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Attractions:

Hazyview the Gateway to the Kruger National Park & the Panorama Route.

Hazyview is known as the adventure centre of Mpumalanga and has many activities to offer visitors.

The town is a hive of activity in season as visitors from all over South Africa and the world flock here to tour the area.

There are a variety of restaurants, malls and cultural experiences in the area. Businesses are mostly directed at tourism, however the town provides a well-rounded infrastructure which caters to all requirements.

Our Travel Packages.

From enjoying the Kruger National Park, to discovering Bourke’s Luck, The Shangana Village and the Blyde Canyon, our packages are ideal for a fun romantic getaway, or for a fun family experience!

Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve.

Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve is an area of Natural Phenomena. It is the largest Green Canyon in the world due to its lush subtropical foliage, with the deepest precipitous cliffs of any canyon on the planet.

One of the most-visited attractions in South Africa, the Blyde River Canyon is 26 kilometres in length and is, on average, around 800m deep. The dam itself, when full, is at an altitude of 665m (2182 feet).

The Blyde River Canyon Reserve extends along the Blyde River Canyon’s winding path, which at every turn offers more and more impressive views over sheer edges droper personing 800m into the riverbed.

Blyde River Canyon Reserve is situated against the Greater Drakensberg escarpment and includes natural wonders such as:

The Three Rondavels.

At the northern end of the mighty Drakensberg Range, and standing sentry at one end of the Blyde River Canyon is the most famous – and photographed – attraction in the region, the Three Rondavels.The harder rock layers on top eroded slower than the underlying softer layers of stone, which resulted in rock formations which resemble African rondavels.

The view point is spectacular. From here one looks over the canyon to the Three Rondavels on the other side of the northern edges of the Drakensberg range of mountains. An outlook that is overwhelmingly beautiful and deserves more than a moment’s respite.

The Pinnacle.

The Pinnacle Rock is a massive quartzite rock that erupts from the earth’s surface and reaches some 30 metres in height. It is a freestanding rock that towers over the dense indigenous forest of Driekop Gorge in a dramatic display of nature’s quirks and the unique splendour of South Africa.

It is littered with stunning, brightly-coloured aloes that not only add to the appeal amongst the local birds and insect species, but also make for extra beautiful photographs of the rock and its surrounds.

There are public ablutions available here, as well as vendors sitting at this attraction selling African curious and keepsakes. These stalls are a delight to visitors and locals alike and the vendors are friendly and helpful.

Gods Window.

With magnificent views, canyons, rock formations and waterfalls, God’s Window is truly an area of breathtaking scenic splendour. It is no wonder that Mpumalanga is known as Paradise Country.

Gods Window is so called for the panoramic view of the Lowveld into lush indigenous forest clad ravine. The majestic cliffs plunge over 700 meters to the Lowveld and the private game reserves which have made the area one of South Africa’s main wildlife destinations. God’s Window is a small part of a 250km long earthwork of sheer cliffs and extravagant beauty. One can observe the hills and forests as far as the eye can see. In fact, it seems as if one can see forever!

There are curio stalls and toilet facilities at the parking area. For just R10 one can witness one of the most magnificent sites in South Africa. God’s Window is truly a popular sight and for good reason!

One can spend hours here just admiring the unsurpassed scenery.

For the best lookout points and exotic forest plants, steer away from the crowds and hike up into the clouds and the misty Rain Forest. Make sure you take a few refreshments along as it is very humid and an extremely steep and strenuous walk.

Bourke’s Luck Potholes.

Bourke’s Luck Potholes are without doubt a major icon, but when thrown in together with the likes of the Three Rondawels, God’s Window, the Blyde River Canyon and numerous magnificent waterfalls, one can become immune after a while.

If you can, begin your wander around Mpumalanga with Bourke’s Luck Potholes, for they are without doubt incredible. Essentially they’re the result of decades of swirling eddies of water where the Treur River meets the Blyde River, the tumult of which has caused extensive water erosion over time. The result is a series of cylindrical rock sculptures that look as though they would be more comfortable on the moon.

A series of metal bridges take you right above them, if photographs are a high priority, whilst walkways around the ridges allow you various angles and viewpoints from which to take your snaps.

Breath Taking Waterfalls.

The Lowveld has some of the best waterfalls in South Africa. Most are easy to get to in a normal car and after a short walk. So when you’ve been to see the animals, why not take a leisurely drive and explore some of the best waterfalls in the Lowveld?

The Lisbon Falls.

The waterfall is situated in the heart of the waterfall area of Mpumalanga, where the number of these dramatic falls exceeds that of anywhere else in southern Africa. Lisbon Falls is 94 metres, or 308 feet, high, which makes it one of the highest in the province.

The Berlin Falls.

These falls tumble down in a single drop for some 80 metres, or about 260 feet, before crashing dramatically into a round basin that is an irresistible jade colour. Seeing the green waters set off by the red cliffs around them is something quite unforgettable and is best enjoyed from the observation platform above.

The Mac Mac Falls.

Regarded as the most stunning of the lot, Mac Mac has twin falls that plunge some 70m into a gorge below. Now a national monument, the waterfall was not always split in two. Gold miners in the area for the gold rush blasted the originally single stream to try and reach the gold-bearing reef over which it drops.

The Lone Creek Falls.

