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Buffalo gathered at a feeding trough in open bushveld at Goldfields Game Ranch.

Game Drives at Goldfields

Into the Free State Grasslands.

Head out across Goldfields and experience the open Free State grassland landscape, wildlife and changing light of the ranch from a different perspective.

The Experience

See the Ranch from a Different Perspective.

A game drive offers the opportunity to move through the Goldfields landscape, take in the open grasslands and experience the wildlife and scenery that form part of the ranch.

No two drives need feel exactly the same — the landscape, wildlife and light change with the time and conditions.

Open Free State grassland at Goldfields under a wide blue sky.

The Landscape

Open Grasslands. Big Skies.

Goldfields sits in open Free State grassland, where the land runs far enough to give a real sense of space and the light shifts through the course of the day.

It is a working ranch environment rather than a formal reserve, and the drive follows the land as it is — grassland, sky and the quiet of the surroundings.

Wildlife at Goldfields

What You May Encounter.

Wildlife sightings vary from drive to drive, but the ranch is home to a variety of animals and birdlife that visitors may encounter along the way.

  • Antelope & buck
  • Buffalo
  • Giraffes
  • Lions
  • Blue wildebeest
  • Birdlife
Two giraffes standing in the open grassland at Goldfields Game Ranch.
A pale antelope with long curved horns standing in green grassland at Goldfields Game Ranch.
Buffalo grazing in the grassland beneath a cloudy sky at Goldfields Game Ranch.
A giraffe walking through the grassland beside thorn trees at Goldfields.

Golden Hour

Stay for the Sunset.

As the light changes across the Free State grasslands, the end of the day brings another side of Goldfields into view.

Plan Your Drive

Ready to Head Out?

Game drives can be arranged in advance, and visitors can also enquire at the Goldfields bar for the latest information.

Get in touch and the team will let you know what is possible around your visit.

Guests seated in the open Goldfields Game Ranch game-viewing vehicle in the grassland.

Good to Know

Game Drive Questions.

Helpful information for planning a game drive at Goldfields.

How can I arrange a game drive?

Game drives can be arranged in advance. You can also enquire or book at the bar.

What wildlife might I see?

Sightings vary from drive to drive, but visitors may encounter antelope and buck species, buffalo, giraffes, lions, blue wildebeest and birdlife.

Are wildlife sightings guaranteed?

No. Wildlife moves naturally around the ranch, so sightings vary from one drive to another.

Where do the game drives take place?

Game drives take visitors through the Goldfields ranch and its Free State grassland setting.

Can I enquire about a game drive when I arrive?

Yes. Visitors can enquire at the Goldfields bar for current game drive information.

Explore Goldfields

Experience the Ranch for Yourself.

Get in touch with Goldfields to enquire about a game drive and plan your time on the ranch.