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Bourkes Luck Potholes

Bourkes Luck Potholes

 Located some 35km on the R532 from Graskop, the Bourkes Luck Potholes are named after a gold prospector, Tom Bourk. The confluence of the Treur River (River of Sorrow) and the Blyde River (River of Joy) at the start of the Blyde River Canyon creates a powerful swirling action which caused stones and sand to […]

Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Bridal Veil Falls cascades down 70m of sheer rock face, which results in the falls resembling the delicate white cloth of a veil. The Veil cannot be accessed directly by road but by a pleasant (and short) 750m hike through lush indigenous forests. Do not be deterred as the reward is a breathtaking sight. The […]

Leading Edge Flight School

Leading Edge Flight School

Leading Edge Flight School began training in 1995. The school relocated to Hoedspruit, South Africa, during January 2002. There are two full-time instructors available 365 days a year. The school offers training and flying safaris in Hoedspruit. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS The school is registered with the South African Civil Aviation Authority (ATO No. CAA/0141). NPL licences […]

Berlin Falls

Berlin Falls

A spectacular natural wonder located along the Panorama Route, the Berlin Falls cascade from the centre of a sheer cliff that stands roughly 80m tall. The shape of the falls is likened to a giant candle. A narrow, natural channel at the top of the falls creates the wick of the candle, and as the […]

Shiyalongubo Creek Valley

Shiyalongubo Creek Valley

 This full day guided hike along the Shiyalongubo Creek Valley in the UNESCO Barberton-Makhonjwa Mountainlands is a 20 kilometre guided hike starting from the lesser known deep rural village of Shiyalongubo to Uitkyk viewpoint and back. Own transport to and from the starting point and light snacks are provided. This moderate to difficult trail does […]

Sheba Lookout

Sheba Lookout

 Sheba Lookout does not disappoint! Being 500m above both Gods Window and Pilgrims Rest makes this hike one to endure. Rated a grade 3 hike , some hiking experience or average fitness recommended. On a clear day, you can take in the majestic Blyde River Canyon, Mariepskop, and the Lebombo Mountains. Alternatively, you can drive […]

Battery Creek Falls

Battery Creek Falls

 This stunning waterfall is near the historical mining village of Kaapschehoop, which is renowned for its herds of wild horses. Battery Creek Falls is a 30 metre high waterfall, only a 10 minutes walk from Kaapsehoop.  To reach the waterfall, you will need to walk a few hundred metres, climb down into the gorge, and […]

MacMac Pools

MacMac Pools

 This 3km circular route starts and finishes at the Mac Mac Pools, 13km from Sabie on the R532 road to Graskop.  The trail takes you through veld and scattered patches of indigenous forest.  There is little shade along the route and precautions against sunburn is advised.  You do not need a permit for this walk, […]

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