Lone Creek Falls is one of most well-known landmarks of the forest area, and is located only 200m walk the parking area, thereby allowing for easy access for nature enthusiasts of all ages. The waterfall will take your breath away with its natural beauty. It reaches 68 m and is something truly exceptional to behold.

Activities:

Hazyview Adventure Hub.

Hazyview is known as the adventure centre of Mpumalanga and has many activities to offer visitors.

The town is a hive of activity in season as visitors from all over South Africa and the world flock here to tour the area.

There are a variety of restaurants, malls and cultural experiences in the area. Businesses are mostly directed at tourism, however the town provides a well-rounded infrastructure which caters to all requirements.

Our Golf Packages.

Our golf packages include a game of golf at any of the following golf courses while enjoying your stay at our 4 star self-catering lodge – The 9 hole (18 tee) Skukuza Golf Course, the 18 hole Sabie River Sun Golf Course and the 18 hole White River Country Club.

Below are some of the activities in or close to Hazyview.

Aerial Cable Trails & Tree-Top Challenge.

Experience the freedom of gliding over one of the last remaining natural forested valleys along the Sabie River adjacent to the Kruger National Park. The aerial cable trail takes you down into the valley basin, stopping along the way on a number of elevated platforms to admire the natural vegetation, birdlife and the views of the forest floor below.

Each section of the trail varies in length from 70 to 230 m linking a total of 10 platforms, making the total length of the trail 1.2km. The trail has been designed and built to South African civil engineering standards and all the equipment has been designed specifically for this activity.

The Tree-Top Challenge is an elevated obstacle course or high ropes course, made up of interconnecting poles or trees that support various obstacles or elements between them. All these interconnecting poles and trees form a giant “jungle gym” suitable for both young and old (adult) kids.

The course is the first of its kind in South Africa and is built to European Rope Course Standards, and has the latest continuous belay safety system imported from Switzerland. The course itself is made up of 19 exciting elements from balancing beams, rope bridges, spider’s webs and much more all ending on our 50m zip line. It’s suitable for people of all ages who are up for the challenge.

White River Rafting, Tubing & Quad Biking.

The Sabie River provides 20 rapids (grade 2–3) with areas of lush vegetation. Using two-man inflatable rafts, this 8 km route accommodates the novice, yet satisfies the thrill seeker within all of us.

Negotiating the rapids is not the only attraction, as adventurers are bound to see an abundance of bird life, lush indigenous forest scenes and will have the chance to “bum slide” down rocks at the picnic stop. Life jackets, rafts and helmets are provided.

Geckoing or White Water Tubing is one of the most popular adventure activities in the area.

This unique adventure offers you the chance to descend the Sabie River Gorge with a “Gecko”. A Gecko is a white-water tube, oval shaped and has a floor preventing you from bumping your bottom on rock and logs.

Rapids are Class 2 (Grade 2) rapids and half way down the river you get the chance to jump off an 8 m waterfall. This is an easy, fun and safe adventure with trained river guides. Life jackets, tubes and helmets are provided.

Big Swing, Zipline & Viewing Lift.

The Viewing Lift – The viewing lift takes visitors 51m down the face of the gorge into the indigenous forest below, where wooden walkways & suspension bridges make up a 600m

The Big Swing – The Big Swing is one of the world’s highest cable gorge swings and launches off the top of a waterfall. The experience is very different to a bungee-jump because participants freefall for 70m before the jump rope pulls them into a high-speed arch and they swing from one side of the gorge to the other. When falling, they reach 140km/h in three seconds.

Zipline – Visitors to the centre who still want to get their hearts racing but who think the Big Swing is too extreme for them, can choose to fly across the gorge on a high-wire Zipline.

The course starts from the top of a 5m tower, with 360° views. Participants ride a 120m-long zipline to the northern side of the gorge before walking a short distance along a scenic platform and zipping back along a second zipline of equal length.

Affordable Self-Catering Lodge Accommodation in Hazyview.

Tranquil Nest is situated adjacent to the R40 between White River and Hazyview, making it a conveniently located Mpumalanga, Kruger Holiday resort!

The Kruger National Park remains one of the top tourist attractions in the world and this vacation resort in Mpumalanga is only 16 km from the Phabeni Gate.

Our Chalets:

Each Chalet is nestled amongst indigenous trees, home to a wide variety of birds, overlooking The Sabie River Valley, which lies at the edge of the escarpment of the misty Drakensberg Mountains. Various animals frequent Tranquil Nest including Zebra and small buck to name a few.

The Experience:

Hazyview has become the hub of Mpumalanga, catering to a local and international market. Many outdoor activities, wildlife sanctuaries and spectacular scenic drives will ensure exciting day excursions. For the sport enthusiast, we have golf and tennis courts, as well as bowling greens, all in close proximity.

Tranquil Lane Café.

Delicious Breakfast, Lunches & Coffee in Hazyview.

The Wake-Up Café.

A Family Owned Coffee Shop situated in the famous Perry’s Bridge Centre in Hazyview, Mpumalanga.

We take Pride in our food and We offer a variety of delicious options for Breakfasts and Lunches as well as an array of different desserts perfectly made for the sweet tooth.

We are well known for our Butter Chicken, done 3 ways, Bunny Chow, Pancake or omelette.