The best Nelspruit attractions that you cannot miss

An easy short walk from the Sudwala Caves is the Sudwala Dinosaur Park.  Take a 30-minute stroll through a beautiful sub-tropical garden displaying 35 different life-sized and scientifically accurate models of dinosaurs, while monkeys frolic in the trees above that is also home to various species of sub-tropical birds.  This is altogether an educational and fascinating experience for visitors of all ages and one not to be missed.  

For the more adventurous visitor the Sudwala Caves and the Dinosaur Park beckons.  These caves are the oldest in the world boasting microbial fossils which were formed 2000 million years ago.  There are daily one-hour guided tours and a monthly five-hour-long two-kilometre trek (for which booking is essential) to the chamber of crystals and the famous “Sudwala Star". A visit to Nelspruit would be poorer for not taking a tour of these caves

A pleasant day trip from Nelspruit is a visit to the tiny but fascinating gold rush town of Pilgrim’s Rest.  The whole town is a national monument, with its historical buildings having been restored to look exactly as they did in their gold rush days, around the late 1800s. And for the thirsty traveller, how about savouring an ice-cold beer in the Royal Hotel’s bar which in a previous life was a church in Mozambique!?

But without a doubt, seeing it is almost next door to the Kruger National Park, Nelspruit is the ideal jumping-off point for a visit to this world-famous destination and you can book day trips.  “The Kruger”, as it is colloquially known, is home to the so-called “Big 5”, namely the black rhinoceros, African bush elephant, Cape/African buffalo, lion, and leopard.  This vast area adjoins Mozambique, and its vegetation and climate are therefore diverse in nature and sustain equally diverse wildlife and plant species.  From the tiny Klipspringer buck to the massive Eland and the rare Roan and Sable antelope.  Its birdlife is equally varied and ranges from the colourful Lilac Crested Roller to the soaring Cape Vulture and everything in between.  It is served by a very good road network (dotted with viewing and picnic spots where visitors are allowed to leave their vehicles in safety).  The Kruger offers visitors a wide variety of places to stay ranging from camping/caravanning facilities to traditional bungalows situated in fenced camps to exclusive super luxurious lodges along the crocodile river. Most accommodations are furnished with self-catering kitchens and air conditioning and some have a pool for the adults to relax and the kids can enjoy.

So, are you ready to pack your bags and head towards the east of South Africa for an unforgettable holiday break and experience top attractions?  We hope we have whetted your appetite and that you are looking forward to your holiday. Stunning views, hidden caves, and game drives in the Kruger Park with a sub-tropical climate, will have you wanting more. Oh yes indeed!  Kindly contact one of our consultants right away and together we will set up a great holiday experience that will stay with you for the rest of your life!