Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden

The Walter Sisulu National Botanical Garden is a large botanical garden in Roodepoort featuring extensive walking trails through diverse natural zones. The Witpoortjie Waterfall serves as a focal point, and the grounds display a wide range of South African plant species across spacious areas.

The garden was founded in 1982 to protect and make accessible South African plant species. It received its name in honor of Walter Sisulu, a prominent opponent of the apartheid system.

The name honors Walter Sisulu, an anti-apartheid activist whose legacy remains present throughout the space. Visitors encounter interpretive displays and programs that emphasize conservation and the importance of South Africa's plant diversity.

The garden opens daily and is easy to explore on foot; comfortable walking shoes are helpful since the paths are hilly. Water and rest areas are available throughout, making longer visits comfortable.

A pair of eagles nests permanently on the cliffs beside the waterfall, a sign of the site's natural health. This is one reason why bird watchers find an extraordinary variety of species here.

Location: Roodepoort

Inception: 1982

GPS coordinates: -26.08700,27.84000

Latest update: December 8, 2025 19:54