Blyde River Canyon, Bourkes Luck Potholes, The Three Rondavels, Mac Mac Falls, Long Tom Pass, God’s Window – evocative names for the dramatic scenery of the Lowveld escarpment.
To the west of Kruger Park, this area is magnificent touring or walking country. Take lunch at Pilgrims Rest, the historic gold mining village; pan for gold too, if you wish. Among the many other activities on offer here are hot-air ballooning, horse-riding, river-rafting, quad-biking and, of course, game-viewing in the Kruger Park.
The main town in the area is Hazyview, but it is barely a town. Its centre is a small shopping mall near an open-air market, with the rest of it spread over a pretty wide area. The location is ideal: just ten minutes from Kruger Park, an hour’s drive to Pilgrims Rest and the scenic attractions of Blyde River Canyon, and Kruger Nelspruit airport is an hour due south. Most of the Lowveld country hotels are within twenty minutes drive of Hazyview.
A two or three night stay at one of our hand-picked country hotels will make a relaxing start to your holiday.
Cape Town, Safari & Victoria Falls
Itinerary Highlights
- Visit the majestic Victoiria Falls from Zambia
- Embark on thrilling game drives in the Sabi Sand Reserve
- Search for Africa's big cats and the big five with wildlife guides
- Reach the top of Table Mountain and meet the penguins of Boulder Beach
Jatinga Country Lodge
Jatinga Country Lodge is everything a 5-star country retreat in South Africa should be, offering tranquillity, fine dining, charming hospitality, and luxurious accommodation.The White River runs through its magnificent gardens and you can enjoy a sundowner on the elevated deck overlooking the river while observing the birdlife - the lodge has its own checklist of 98 birds.Jatinga’s private o...
Rissington Inn
Just outside Hazyview and 10 minutes from Kruger Park, is a friendly, affordable, four-star country lodge with long views over the Sabie River Valley.Owner Chris Harvie is the perfect host, but, more than that, he’s got a great sense of humour. He has built up a wonderful team, and we must mention Melanie and Anton, who look after you extremely well. Our clients have passed many a happy even...
Tanamera
Tanamera is a luxurious, owner-run lodge, deep in the lowveld forest with breathtaking scenery, and high standards of cuisine and service.AccommodationThe four secluded chalets are surrounded by unspoilt, indigenous bush, and their spectacular setting and views ensure a relaxing, peaceful stay. The chalets feature stone baths, king-size beds, waterfall showers, fireplaces and private decks from wh...
Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge
Oliver's Restaurant and Lodge is an Austrian style manor, overlooking the first green of the 18-hole championship White River Golf Course, just 25 kilometres from the Kruger National Park, in Mpumalanga.The main areas have a warm and welcoming lounge, bar with fire place, well-stocked wine cellar and the award winning restaurant serving Continental and Mediterranean dishes.There is a pool, in-...
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