Amanzimlotzi Riverside Bush Camp

There’s a reason why folks flock here for safaris: you’re just on the edge of the Kruger National Park, one of the biggest game reserves in the whole of Africa (at a whopping 19,485 square kilometres it’s bigger than some European countries). Safari walks, day-long game drives and longer trips can all be organised on site for a simple way to go in search of the big five. Should you wish to stretch your legs further there are organised hikes through the Blyde River Canyon and climbs up to the Great Escarpment for stunning views. Or you may wish to hang out with the locals on a village visit, pitching in with fetching water, learning the cooking techniques and shaking your stuff with the dancers. If you’d like to go it alone for a little while, perhaps pay a visit to Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, Kinyonga Reptile Centre or the Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre – all are less than 45 minutes away by car and do excellent work in conservation and education.