Mpumalanga - Limpopo

Travel Guide
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Lying in the northeast of South Africa is a province of great geographical diversity, also known as “Big Game Country” for its wildlife and safaris.

Journey through Mpumalanga province, an environment of mountains, forests, steep valleys, rivers and waterfalls, where big game roam and outdoor sports are pursued. See a colossal river canyon and one of the world’s most famous game reserves. Camp out in the bush, track lions and leopards and climb or hike through rugged terrain.

Mpumalanga has two contrasting regions: the mountain peaks and high plateau grasslands of Highveld and the bush-clad plains of Lowveld. Visit Blyde River Canyon and marvel at how the forces of nature have gouged out this huge chasm. Trek along the valley floor and organize a whitewater rafting trip on the river. 

Take the Panorama Route through the mountainous area known as the Escarpment. From different viewpoints soak up the scenery, including Bourke’s Luck Potholes, smooth cylindrical holes carved into the rock by water. Check out the large rock formations known as the Three Rondavels.

Enjoy wildlife with a visit to Mpumalanga. Covering nearly 4.9 million acres (2 million hectares), Kruger National Park is the biggest national park and game reserve in South Africa. Drive around on your own or sign up for a guided open-safari-vehicle tour. See South Africa’s Big Five: lions, leopards, elephants, buffaloes and rhinos. Stay in a luxury lodge or spend the night in a safari tent. 

This inland province is predominantly a wilderness with no large cities. There are, however, numerous villages and small towns dotted around the place. Graskop is a mountain village close to the Panorama Route and its spectacular sights. Spend time in Sabie, a small forestry town that’s surrounded by countryside and has a number of very close waterfalls. From here you can organize hiking and climbing trips and adventure sports activities. 

It is served by Kruger Mpumalanga Airport that connects to several South African cities, including Cape Town and Johannesburg.

Where to stay in Mpumalanga - Limpopo

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Flora Park

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Flora Park and surrounding area, you can visit Peter Mokaba Stadium and Mall of the North.

Flora Park
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Balfour

If you're spending some time in Balfour, Balfour Stadium is a top sight worth visiting.

Balfour
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Ystervarkfontein

If you're spending some time in Ystervarkfontein, Dinokeng Game Reserve is a top sight worth visiting.

Ystervarkfontein
Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites
Kruger Shalati - Train on the Bridge and Garden Suites
4.5 out of 5
Selati Bridge, Kruger National Park, Skukuza, Mpumalanga
The price is P42,446 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
P42,446
P49,301 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Skukuza. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free valet parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (91 reviews)
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Reviewed on Nov 1, 2024

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Kruger Gate Hotel
Kruger Gate Hotel
4 out of 5
Paul Kruger Gate, Portia Shabangu Road, Skukuza, Mpumalanga
The price is P16,523 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
P16,523
P19,001 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 21 - Nov 22
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Skukuza. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (421 reviews)
"This is my favourite hotel to stay at before entering The Kruger. I love everything about it."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2024

Kruger Gate Hotel
ANEW Hotel Highveld eMalahleni
ANEW Hotel Highveld eMalahleni
3 out of 5
Corner of Mandela Dr. and Woltemade St., Emalahleni, Mpumalanga
The price is P2,718 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
P2,718
P3,177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Emalahleni. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions St. Georges Park and ...
7.8/10 Good! (68 reviews)
"👍"

Reviewed on Oct 8, 2022

ANEW Hotel Highveld eMalahleni
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Zur Alten Mine
Zur Alten Mine
3 out of 5
Farm Graskop KT 564 R532, Graskop, Mpumalanga
Stay at this 3-star cottage in Graskop. Enjoy free WiFi, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions God's Window and Graskop library are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Quaint and quiet property on the outskirts of Graskop. Host was lovely and gracious and welcoming, and provided us with helpful insights for seeing the surrounding area and a great recommendation for a bar/restaurant that was off the beaten track (the "Chubby Pig"). We had a whole "cottage" to ourselves ..."

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2024

Zur Alten Mine
Log Cabin & Settlers Village
Log Cabin & Settlers Village
3 out of 5
Louis Trichardt Avenue, Graskop, Mpumalanga
Stay at this 3-star cabin in Graskop. Enjoy free parking, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Popular attractions God's Window and Graskop library are located ...
8/10 Very Good! (14 reviews)
"Quiet, private parking, safe, park like setting. Clean and very spacious"

Reviewed on Sep 18, 2024

Log Cabin & Settlers Village
Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
3.5 out of 5
Strathmore Farm 207, Nkomazi, Mpumalanga
Stay at this 3.5-star spa aparthotel in Nkomazi. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa.
9/10 Wonderful! (15 reviews)
"Nice friendly helpful staff, not the best view from our lodge it was sugar cane field and a petrol station. Sofa beds aren’t great it was like sleeping on the floor."

Reviewed on May 5, 2024

Nkomazi Kruger Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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