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  waterfall in Waterval Boven
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  • waterfall in  Waterval Boven
      waterfall in Waterval Boven
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      view from the rooms
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      view from the porch
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  • From the bottom of the garden
      From the bottom of the garden
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  • BLYDE RIVER VALLEY
      BLYDE RIVER VALLEY
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THE PINNACLE

THE PINNACLE, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  The Pinnacle Rock is a very impressive 30m (98ft) high tower-like "Needle". It is made from a rock called quartzite. Originally sandstone, it has been compressed for thousands of years to form a very durable rock that is resistant to errosion. It towers over a beautiful... 

3 RONDAVELS & THE BLYDE RIVER VALLEY

3 RONDAVELS & THE BLYDE RIVER VALLEY, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  A Rondavel (or Rondawel) is a South African word for a round hut dwelling with a thatched roof. The giant peaks of quartzite and shale that make up the 3 Rondavels have sheer rock walls towering more than 700 meters above the ground. The best time to view these are at sunset... 

BOURKES’ LUCK POTHOLES

BOURKES’ LUCK POTHOLES, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  This natural water feature marks the beginning of the Blyde River Canyon, where the Blyde River ("River of Joy") and the Treur River ("River of Sorrow") meet. Over thousands of years the combination of these two rivers created swirling whirlpools. These whirlpools have... 

GOD'S WINDOW & WONDER VIEW

GOD'S WINDOW & WONDER VIEW, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  God's Window is a breathtaking viewpoint from a high escarpment looking down over 900 meters to the Lowveld below. The view is of a vast Eden-like area, hence its name. Parts of Kruger National Park and Mozambique can be seen in the distance. From the car park you walk up... 

THE PANORAMA ROUTE

THE PANORAMA ROUTE, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  The Panorama is a route that will take a driver through some of the most stunning views of the natural wonders of South Africa. It stretches from Sabie, through Graskop on to the Blyde River Canyon. Along the way you can see some of the hidden gems of Mpumalanga including:... 

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Acra Retreat - Mountain View Lodge: South Africa's Best B & B

Acra Retreat - Mountain View Lodge: South Africa's Best B & B, Mpumalanga

 n.menton Says:  Acra Retreat is on the edge of a cliff facing the Elands Valley. Only 2,5 hours from Johannesburg it is the perfect stop over after a long flight. The views are SPECTACULAR ! The food is delicious and the hospitality warm and welcoming. Acra Retreat has a pool, a kiddies... 

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THE BILTONG HUT: BEST BILTONG - IN THE WORLD

THE BILTONG HUT: BEST BILTONG - IN THE WORLD, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  Not exactly a restaurant, but you definitely want to eat their Biltong. If you like Biltong, you will love this place. Biltong is so much more than Beef Jerky. It is more tender and flavourful. No plastic tubes here! Every purchase is placed in a brown paper bag that is easy... 

HARRIE'S PANCAKES: PANCAKES - AFRIKANER STYLE

HARRIE'S PANCAKES: PANCAKES - AFRIKANER STYLE, Mpumalanga

 DAO Says:  Just to set the record straight Pancakes = Crepe's in South Africa. They have quite a few fillings and you can sit outside in the sunshine. Service is at best indifferent, but the food is very good. 4 of us ate here for $15. Next door is a huge gift shop. If you need... 

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Q:  Hi. We [my Mum, brother and myself] arrive at OT Tambo airport at Midday, 27 Jan. 2011 and want to be Phalaborwa Gate, Kruger by... 

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A: It may be a good idea to hire a car and self-drive. Not only can you stop where you like, and admire the beautiful scenery, but once in the park, you can drive at your... 

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THE ACCIDENTAL PAGE !

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  Hello and welocme! I wrote this page about the Mpumalanga REGION, but accidentally put it here originally on the Mpumalanga village location. Please click the link below and you will be magically...... 

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Burke's Luck Potholes

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 This potholes took several thousand years for us to see. 

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