The province of Mpumalanga in South Africa is known as the “Place of the rising sun”, Mpumalanga attracts its visitors through its magnificent landscapes, large game reserves and captivating tribal legends. In addition to researching the stories behind the 1870 gold rush era, there are ample opportunities for animal watching, bird watching, hiking, horseback riding, and trout fishing.
Don’t miss the spectacular Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon, Bourke’s Lucky Potholes, and God’s Window to truly appreciate the immense natural beauty of this province.
WEATHER:
Lowveld areas experience a very hot and humid summer, with winters that have nice warm days and cool nights. Highveld areas experience hot summers and cold to very cold winters, with snow at times. The province enjoys a summer shower, which typically sees thunderstorms in the late afternoon. In the summer months, violent hailstorms occur with some frequency.
PURCHASES:
Shopping malls, antique shops, arts and crafts markets and art galleries abound, as well as street vendors and stalls. Good buys include Lowveld fruit, coffee and tea, local crafts, hand-woven rugs, carvings, and leather crafts.
DESCRIPTION OF THE MAIN TEN ATTRACTIONS:
Highland meander
This is a nature lover’s paradise, with many different activities to do, such as excellent rock climbing, spectacular displays of wild flowers, and some of the rarest birds on the subcontinent. In this region there are also walks through the valley and the Loskop Dam.
Cosmos:
The area features farms and a backdrop of open grasslands, valleys and low hills. In late summer, the meadows bloom with cosmos flowers of different colors. Ideal as an excellent scenic route to destinations further east, it is also home to the Graceland Casino complex.
Wetlands:
A prime site for birding in southern Africa, Wakkerstroom offers bird watchers 29 species of birds that are endemic or near-endemic to the region. The exceptional beauty of the region in its hills and deep valleys and its mild climate also make it an ideal center for hikers, hang gliders, mountain bikers and fishermen.
Pilgrim’s Rest:
The entire city has been declared a national monument, a true open-air museum and a perfect replica of a mining town during the gold rush of the late 19th century. The original architecture of the city remains largely unchanged and is geared towards tourism, with most of the historic buildings housing shops, restaurants, craft centers, accommodation, etc.
Sabie Falls:
The Sabie area is blessed with many waterfalls. Some of the most popular and famous waterfalls include Sabie, Horseshoe, Bridal Veil, Loan Creek, Maria Shires, Mac Mac Pools, and Twin Stream Mac Mac Falls.
The Lowveld:
The Lowveld offers the tourist a unique African experience with its many wildlife reserves, whether privately or nationally owned. All of the Lowveld’s game species, particularly the larger animals, as well as numerous species of birds, can be viewed and photographed in a natural setting.
Kruger National Park:
This famous park is one of the most popular tourist attractions in South Africa, it covers a huge area, has 16 different ecosystems and has an almost pristine natural environment. Visitors can take many of the daily tours to see the “Big Five” (elephant, leopard, lion, rhino, buffalo) in their natural habitat. Accommodation to suit all requirements is available both inside and outside the park boundaries. You can also access the park through the eight gates open to the public. A must for game viewing lovers.
The panoramic panoramic route:
This region has some of the most beautiful scenery in South Africa, starting from the town of Graskop leading north along the edge of the escarpment to the Blyde River Canyon which is the third largest canyon in the world and the canyon largest green in the world. The immense 26km ravine is spectacular and visitors can also take a fascinating walk through the indigenous jungle that is located near the town.
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve:
This reserve covers more than 22,000ha and is home to plants, birds and animals, including leopards, baboons, lynxes, wild pigs and antelopes. Visitors can walk on the dam wall, which is 72 m high, or take a cruise on the dam. There are also numerous trails for walking.
God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes:
Another beautiful place to go and see the Panorama is the God’s Window – this lookout is located on the edge of the escarpment and offers great views of the Lowveld 1000m below, as well as the rainforest covered mountains, which you can explore. walking. path. Bourke’s luck potholes are deep cylindrical cavities formed by the swirling action of pebble-laden flood waters. Numerous hiking trails suitable for all types of visitors abound.
