Guidebook for Marloth Park
Parks & Nature
Lionspruit is a 1,500ha nature reserve with buffalo, lion, giraffe, kudu, impala, zebra, wildebeest. The entrance is in Marloth Park (Wildgoose Street). Have a picnic/breakfast/braai at Frikkies dam (designated picnic spot). A must for nature lovers!!
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Lionspruit Game Reserve
3291 Seekoei RdLionspruit is a 1,500ha nature reserve with buffalo, lion, giraffe, kudu, impala, zebra, wildebeest. The entrance is in Marloth Park (Wildgoose Street). Have a picnic/breakfast/braai at Frikkies dam (designated picnic spot). A must for nature lovers!!
The potholes were formed by centuries of swirling whirlpools eroding away the bedrock. They are without doubt incredible!! The potholes are on the panorama route with other world renowned sites like God's Window and Blyde River Canyon.
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Bourke's Luck Potholes
Bourke's Luck PotholesThe potholes were formed by centuries of swirling whirlpools eroding away the bedrock. They are without doubt incredible!! The potholes are on the panorama route with other world renowned sites like God's Window and Blyde River Canyon.
Nelspruit is home to beautiful Botanical Gardens – perfect for a picnic.
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Lowveld National Botanical Garden
Nelspruit is home to beautiful Botanical Gardens – perfect for a picnic.
A Chimp Sanctuary in Barberton. Tours are at 10 am, 12 pm, and 14 pm daily.
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Jane Goodall Institute Chimpanzee Eden
47 R40A Chimp Sanctuary in Barberton. Tours are at 10 am, 12 pm, and 14 pm daily.
Arts & Culture
Swaziland is nearby and is an absolute must for those who love new cultural experiences. Swaziland is known for its hospitality, and world-class arts and crafts. A discerning shoppers paradise!
Mantenga Cultural Village is the only tourist facility in Swaziland with its own fully-fledged permanent troupe and experience Swazi culture and dancing. There are two performances each day, at 11:30 and at 15:15.
The Maguga Dam is a dam on the Komati River in Eswatini.[1] It is 115 metres (377 ft) high and is located about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) south of Piggs Peak.[2] It was built as a joint project of the governments of South Africa and Eswatini.
Swaziland Candle Factory - An expedition to Swazi Candles is not just a candle experience. The candle factory is surrounded by other talented crafters, artists and artisans as well as a bustling market and souvenir shops.
Ngwenya Glass Blowing Factory boasts a vast range of tableware and African animals, from classical to quirky wineglasses, large centre pieces and one off pieces made in the glass blowing factory. The animal range covers the big five: Elephants, Leopards, Buffalo, Rhinos and Lions. Plus a whole range of aquatic and airborne animals. The main attraction is watching the glass blowers creating wonderful animal figurines and tableware using 100% recycled glass.
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Eswatini
Swaziland is nearby and is an absolute must for those who love new cultural experiences. Swaziland is known for its hospitality, and world-class arts and crafts. A discerning shoppers paradise!
Mantenga Cultural Village is the only tourist facility in Swaziland with its own fully-fledged permanent troupe and experience Swazi culture and dancing. There are two performances each day, at 11:30 and at 15:15.
The Maguga Dam is a dam on the Komati River in Eswatini.[1] It is 115 metres (377 ft) high and is located about 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) south of Piggs Peak.[2] It was built as a joint project of the governments of South Africa and Eswatini.
Swaziland Candle Factory - An expedition to Swazi Candles is not just a candle experience. The candle factory is surrounded by other talented crafters, artists and artisans as well as a bustling market and souvenir shops.
Ngwenya Glass Blowing Factory boasts a vast range of tableware and African animals, from classical to quirky wineglasses, large centre pieces and one off pieces made in the glass blowing factory. The animal range covers the big five: Elephants, Leopards, Buffalo, Rhinos and Lions. Plus a whole range of aquatic and airborne animals. The main attraction is watching the glass blowers creating wonderful animal figurines and tableware using 100% recycled glass.
City/town information
Nelspruit has several malls which will please the desires of any experienced shopper.
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Nelspruit
Nelspruit has several malls which will please the desires of any experienced shopper.
Food scene
Jabula Restaurant
4615 Kurper AveThe food at Jabula Restaurant is delicious!
This restaurant has an amazing view overlooking the Kruger National Park!
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Amazing Kruger View Restaurant
Maroela RoadThis restaurant has an amazing view overlooking the Kruger National Park!
Tin Shack has the options of a sports bar, restaurant and takeaways. The portions are big!
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The Tin Shack Restaurant
3884 Olifant DrTin Shack has the options of a sports bar, restaurant and takeaways. The portions are big!
Local Fishing
Taurus Tiger Fishing
For guests that like fishing.
Sightseeing
Take a drive or walk along the scenic Crocodile River, bordering on Kruger Park. Picnic along the fence along the Crocodile River, from where the Big 5 are often seen drinking in Kruger Park.
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Crocodile River
Take a drive or walk along the scenic Crocodile River, bordering on Kruger Park. Picnic along the fence along the Crocodile River, from where the Big 5 are often seen drinking in Kruger Park.
Take a bike ride along the scenic Crocodile River, bordering on Kruger Park! Explore Marloth Park where the animals roam freely!
Marloth Bike Hire
2297 Butterfly StTake a bike ride along the scenic Crocodile River, bordering on Kruger Park! Explore Marloth Park where the animals roam freely!
Dusty Tracks offer a variety of unique and fascinating activities in and around the town of Barberton. This little town, at the foot of the of the Makonjwa mountains, are extremely rich in history and also a destination for geologists from all around the world because of its amazing geological significance. From the oldest, best preserved rocks on earth, to the amazing gold rush era in the late 1800`s. Dusty Tracks take
you on a journey through time. Travel the old ox wagon routes to the top of the mountain, visit old forgotten ghost towns like Eureka city. Teach you the art of gold panning and take you into the oldest and richest goldmine of all time, Edwin Bray`s golden quarry. Travelling with Dusty Tracks or in your own 4x4 vehicle, enjoy the most spectacular views from the top of the mountain. Spend a night camping wild and let Dusty Tracks entertain you with stories of days gone by.
DUSTY TRACKS
48 Pilgrim StDusty Tracks offer a variety of unique and fascinating activities in and around the town of Barberton. This little town, at the foot of the of the Makonjwa mountains, are extremely rich in history and also a destination for geologists from all around the world because of its amazing geological significance. From the oldest, best preserved rocks on earth, to the amazing gold rush era in the late 1800`s. Dusty Tracks take
you on a journey through time. Travel the old ox wagon routes to the top of the mountain, visit old forgotten ghost towns like Eureka city. Teach you the art of gold panning and take you into the oldest and richest goldmine of all time, Edwin Bray`s golden quarry. Travelling with Dusty Tracks or in your own 4x4 vehicle, enjoy the most spectacular views from the top of the mountain. Spend a night camping wild and let Dusty Tracks entertain you with stories of days gone by.
Family entertainment
Henk Van Rooyen Park
587 Maroela RdSwim or play tennis at the Henk Van Rooyen center.