Although Mpumalanga has some of the most beautiful mountain ranges, the province is dominated by the Kruger National Park and the adjacent private game reserves of Sabi Sabi, Timbavati and Manyeleti - all home to the Big Five and many other animals. Before or after a wildlife experience in the game reserves, the eastern Drakensberg is a wonderful contrast where you can hike, ride, explore mountain bike trails and visit old gold mines from the early pioneering days.
This is Jock of the Bushveld country and, in delightful pioneer-style towns such as Barberton, you can see many memorials of this legendary dog. North of Pilgrims Rest, a replica of an old gold mining village, is the magnificent Blyde River Canyon, the third largest canyon in the world.
Camp Jabulani offers South Africa's first dedicated elephant experience. At Camp Jabulani you can drink your morning coffee while gazing at the bush from under a deep, soft duvet. and spot wildlife from your plunge pool
Deep in the heart of the forest, you'll find an old hunting Lodge called Cybele Forest Lodge, 300-acres of African paradise surrounded by timber plantations, mountains and meadows
In the heart of the African bushveld, Earth Lodge is Sabi Sabi's newest lodge. Built to harmonise with its environment, just thirteen luxuriously appointed suites offer air-conditioned luxury in the heart of one of South Africa?s finest game-viewing
In the heart of the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, the prestigious Exeter Private Game Reserve is situated on the western border of the Kruger National Park.
Accommodation is in exclusive East African-style tented-suites, offering the nature lover a close encounter with the sounds and ambience of wild Africa without sacrificing safety or comfort.
Jock Safari Lodge is the first private lodge set in the heart of Africa's premier wildlife reserve - the Kruger National Park.
Leopard Hills, built on a hill overlooking a natural waterhole, is a stylish and exclusive lodge in the Sabi Sand Game Reserve, which now forms part of the Greater Kruger National Park ecosystem.
Lion Sands is situated in the heart of the Sabi Sands Reserve and the world-renowned Kruger National Park
Enchanting and intimate, Founder's Camp is ideally situated to provide an insider's view on the secrets of river life.
A 500-year-old Riverine forest throws dappled light on the six exclusive cottages and provides a dramatic backdrop for the camp's celebration of the past.
A River Affair with Three Private Suites offering an extraordinary experience for the exclusive use of six guests.
The most stylish family run camp in Africa, Six Private Suites, Tree Camp is a double dose of glamour. Elegance and simplicity are the hallmarks of the Tree Camp sanctuaries.
The heart and soul of Londolozi with Two Private Suites and Eight Chalets. All rooms have private swimming pools that overlook the riverine bush.
The gracious, colonial-style safari lodge, set in Ngala's extraordinary African wilderness, is renowned for its superb accommodation.
Pafuri Camp is situated between the Limpopo and the Luvuvhu Rivers in the northern sector of the Kruger National Park
Situated on the largest tract of private land adjoining the Kruger National Park, the renowned Mala Mala Game Reserve has opened Rattray's, a new exclusive and luxurious camp.
Rhino Post Camp is a 16-bed lodge, set on the banks of the Mutlumuvi Riverbed, in a 12,000 hectare private wilderness concession in the Kruger National Park.
Savanna is a unique tented roof colonial style camp set in the world renowned Big Five Sabi Sand Game Reserve, bordering the famous Kruger National Park.
The forest suites at Serenity Luxury Forest Lodge are tucked away in a riverine forest and connected via suspended walkways overlooking the flowing river.
The Singita Group encapsulates the ultimate African safari with spectacular lodges on prime Big Five game viewing land.
Perhaps it's a fusion of African sensibilities with the rose from which Summerfields River Lodge & Rose Spa derives its intriguing charm. Or is it the bygone romance underscored by percale linen in a tented lodge suite?
Thornybush Game Reserve, adjacent to the Greater Kruger National Park is home to an abundance of birds and mammals, including the Big 5.
Tinga Private Game Lodge offers the ultimate combination of total luxury and first-class service.
Tintswalo is an exclusive safari lodge under traditional grassing. Situated on a private Manyeleti Reserve concession, within the Greater Kruger National Park.
Bought by Richard Branson in 1999, Ulusaba has been recently rebuilt to the very highest standard of African safari lodges.
Uhmloti, South Africa's first Chimpanzee sanctuary, is a 5-star lodge that offers clients the true safari experience, with game drives and access to private feedings times with the Chimpanzee residents.
