Magoebaskloof

Magoebaskloof is a mountain pass along the R71 road in Limpopo that winds through steep sections requiring careful driving. The route carries traffic through forested terrain with significant elevation changes across its full length.

The area was home to the Tlou people under Chief Makgoba before Afrikaans-speaking settlers arrived in the Tzaneen region. European settlement later prompted the development of the mountain pass road that serves the region today.

The pass incorporates thirteen platforms connected by steel cables, enabling visitors to observe native wildlife and vegetation from elevated positions.

During rain and fog, drivers should reduce speed and use headlights to navigate safely through the winding sections. Road conditions can change quickly, so checking local weather before traveling is a good idea.

The pass serves as a popular mountain biking destination where riders descend through tea plantations and forests with significant elevation change. The combination of steep terrain and natural surroundings makes it an adventure beyond just driving through.

Location: Limpopo

Elevation above the sea: 909 m

Address: Magoebaskloof, South Africa

GPS coordinates: -23.85000,30.03330

Latest update: December 6, 2025 17:40