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Loskop Dam Nature Reserve

Mpumalanga, South Africa

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LOSKOP DAM NATURE RESERVE
spacer.gif (43 bytes)Loskop Dam Nature Reserve, South Africa: The well known Loskop Dam Nature Reserve can be found deep in the Cultural Heartland of South Africa’s Mpumalanga.

The Loskop Dam is a 27km long dam which makes it the largest dam in the Southern Hemisphere. The dam measures over 2 350 hectares and is situated within the Loskop Dam Nature Reserve which itself comprises of 23 000 hectares of picturesque bushveld. The Loskop Dam reserve covers 230km2, of which 23km2 comprises of water.

The Loskop Dam Nature Reserve is a luscious paradise and home to an abundance of vibrant birdlife and exciting wildlife. In fact, there are over 70 species of mammals on the reserve including 3 of the Big Five, the Buffalo, White Rhino and Leopard. It is therefore a protected area. Other fascinating wildlife such as hippo, warthog, giraffe, plenty of buck and other wildlife abound in this spectacular reserve. Game viewing by boat, watersports and hiking trails affords visitors the opportunity to explore all the wonders of this tranquil and picturesque area.

The Loskop Dam Nature Reserve is situated in a Malaria-free environment with a lovely subtropical weather and summer rainfalls. The weather is therefore perfect all year round. Fishing is a major attraction in this reserve and every year more than 1500 avid anglers flock to the dam to take part in the Light Tackle Boat fishing competition. The most desirable species found in this dam are carp, blue and red breasted bream, yellow fish, sharptooth catfish, eels, mudfish and many more other species.

The Loskop Dam Nature Reserve also affords travellers the opportunity to enjoy many other activities such as hunting, horse riding and paint ball.

Loskop Dam Nature Reserve is an ideal holiday destination and within minutes of bustling little villages and farming communities. For the ideal getaway destination in tranquillity and beauty, make sure you explore the Loskop Dam Nature Reserve.
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