When you hear of the Waterberg, you know that you’re headed to a wonderful part of the country. You can say it’s a game lodge area, and the cool thing about it is that for many South Africans, it’s an easy drive. It’s about 2 hours from Pretoria and Johannesburg.
Tzaneen is a lush, subtropical town in Limpopo. It’s known for its misty mountains and its surrounding avocado and banana farms as well as its beautiful indigenous forests. Visitors to the Limpopo town are attracted to Magoebaskloof and the stunning crystal-clear waterfalls, nature reserves and the gateway access to the Kruger National Park.
Bela-Bela is a popular holiday destination, possibly because of its soothing natural hot springs, but also because of its warm climate and wonderful bushveld atmosphere. It’s particularly popular with Gautengers who can reach it easily.
Mabalingwe Nature Reserve offers its visitors beautiful bushveld and abundant wildlife, and for Gautengers, it’s just an hour or so from Pretoria and Johannesburg. The reserve also offers lots of activities, and it appeals to single travellers, couples, families and groups. Its relaxed atmosphere and broad range of accommodation options ensure that Mabalingwe remains a top choice for anyone looking for an authentic bush experience.
Thabazimbi is a town in Limpopo province, lying at the foot of the Waterberg Mountains. It is surrounded by scenic bushveld and many game reserves and is also the gateway to the Marakele National Park. It’s a great destination for nature enthusiasts and safari-goers and to this end, it offers its visitors plenty of superb accommodation. One of these is Marula Cottage Guest Lodge.
Welgevonden Game Reserve is situated in the beautiful Waterberg region of the Limpopo Province, within the UNESCO-designated Waterberg Biosphere Reserve. It’s a malaria-free area and offers guests some amazing lodges. Makweti Safari Lodge is one of these.
The Klaserie Private Nature Reserve is one of South Africa’s most pristine wilderness areas. It offers a wonderful safari experience within the Greater Kruger National Park. It’s known for its vast, unfenced landscapes that allow wildlife to roam freely. You can encounter the Big 5 as well. The peaceful atmosphere and remote setting ensure a splendid, tranquil experience.
