Grass and Wetlands, Mpumalanga
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The Mpumalanga Grass and Wetlands region is a birding paradise. This serene region is located in the south eastern part of Mpumalanga and shares its borders with Swaziland, KwaZulu Natal and the Free State provinces.
Highlights of the region include the hundreds of lakes and forgotten hamlets in the central area, rock formations and splendid scenery of the imposing mountains. It is in the Grass and Wetlands region where one can engage in unusual activities like "frogging expeditions" or watch stars during "stargazing weekends". Fierce battles were fought in the past, with the most notable being the battle of Chrissiesmeer that is annually re-enacted. In the region, you can discover and marvel at the lost legoya nation's huts that are still standing after a millennium, as well as Bushmen paintings.
Destinations / Town & Suburbs of Grass and Wetlands
Badplaas
Where to Stay: Accommodation in Badplaas
Lying nestled at the foot of the Ndlumudlumu Mountains between Machadodorp and Carolina in the grasslands of South Africa, Badplaas has become known as a resort town, due in no small part to the hot, suplphurous spring ... Badplaas information
Carolina
Where to Stay: Accommodation in Carolina
Carolina lies in the Grass and Wetlands region of Mpumalanga, South Africa. This entire region boasts exceptional natural beauty and dotted with an abundance of shimmering lakes and rivers. There was a rather vital ... Carolina information
Chrissiemeer
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Situated in the very heart of South Africa’s shimmering lake district is the historic town of Chrissiesmeer, otherwise known as Lake Chrissie. Lake Chrissie, is the largest freshwater lake in South Africa. It is said ... Chrissiemeer information
Ekulindeni
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Formerly known as Eerstehoek, eKulindeni is situated in the Grass and Wetlands region of Mpumalaga in South Africa. This lovely little town lies on the Southern border of the picturesque Songimvelo Nature Reserve ... Ekulindeni information
Ermelo
Where to Stay: Accommodation in Ermelo
Situated in the Grass and Wetlands region of the Mpumalanga province lies the town of Ermelo. Two of South Africa’s most famous musicians come from Ermelo, namely Jennifer Ferguson and the late Lucky Dube. Ermelo was ... Ermelo information
Lothair
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The little town of Lothair, close to the towns of Chrissiesmeer and Amsterdam, lies just outside the border with Swaziland. The economy of the small town is driven largely by forestry and logging, and pine and eucalyptus ... Lothair information
Piet Retief
Where to Stay: Accommodation in Piet Retief
Situated in the south eastern corner of Mpumalanga lies the picturesque town of Piet Retief. Surrounded by beautiful plantations of Bluegum and Wattle trees, Piet Retief is a place where travellers can relax before ... Piet Retief information
Volksrust
Where to Stay: Grass & Wetlands Accommodation
Volksrust is a quaint South African town with plenty of history and cultural sights. Situated close to many famous battle sites, Volksrust became a municipality in 1904 and is currently the commercial center of an area ... Volksrust information
Wakkerstroom
Where to Stay: Accommodation in Wakkerstroom
A once sleepy village, Wakkerstroom is set in a peaceful valley surrounded by panoramic views. Nowadays, an ever-growing stream of visitors and holiday makers wanting to get away from city life, are coming to ... Wakkerstroom information
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"Must See" Attractions in Grass and Wetlands
Badplaas Golf Course
Badplaas Golf Course is an undulating course. With its elevation changes, not only translates into an adventure of judgment and shot making, but also provides a number of spectacular views. On a fine day, with lush Kikuyu fairways underfoot, and bent grass greens, that overlooks the valleys, a round of ... more information
Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve
Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve, renowned for its access to great fishing opportunities and the annual Morula Fishing festival, lies just 10 kilometres from Carolina on the Komati River, not even two hours from Johannesburg and Pretoria. This part of Mpumalanga is known as the grass and wetlands region, and the ... more information
Kruger National Park Tours
Guided day trips to the Kruger National Park: The largest game reserve in South Africa, the Kruger National Park is nearly 2 million hectares of land that stretch for 20 000 square kilometres, given over to an almost indescribable wildlife experience. Certainly it ranks with the best in Africa and is a flagship ... more information
Songimvelo Game Reserve
Songimvelo Game Reserve lies deep in the Barberton Mountainlands and is one of the largest reserves of the Mpumalanga Parks Board that extends over 50 000 hectares. Songimvelo lies in a corner of the province little known to travellers, which is possibly its best attribute. That and the incredible beauty of ... more information
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Featured Things To Do in Grass and Wetlands
Game Activities at Nkomazi
Where: Badplaas
How much (per person): On Request
Game Drives at Nkomazi - Interactive game drives, lasting up to 3 hours, take place in the tranquil moods of sunrise and sunset. You are ... more information
Mountain Biking Safari at Nkomazi
Where: Badplaas
How much (per person): On Request
Biking at Nkomazi Game Reserve is for one and all! The young and old, fit and the not fit, the experienced off road biker or the very ... more information
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Holiday Accommodation in Grass and Wetlands
For accommodation in Grass and Wetlands see:
• Badplaas • Carolina • Chrissiemeer • Ermelo • Piet Retief • Wakkerstroom
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