South Africa

Waterberg Wilderness Reserve

Rivers, waterfalls and wetlands in an otherwise dry landscape. Waterberg reveals a different side of South Africa in Limpopo, with game reserves, bushveld and rocky scenery along the way.

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Waterberg, where the landscape suddenly turns green

Waterberg lies among the dry landscapes of Limpopo. Small rivers, waterfalls and wetlands bring greenery to the area and provide a habitat for many different animal species.

Bushveld alternates with Sourveld, a type of grassland. Higher rock formations rise above the landscape, giving Waterberg a character that changes as you travel through it.

Several game reserves are scattered across the region, including Marakele Game Reserve and the private Entabeni reserve. Waterberg is also home to a number of smaller wildlife reserves.

From green bushveld to rocks and game reserves

Waterberg is all about variety. Water flows through a landscape where dry terrain, grassland and bushveld meet, with rocks rising above it all.

This combination supports a wide variety of wildlife. You can explore the area from your vehicle on a game drive, but not every adventure has to be on four wheels.

On foot or by mountain bike, the same landscape suddenly looks completely different.

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Sometimes you drive. Sometimes you step out.

Game drives

The Waterberg region is home to several large and small wildlife reserves. A game drive takes you through these areas in search of the animals that live here.

Hiking

Leave the car behind and explore the landscape on foot. Among the bushveld, grasslands and higher rock formations, you will experience Waterberg from a different perspective.

Mountain biking

You can also explore parts of the Waterberg region by mountain bike.

Self-drive trips in the region

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Mozambique
eSwatini
South Africa, eSwatini and Mozambique Beach & Safari
22
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from
1620
1620
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In Kruger, you scan the bush through your binoculars from your 4x4, searching for rhinos and lions. A few days later, you're looking through your diving mask at manta rays off the coast of Mozambique. On this 22-day self-drive journey, you explore three countries, each with its own distinct character. You drive through national parks at your own pace, camp by the sea and lace up your hiking boots again in eSwatini. From exciting game drives to relaxed beach days, there's no need to choose between adventure and relaxation.
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Western Cape and Namaqualand Hiking & 4x4
14
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from
1250
1250
p.p.
Hiking boots on, 4x4 parked. On this 14-day self-drive journey, you explore much of the Western Cape and Namaqualand on foot. You hike through gorges and past rock arches in the Cederberg, camp in complete solitude in the quiet of the Tankwa Karoo and walk to deserted beaches along the Atlantic coast. And in between? That's when you put your 4x4 to work, including on the sandy Caracal Trail. A journey for those who love being outdoors and exploring at their own pace.
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Garden Route en Baviaanskloof Hiking & 4x4
14
days
from
1350
1350
p.p.
Spotting elephants from your 4x4. Tackling rugged tracks through Baviaanskloof. Then continuing on foot along cliffs, through forests and over mountain trails. On this 14-day self-drive journey from Gqeberha to Cape Town, you regularly swap the steering wheel for your hiking boots. You start with a safari before following the Garden Route past Storms River Mouth, Wilderness and the mountains around George. Plenty of variety, without having to cover long distances every day.
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