The western side of the province lies the more sedate Waterberg massif. Once a sphere of cattle farming and hunting, the area in the last two decades has altered into a region dedicated to wildlife conservation, becoming a UNESCO Biosphere and - unlike the eastern part - offers malaria-free Big-Five game viewing.
Although the Limpopo Province (Northern Province) seems to take a second place to its southern neighbour, Mpumalanga in the safari stakes, many believe that the northern region has so much more to offer with the less crowded and wilder part of the Kruger National Park into it. It is named after the great Limpopo River that flows along its northern border. This province is rich in wildlife, spectacular scenery and a wealth of historical and cultural treasures.
The Limpopo Province is sparsely populated, with many interesting cultural destinations. You could visit the sacred grove of cycads, which have been guarded by the queen of the Lobedu people for centuries. And, deep in the forests of Venda, a sacred lake holds unfathomable secrets. Young girls dance snake-like to the beat of a sacred drum and large forests jealously guard their sacred trees.
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Kapama Game Reserve Beautifully set on 13 000 hectares of prime 'Big Five' country in the Valley of the Olifants, near the Kruger National Park, Kapama enjoys panoramic views of the nearby Drakensberg Mountains, and is 20km from Hoedspruit Airport.>>
Royal Malewane Royal Malewane is situated adjacent to the Kruger National Park and 42km from Hoedspruit Airport, and 250km from Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport. >>
Thornybush Game Reserve Situated on 11 500 hectares of pristine African bushveld in the Olifants Valley near Hoedspruit, adjacent to the Timbavati Game Reserve, bordering the Kruger National Park.. It is 25km from Hoedspruit Airport. >>
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Motswari Private Game Reserve Situated deep in the Timbavati Private Game Reserve lies Motswari Private Game Reserve. It is part of the Greater Kruger National Park Conservancy and traversing close on 200 square kilometres of pristine habitat.>>
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Ingwe Game Lodge Located in the heart of the Limpopo Province bushveld, and 60km from the Hoedspruit Airport, the Ingwe Game Lodge is situated in the 'Big Five' Edeni Private Game Reserve. >>
Mabula Private Game Lodge Situated in the Mabula Game Reserve, in the Limpopo Province, only 2 hours north of Johannesburg and 200km from the Johannesburg International Airport. >>
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But its not all myth and magic. There are some very tangible attractions. Wildlife sanctuaries … sparkling trout waters … hot mineral springs … the Limpopo Province is a source of endless fascination. Nowadays, vast plantations of coffee, tea and citrus cover the northern areas as you cross the Tropic of Capricorn. Much of the landscape is lovingly preserved in private nature reserves, including wilder portions of the world famous Kruger National Park. The Olifants River, which flows into the Park, is a fantastic white water river and you can join a day trip or an overnight excursion. The hiking is fantastic too, taking you through large tracts of indigenous forest.
Near Tzaneen, beautiful rivers flow through fantastic afromontane forests, while a whole range of wonderfully delicious tropical fruits grows in the valleys.
Unspoilt wilderness areas contrast with modern, sophisticated resorts and cities in a land of legend and romance.
Birding / Botanical South Africa has one of the widest diversity of bird types in the world, boasting more than 900 different species and is very...
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Family Adventure Southern Africa offers outstanding value for families. Some destinations and establishments cater more fully for the enjoyment...
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Fishing SA has abundant inland fishing opportunities in many parts of the country making a fisherman's paradise. This pastime is more...
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Kruger Park Safari Actually referred to as The Greater Kruger National Park, this destination comprises of the Kruger National Park, its private...
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Photography The Southern African region is the world's greatest array of plant and animal life, but most spectacular are the diverse natural...
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