25 Places of Interest in Soutpansberg
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Landmarks / Lakes / Dams
Albasini Dam
The biggest body of water in the area, Albasini Dam lies east of Makhado (Louis Trichardt), just south of the Entabeni State Forest. Named after Joćo Albasini, a slave trader and elephant hunter the remains of whose trading post lies close to the new ...
Nature Reserves
Ben Lavin Nature Reserve
The rather heady mix of assorted sour bushveld, riverine woodland that lines the almost always arid watercourses, and vast plains of thornveld set against the rolling foothills of the Soutpansberg, make the Ben Lavin Nature Reserve, close to Louis ...
Nature Reserves
Blouberg Nature Reserve
Situated west of Makhado, just off route 521, the Blouberg Nature Reserve lies in relative obscurity in the midst of rural village and farming communities at the foot of the eastern foothills of the Blouberg Mountain, for its part an inselberg of the ...
Forests
Entabeni Forest
Entabeni forest is a strip of Afro-temperate mist-belt forest that is part of the state Entabeni plantation. As such it is one of few remaining forests of this description and harbours some of the province's most exciting ...
Forests / Mountain Reserves
Hanglip Forest Reserve
Locally known as Hanglip Bosreservaat, the reserve has over 340 hectares of indigenous sub-tropical forest criss-crossed with hiking paths, mountain forest streams and the call of birds. During the heat of the summer months, the forest provides a ...
Landmarks
Lake Fundudzi
The enchanted body of water known as Lake Fundudzi is a sacred lake of the Venda people that lies in the heart of the Soutpansberg and is one of the few true inland lake systems in South Africa. Lake Fundudzi can be found on the R523 between Thohoyandou ...
Nature Reserves
Langjan Nature Reserve
Lying just north east of Blouberg Nature Reserve, on the R521 to Alldays, west of Makhado, the Langjan Nature Reserve is typified by gorgeous red sand dunes and scrub-acacia bushveld vegetation - lush during the summer rainfalls and equally dry during ...
Golf Courses
Louis Trichardt Golf Club
The Louis Trichardt Golf Club takes its name after the town it has been built in and is widely known as one of the very best South African nine-hole golf courses. The course enjoys stunning scenery and right off the tee one can enjoy mountainous vistas, ...
Nature Reserves
Makuya Nature Reserve
Makuya, also known as Makuya Nature Reserve, shares a fenceless border with the Kruger National Park and is about an hour's drive from the Pafuri Gate. A relatively small reserve its 16 000 hectares are leased from the Makuya, Mutele, and Mphaphuli ...
Landmarks / World Heritage Sites
Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape
Mapungubwe Cultural Landscape is situated in the extreme north of this country, where South Africa meets Botswana and Zimbabwe. However, it was once (between 900 and 1300 CE) the centre of gold and ivory trade with ...
Game Reserves / National Parks
Mapungubwe National Park
Set right up against the northern border of South Africa, uniting Botswana and Zimbabwe, lies Mapungubwe National Park - an extensive savannah landscape situated at the meeting place of the Limpopo and Shashe rivers. This is the land of sandstone ...
Nature Reserves
Maremani Nature Reserve
Maremani Nature Reserve is a 41 000 hectare reserve north east of Johannesburg. It is owned by a charity foundation whose focus is to preserve nature and protect wildlife. A relatively unknown private nature reserve, Maremani lies in an arid to semi-arid ...
Nature Reserves
Morning Sun Nature Reserve
Morning Sun Nature Reserve lies in the Soutpansberg Mountains of Limpopo, a natural heritage site that forms part of the UNESCO Vhembe Biosphere Region. The Vhembe Biosphere Region includes the northern part of the Kruger National Park, the Mapungubwe ...
Nature Reserves
Musina Nature Reserve
Musina Nature Reserve has one of the largest collections of baobabs in the country, and incorporates the former Baobab Forest Reserve formed in 1926 to protect the baobabs from commercial interests. These huge 'upside down' trees, more formally known ...
Game Reserves
Nwanedi Game Reserve
Lying west of the northern reaches of the Kruger National Park, Nwanedi Game Reserve is particularly scenic situated as it is in the foothills of the Venda Mountains. Nwanedi is home to a rich supply of animals who take advantage of the effortless ...
Forests / Landmarks
Phiphidi Falls
Phiphidi Falls is one of several natural sacred sites of the Venda people. The others include Lake Funduzi and the Thate Vonde Forest. The falls are used by the elders of the Ramunangi, a Venda clan, for communicating with ...
National Parks / Landmarks / Game Reserves
Punda Maria Gate
Punda Maria Gate allows access into far nothern Kruger Park. Recognised as the best region in the park for spotting the Nyala antelope, this part of the Kruger is also excellent for bird watching, sighting elephant and experiencing a less inundated ...
Birdlife or Wildlife Sanctuaries / Forests / Nature Reserves
Roodewal Forestry Nature Reserve
The African broadbill is one of the most difficult birds to spot in South Africa. But you can find it in Roodewal forest. It is the one place in the Soutpansberg where you are almost guaranteed to see at least one, which is why the reserve is so popular ...
Landmarks / Miscellaneous
Sagole Big Tree
Sagole is the name of the biggest baobab tree in the world. Your guide, if you have one from the local community, will tell you the tree is 3 500 years old, but actually it has been carbon dated as 1 200 years of age. It stands 22 metres high, and has ...
Mountain Reserves / Forests / Nature Reserves
Soutpansberg Conservancy
The Soutpansberg Conservancy, consisting of 90 000 hectares, was formed to protect an incredibly sensitive and beautiful part of the world. Drive across the arid, flat vastness of the northern Limpopo Province, and the sandstone of the Soutpansberg ...
Soutpansberg as a destination
In the neighbourhood
Alldays, Louis Trichardt, Makhado, Mapungubwe, Musina, Thohoyandou
Staying Overnight
Lira Boutique Lodge
Lira Boutique Lodge is situated on the banks of the Nandoni Dam in Limpopo. The accommodation offers incredible views and dedicated staff. The Lo...
Mapesu Wilderness Tented Camp
Discreetly tucked away on a hillside with stunning mopane bushveld views is the Mapesu Wilderness Tented Camp. So, if you want to be spoiled whil...
Mopane Bush Lodge
Mopane Bush Lodge is a small bush retreat, graded a 4-Star luxury lodge, of African Renaissance design. Nestling in the Mopane bushveld, it is at...
Schimper View Boutique Guest House
Schimper View Boutique Guest House offers luxury accommodation in Louis Trichardt. Located in the upmarket area of Louis Trichardt, this property...
Tshivase Nature Reserve
Set in a pristine environment, Tshivhase Nature Reserve boasts unparalleled views of the Thathe Vondo Dam. The luxury lodge provides accommodatio...
The Hill Hotel
The Hill Hotel is located just 2km away from Thohoyandou Town Centre in Limpopo Province, providing the perfect base from which the beautiful lan...
Cuckoo's Nest Guest House
The Cuckoo's Nest Guest House is named after the beautiful cuckoo birds that regularly visit the area. Located approximately 5km from the centre ...
Mogalakwena River Lodge
Mogalakwena (metaphor which means 'fierce crocodile') comprises the River Lodge, Craft Art Village, Artist's Retreat and Research Centre. The Riv...
The Anza Lifestyle Lodge
Welcome to Anza Lodge, a hidden gem nestled in the heart of Makhado, Louis Trichardt, where culture, nature, and luxury converge to provide a uni...
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