Groot Marico is situated in the North West Province about two and a half hours from Gauteng. A beautifully weird little dorp, made famous by Herman Charles Bosman and named after the clear and uncontaminated waters of the Groot Marico river that runs through fertile valleys, then pass the dorp and hereafter opens up into agricultural plains.

• Of note to visit is the Information Centre in the main road. They will also be able to direct you to the Bosman Living Museum where an exact replica was erected of the little school house where Bosman taught whilst in the Marico area. To contact the Information Centre, Call Santa at 083 272 2958
• There is a lovely little restaurant in the main road, called Twist of Lime that will serve you well over weekends. To book call Louise at 082 819 4204.
• Close by, Cafe Verre specialises in glass products, mosaic and stained glass windows. Contact Ed or Pauline at 076 420 1523

For more information, visit the Marico website