This fruit-growing corner of Mpumalanga is jam packed with things to see and do, best known of which is visiting the Kruger National Park. But you’ll find plenty to see and do once you’ve had your fill of game drives.
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This fruit-growing corner of Mpumalanga is jam packed with things to see and do, best known of which is visiting the Kruger National Park. But you’ll find plenty to see and do once you’ve had your fill of game drives. And the good news is, White River is outside of the malaria area, so if you’re not doing the Kruger you won’t need to take the anti-malarial meds for a White River weekend away. White River is close enough to the towns of Sabie, Graskop, Hazyview and Nelspruit to work well as a base from which to explore most of the Mpumalanga province.
White River Attractions
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Wildlife destinations in Mpumalanga
Kruger National Park - the ultimate draw card for those visiting White River, the Kruger is around the size of Wales and show cases the real Africa with its incredible, diverse bushveld and game.Enjoy a self-drive or as a guided tour, or try a walking safari, mountain bike trail or self-drive 4x4 trail.
Elephant Whispers in Hazyview offers the extraordinary opportunity to learn about and interact with their herd of elephants.
Chimp Eden is a 1000 hectare game reserve which is home to chimpanzees that have been misplaced from their natural habitat. The world renowned Jane Goodall Institute has made this tranquil venue their South African sanctuary and has committed itself to the rescue and care of chimpanzees in need of refuge.
Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is a haven for the rehabilitation and care of sick and injured animals and birds which, once healthy enough, are re-introduced into their natural environment.
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Outdoor destinations in Mpumalanga
Panorama Route featuring the Blyde River Canyon with its spectacular mountain scenery and panoramic views over the escarpment. The 25,000 hectare Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve starts at ‘The Pinnacle’ and follows a winding path for 26 kilometres via ‘God’s Window’, ‘Lowveld View’, ‘Wonder View’ and ‘Bourke’s Luck Potholes’ to the ‘Three Rondawels’. It is the third largest canyon in the world with a drop of 800m (half a mile), the second largest canyon in Africa and the only green canyon in the world boasting a rich diversity of plants.
Lowveld Botanical Gardens. Located in Nelspruit this beautiful 159 hectare garden is dominated by rugged, rocky river scenery and is home to over 600 naturally occurring plant species and a further 2000 that have been introduced to the garden. There is also a charming tea garden or our guests can take one of our picnic hampers with them.
Uplands Festival features live theatre, a country market, children's entertainment, a food and drink marquee with live music and a jazz festival. It takes place in May each year.
InniBos is an arts festival hosting music, theatre, cabaret, children’s theatre, literature and the visual arts which takes place in Nelspruit every June.
Hops Hollow Brewery is a microbrewery situated at the highest point of the Long Tom Pass between Sabie and Lydenburg. Beer brewed at Hops Hollow combines the brewer’s experience, scientific background and artistic flair with a passion for his craft.
Thanks to umSisi House for the above information on White River in the beautiful province of Mpumalanga.
Our Portfolio of White River Accommodation
Stay in one of our White River accommodation establishments near to the Kruger National Park to enjoy the Kruger and everything else the region has to offer. We have White River Guest Houses, Manor Homes and Self Catering cottages, so whichever kind of holiday appeals to you, you’ll find the ideal place to lay your head, and from which to discover the surrounding area.
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