 Mpumalanga , meaning "Place of the Rising Sun", is one of the most popular tourist destinations in South Africa. Its seven regions are Cosmos Country, Grass and Wetlands, Cultural Heartlands, Wild Frontier, Highlands Meander, Lowveld Legogote and The Panorama. While the first four of these regions have some attractions, it is in the latter three regions where the main tourist attractions are situated. Although not an official region, Kruger Park has been included because of its importance as a tourist destination.
Highlands Meander
Travelling from Johannesburg or Pretoria, one passes through the Highlands Meander en-route to The Panorama and Lowveld Legogote regions which border the Kruger Park. The scenic Highlands Meander is best known for its fly fishing and Boer War history. In the south, the area near Machadodorp has good fly fishing and is rich in South African history. Also in the south, just north of Machadodorp is Dullstroom, South Africa’s premier fly fishing destination.
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Lowveld Legogote
Significant towns in this subtropical region include White River and the provincial capital Nelspruit with the new Mpumalanga International Airport, serving both domestic and international airlines. This region borders the Kruger National Park and several other game reserves in the area.
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The Panorama
This region, adjacent to the Highlands Meander and Kruger Park, is known for the breathtaking views along the Drakensberg’s Eastern Escarpment and its natural wonders, which abound. Towns in the region include Hazyview, Sabie, Graskop and Pilgrim’s Rest from where there is easy access to the Kruger National Park, Blyde River Canyon (the world’s third largest canyon) and Bourke’ |
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