane ResortLodge
Malatse Dam questions
Where is Malatse Dam?
Malatse Dam is a waterhole in Pilanesberg National Park, 150 m off the Dithabaneng, about 5 km from Manyane Gate.
Which road is Malatse Dam on?
Malatse Dam is about 150 m off the Dithabaneng.
What animals can you see at Malatse Dam?
Malatse Dam sits in dams and rivers, which suits african darter, african fish eagle, african helmeted terrapin, african pygmy goose and black heron.
Can I use opspoor at Malatse Dam without signal?
Yes. Signal in Pilanesberg National Park can be patchy, and opspoor works fully offline: you can see sightings you've already loaded and log your own, which sync when you're back in range.
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