Nelspruit (Mbombela)

Nelspruit, the capital of Mpumalanga, is situated in the Kruger Lowveld region in South Africa.

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Nelspruit, the capital of Mpumalanga, is situated in the Kruger Lowveld region in South Africa.

Geography and History

Nelspruit is known as the gateway to Mpumalanga and the Kruger National Park.

Nelspruit is a major stopover point for tourists travelling to the Kruger National Park and to Mozambique.

Many people from Mozambique and Swaziland travel to Nelspruit for their monthly shopping.

Accommodtion

Nelspruit has a range of accommodation options available from Bed and Breakfasts, Guest Houses to Self Catering units.

Activities

The Botanical Gardens just outside of the town have a rare collection of plant species and visitors to the gardens will be able to see the first man-made rain forest. Sudwala Caves, Dinosaur Park and Cultural Centre is a must-see for any visitor to the region.

The Nelspruit Nature Reserve offers several walks through the reserve, lasting from one to six hours. The Green Heritage Hiking Trail offers a pleasant, relaxing way to enjoy the reserve.

Restaurants

There are many restaurants on offer in Nelspruit to suit every visitors budget. There is a great selection of restaurants, coffee shops and pubs to choose from!