Top 5 activities beyond the Kruger National Park
Winter calls for a visit to the Kruger National Park. In addition to the wild-life encounters, the area offers ample activities and places to explore. Odele van der Merwe, General Manager of ANEW Resort Hazyview Kruger Park shares her five best activities:
- Skyways Trails:
Go on an exhilarating zipline adventure with Skyways Trails, offering Mpumalanga’s longest arial cable trail with spectacular views of the lush Mpumalanga landscape as you zip through the treetops. - Elephant Whispers:
Get up close and personal with the gentle giants at Elephant Whispers, where you can interact with elephants in a peaceful and educational environment. - Long Tom Toboggan:
Take a thrilling 1,7km toboggan ride down the Long Tom Pass with adrenaline-pumping twists and turns amidst stunning mountain scenery. Meanwhile, the Long Tom Scootours trip features two thrilling downhill runs through scenic open grasslands, indigenous forests, and pine plantations. - Laser Adventures at ANEW Resort White River Mbombela:
Unleash your inner warrior choosing from laser clay pigeon, archery, quad biking and air rifle shooting to name a few! Available on property from end of June 2024. - White River Art Gallery:
Enjoy this contemporary art space, a unique visual arts platform in the Lowveld, showcasing contemporary fine art from Mpumalanga, emphasising the region's creative essence. With a broader scope, the gallery also features South African and Southern African artists, promoting artistic diversity.
From ziplining and elephant encounters to high-speed toboggan rides and contemporary art, there's no shortage of excitement between Hazyview and White River for adventurers of all ages.