Hawkshead Guest Farm offers thatched rondavels at budget prices. Situated just off the N4 Highway and 15 km west of N...
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Join us at Jock of the Bushveld self catering chalets - where nature roams!
This charming holiday resort, midway ...
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Conveniently situated within easy reach of Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Hospitals, International Airport, Lowveld Bota...
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Ilané Guest House B&B for exclusive yet affordable B&B accommodation in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga and is situated in Sonh...
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Maskmountain Lodge is situated four kilometers outside Nelspruit, surrounded by mountain views in the beautiful The R...
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Eagles Guest Farm welcomes you to the heart of the Lowveld with its sub-tropical climate and breathtaking scenery. Ou...
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Birds Babble offers 3 modern Self Catering apartments located in Nelspruit. It has a private garden with traditional ...
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Situated in the heart of the city, yet nestling on the border of a nature reserve, Beetleloop Guest house in Nelsprui...
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Sunset Creek Game Lodge offers guests a great location to enjoy self-catering accommodation with close access to the ...
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We accommodate just 14 guests over the Homestead and three delightful cottages. Each has their own character and roma...
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LoerieRoep is an owner managed affordable self-catering unit....one of three units on the property embedded in a big...
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For nature-lovers the graceful landscape cries out to be explored. You might glimpse the overzealous monkeys from the...
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There are two stunningly located & secluded chalets offering complete privacy & tranquility.
We offer luxurious fully...
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@OppiePlasie is a self-catering vacation home fully equipped for your weekend brake away or spend a week and more wit...
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Duikers Den is a charming self-catering cottage situated on 22-hectares of lowveld bush, in a quiet rural setting tha...
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Dome Home Self-Catering offers charming accommodation in Nelspruit and is centrally located in one of Nelspruit’s qui...
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The 4 Star Wokini Guest House is situated on a game farm, 10 km outside of Nelspruit on the N4 Highway to Johannesbur...
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Little Getaway @ 8 Van Wijk is a self-catering apartment situated in Nelspruit. The property is just an hour's drive ...
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Be Our Guest is accomodation in Nelspruit close to all amenities and the Private hospital . Were close to the Kruge...
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Old Vic Travellers is situated in the quaint, leafy upbeat city of Nelspruit, Mpumalanga in South Africa. Nelspruit i...
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Located in West Acre, Nelspruit, Dawieta Self-catering Flat is a fully furnished self-catering flat that can accommo...
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Blue Grass Nest invites you to enjoy a good night’s rest in one of our luxury en-suite rooms. We are 45 minutes’ driv...
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Siloam is located on a production farm nestled in the Crocodile Valley. The farm is situated 12 kilometers outside Ne...
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Alkmaar Farmstay is set in the heart of the Lowveld in the Schagen Valley on the Maputo Corridor, 10 minutes from Nel...
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Garden 58 is a secure self-catering apartment situated in the heart of Nelspruit. It is within walking distance to al...
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Chilli High B & B, Nelspruit, is a modern, spacious*self-catering and serviced 2-bedroom establishment situated in a ...
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The unit has two separate bedrooms:
Room 1: Queen bed (Full DSTV, air con).
Room 2: Two Twin beds (TV and air con)
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Hippo Water Front is situated only 10 km from the booming town of Nelspruit, the capital of Mpumalanga Province of So...
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The Nomndeni Lodges offer our Guests the choice between Standard rooms, Executive rooms and Suites. All the rooms ar...
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5th Seasons Guesthouse is situated on the R40 Barberton road only 5 km from the Nelspruit MediClinic Private hospital...
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The capital city of the Mpumalanga Province of South Africa, Nelspruit (Mbombela) is considered the gateway town between the Kruger National Park, Mozambique and Swaziland. It is also the largest town in the Lowveld, a lush area where tropical fruits and nuts are farmed. The outlying areas consist of rolling green hills, waterfalls, forests and rivers, a place where Mother Nature parades her complete array of magnificence.
Nelspruit is strategically located between the large Gauteng cities and the coast of Mozambique, its history tells of it being on a trade route and later, a junction for trains carrying cargo to the shipping port in Maputo Bay. Today, the busy N4 highway runs from Pretoria via Nelspruit and to the Mozambique border.
A warm subtropical climate makes Nelspruit the perfect place to enjoy the outdoors and explore this entire region that is rich in natural wonders.
Top 8 reasons to visit Nelspruit
1. A visit to the Kruger National Park is mandatory. This world famous reserve hosts the Big 5 (lion, leopard, rhino, elephant and buffalo), the endangered African wild dog, hyena, crocodile, hippo and many other mammals. A total of 451 bird species have been officially recorded in the park.
2. Farm stalls along the roads around Nelspruit are common, however, the Halls Farm Stall on the R104 is worth a stop to sample the excellent coffee and fresh home bakes on offer. All manner of gifts, jams, and preserves line the shelves. The place has a lovely garden to rest up.
3. Travel to the Croc Grove Crocodile Farm on the Schoemanskloof road to see the 75 breeding Nile crocodiles, some well over 3m in size. Try and schedule your visit during croc feeding times.
4. The Lowveld National Botanical Garden is one of the most picturesque in South Africa. Walk through the rain forest and cross the suspension bridge to view a spectacular waterfall. The unique baobab tree and ancient cycads are on display.
5. Watch a movie, sip on a cocktail or try your luck on the slot machines at the gracious Emnotweni Casino and Entertainment Complex in Mbombela.
6. Take a tour of the Mbombela Stadium where 40000 fans regularly watch their favourite soccer and rugby teams in action. The pillars are designed to appear as giraffes and the seats are arranged in the pattern of zebra stripes.
7. Birders visit the Nelspruit Nature Reserve, home to many striking birds such as the purple-crested turaco, however, hikers and animal lovers will enjoy the reserve for the 3 forest trails and small mammals roaming the reserve.
8. The Jane Goodall Institute of South Africa Chimpanzee Sanctuary, also called Chimp Eden, is the only one of its kind in the country and houses orphaned and rescued chimpanzees mostly from the illegal pet trade. Guided tours take place 3 times a day and there is a restaurant on site.
Transport
Mpumalanga’s international airport is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport, 27km outside Nelspruit. There is also an airstrip on the outskirts of town for small commercial and charter planes. A vehicle can be hired from car rental agencies at the airport or in the town, otherwise order a rental online. Metered taxi and shuttle services operate in Nelspruit. Uber has plans to begin operating here in the very near future.
Did you know?
Nelspruit was officially renamed to Mbombela (meaning Crowded Place in isiSwazi) in 2009, however, the new name is long in being adopted. At this stage, both names are recognised, use either when asking for directions.
Dame Jane Goodall won acclaim for her research conducted on chimpanzees and other primates. She found that chimpanzees have a complex social structure, display many human-like traits and are able to master basic toolmaking skills. She has opened various research centres and sanctuaries for primates throughout the world, including the one in Nelspruit.
Self Catering places can be found from rural to urban areas and can vary in what they offer. They allow plenty freedom and is a great inexpensive way to spend your holiday. They have been widely classified as a “Home away from home”. This is a good option for guests who don’t mind cooking their own food, and are looking for a more independent and flexible form of accommodation. For budget and large families, we would recommend self-catering for a more personalised experience.
