| impopo Province has exceptional beauty of the | | | | solitary hill called Kranskop, believed by locals to be |
| landscapes, the rich cultural heritage that lives on | | | | the burial place of ancient chiefs and by |
| in the legends and traditions, the prolific wildlife | | | | Voortrekkers to be the remnant of an ancient |
| protected in sanctuaries such as the | | | | pyramid; hunting, off-road motorbike rallies and |
| world-renowned Kruger National Park, the | | | | historic as well as farming towns are featured. |
| significant archaeological treasures preserved in | | | | Mokopane (Potgietersrus): |
| reverence and the solid tourism infrastructure and | | | | Beautiful bushveld environment with multi-cultural |
| facilities make the home of the enigmatic Rain | | | | community and historical significance as seen in its |
| Queen, the Limpopo province, a truly magical and | | | | ancient caves and San rock art; enjoy bushveld |
| wonderful space to explore. | | | | food and drink alongside traditional dancing in Big |
| CLIMATE: | | | | Five areas; don't miss the National Heritage Site of |
| Summers are hot, yet pleasant (up to late | | | | Makapan's Valley, one of the most notable |
| twenties/mid-thirties degrees Celsius), although | | | | archaeological and historical sites in the country. |
| Lowveld places like Phalaborwa have been known | | | | The Soutpansberg: |
| to reach 45 degrees Celsius. Winters are dry and | | | | Named after an impressive mountain range, the |
| mild with cool mornings and cold nights compared | | | | area has endless expanses of bush incl. baobab, |
| to warm days. Thunderstorms are common. | | | | great wildlife, a profusion of birds, historical sites |
| SHOPPING: | | | | and exciting adventure opportunities incl. excellent |
| Bead work; Venda art; Big Five souvenirs; | | | | hunting; don't miss Makhado (Louis Trichardt) and |
| wooden carvings and pots; jewellery; traditional | | | | surrounds, Musina (Messina), Thoyoyando & |
| figure chess boards; fruits and nuts; textiles; | | | | Venda and several meanders through areas of |
| batiks; woven carpets; pottery; sheet metal | | | | interest. |
| work; silk-screen prints; sisal mats; candles; date | | | | The Waterberg Savannah Biosphere Reserve: |
| liqueur. | | | | Spectacular, world-renowned wilderness area |
| TOP ATTRACTIONS DESCRIPTION: | | | | offering the ultimate bush and 4x4 experience; |
| African Ivory Route: | | | | visit Lephalale (Ellisras) for hunting, Modimolle |
| For lovers of the African wilderness in untamed | | | | (Nylstroom) for its variety of outdoor recreation |
| form, the 2000km Ivory Route explores the | | | | options and Thabazimbi for hunting and |
| legendary exploits of the early ivory hunters and | | | | eco-tourism. |
| gold traders in an area where large herds of | | | | Tzaneen: |
| elephants still roam today; popular with | | | | Colourful subtropical garden town in the |
| eco-tourists, 4x4 and outdoor adventurers; the | | | | picturesque Letaba district below Magoebaskloof |
| route traverses 5 major mountain ranges and | | | | makes for one of South Africa's most attractive |
| provide exclusive accommodation in 12 scenically | | | | tourist areas; don't miss the Hans Merensky |
| situated camps. | | | | Nature Reserve, the unique Modjadji Cycad |
| Bela-Bela (Warmbaths): | | | | Reserve - home of the legendary Rain Queen, |
| An internationally renowned health and holiday | | | | the Big Baobab tree, Tzaneen Museum and |
| resort ideal for families looking for an invigorating | | | | Tsonga Kraal. |
| escape; hot mineral springs and spa promote | | | | Haenertsburg: |
| healing for ailments such as rheumatism, arthritis, | | | | Picturesque village in the heart of the 'Land of the |
| muscular pains, skin problems and headaches; you | | | | Silver Mist' with some of South Africa's most |
| will also find the largest commercial crocodile farm | | | | beautiful indigenous forests and grasslands and |
| in South Africa as well as game reserves against | | | | home to the annual world-renowned Spring |
| a Bushveld backdrop. | | | | Cherry and Azalea Blossom Festival in September; |
| Springbok Flats: | | | | ideal for bird watching, hiking, fly-fishing, mountain |
| Once the habitat of the springbok, much of the | | | | biking, horse and 4x4 trails; must-sees incl. |
| plains are now carpeted with agricultural fields, but | | | | Magoebaskloof mountain pass, Wolkberg |
| conservationists are re-stocking game at various | | | | Wilderness Area, Woodbush State Forest and |
| private reserves; a famous landmark is the | | | | Ebenezer Dam. |