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Oost Transvaal, Zuid Africa, Africa

 
 
 
 
 
 
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Information about Oost Transvaal

 

Eastern Transvaal which borders on Gauteng in the west and Swaziland and Mozambique in the east, is divided into two regions by the north end of the Drakensberg (Dragon Mountains) range. Eastern Transvaal, which means 'the place where the sun rises', is a province of extraordinary natural beauty. Typical of it's landscape are forests, mountains, rivers, waterfalls and panoramic passes offering magnificent scenic views. West of the mountains lies the Highveld where there are opportunities for hunting and fishing in places such as Lydenburg and Dullstroom.

The Drakensberg Escarpment itself is home to scenic drives, waterfalls, caves and innumerable hikes. To the east of the mountains lies the Lowveld. Eastern Transvaal is well known for it's wildlife parks. In particular, the world renowned Kruger National Park, with several luxurious private nature reserves on it's western boundary, are literally teeming with wildlife and is one of South Africa's top tourist attractions. This is big game country where visitors can see the 'Big Five', namely the elephant, black rhino, leopard, lion and buffalo. 'Big Five' originated from trophy hunters who termed them as being the most dangerous to hunt.

Some of the popular attractions include the Blyde River Canyon, one of Africa's true scenic gems, and Bourke's Luck Potholes. The Bourke's Luck Potholes are a magnificent natural feature where the combination of water and rock have succeeded over many centuries, in carving huge cylindrical potholes into the rock-face.

Apart from unsurpassed game viewing opportunities, visitors to Eastern Transvaal can enjoy bird-watching, fishing, and hiking. Other activities include canoeing, river rafting, sailing and windsurfing, not to mention, micro lighting, paragliding, mountain and rock climbing. There are numerous golf courses, one of which is located within the borders of the Kruger National Park.

For the climate, the scenic and wildlife diversity, the sporting opportunities, historical sites and the cultural heritage, a journey to South Africa would not be complete without a visit to Eastern Transvaal. Sabie and Graskop provide a large part of the country's total requirement for forestry products. These forestry plantations are an ideal backdrop for ecotourism opportunities, with a variety of popular hiking trails, a myriad of waterfalls, patches of indigenous forest, and a variety of nature reserves.

Lake Chrissie is the largest natural freshwater lake in South Africa, and is famous for its variety of aquatic birds, especially flamingos.

 
 

Telephone Numbers:

+30 2810 300330
+30 2810 220088

Fax Numbers:
+30 2810 220785
 

International Reservation Centre

Telephone Numbers:
+30 2810 382750


Fax Numbers:
+30 2810 333224