- Hoedspruit
This is the wildlife hub of South Africa and close to the Kruger National Park.
- Phalaborwa
Phalaborwa is one of the hottest cities in South Africa. It is also a popular gateway into the Kruger National Park.
- Tzaneen
This is an exceptionally beautiful part of the world where fantastic fruits grow in abundance and nature reigns supreme.
- Pietersburg
Pietersburg is the capital of the northern province.
- Punda Maria and Makuleke
A community project that preserves our natural heritage for all to enjoy.
- Messina
Messina is the most northern bushveld town in South Africa and just 12 kms from the Beit Bridge border post.
Vaalwater
This small town lies at the heart of the northern Waterberg. Major conservation areas and game farms are located within easy reach, and there are a number of bush hiking trails and some excellent wilderness horse riding available.
Leaders in conservation
The Waterberg lies to the west of the N1 and stretches for 150 km from Thabazimbi to Lapalala River. This is a unique area in South Africa. Its beauty lies in its mountain gorges, clear streams and rolling hills which are rich with indigenous species of flora and fauna. The mountains are steeped in history with many rock art and geological sites. Once a lake and swampland area, the plateau now supports a diverse amount of vegetation and wildlife as well as some of the country’s leading conservation projects. About 20% of the Waterberg is now under formal conservation management. This project is under private management – the Waterberg Conservancy is an association of landowners who have dedicated their efforts to re-establishing and conserving endangered species and habitats. Approximately 6 000 square kilometers of the Waterberg has been turned into a conservation area with elephants, white rhino, leopard and buffalo as local residents. There are over 300 bird species listed - a bird watcher’s paradise. Its history dates back to the Stone Age and features significantly in the country's cultural and sociopolitical development. Towns in the area are home to different clans of the Bapedi, Tswana and Basotho tribes as well as descendants of the Voortrekkers.
The Waterberg lies to the west of the N1 and stretches for 150 km from Thabazimbi to Lapalala River. This is a unique area in South Africa. Its beauty lies in its mountain gorges, clear streams and rolling hills which are rich with indigenous species of flora and fauna. The mountains are steeped in history with many rock art and geological sites. Once a lake and swampland area, the plateau now supports a diverse amount of vegetation and wildlife as well as some of the country’s leading conservation projects. About 20% of the Waterberg is now under formal conservation management. This project is under private management – the Waterberg Conservancy is an association of landowners who have dedicated their efforts to re-establishing and conserving endangered species and habitats. Approximately 6 000 square kilometers of the Waterberg has been turned into a conservation area with elephants, white rhino, leopard and buffalo as local residents. There are over 300 bird species listed - a bird watcher’s paradise. Its history dates back to the Stone Age and features significantly in the country's cultural and sociopolitical development. Towns in the area are home to different clans of the Bapedi, Tswana and Basotho tribes as well as descendants of the Voortrekkers.
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Kick back and relax after a day out exploring Lesotho.
(Ficksburg,Free State)
A good overnight stop.
(Ermelo,Mpumalanga)
They are near the Blyde River Canyon and not far from the Kruger Park.
(Hoedspruit,Limpopo)
Kammanassie backpackers in Uniondale can be found on a road less travelled, and therefore a good alternative to the N2 zoom.
(Uniondale,Route 62)
A Big Five Reserve that offers lessons…
(Grahamstown,)
This Ballito backpackers is hidden away in the trees above Shaka's Rock beach, this is close to a surf spot of note.
(Ballito and Shaka's Rock,Zululand)
A - framed huts await your coming.
(Kosi Bay,Zululand)
A backpackers in the centre of Barrydale.
(Barrydale,Route 62)
Travellers Inn is in Rustenburg, conveniently situated for access to the Magaliesberg, Sterkfontein, Plilanesberg and Sun City.
(Rustenburg and surrounds,North West Province)
Situated in a wing of the George Hotel, Zululand Backpackers offers comfortable good value for money accommodation.
(Eshowe,Zululand)
