Pezulu Tree House Lodge

Plant your own baobab with GPS coordinates and certificates. Perfect to commemorate that special occasion or your trip to Africa. Times: As requested

Experience the majesty of the Blyde River Canyon from a different perspective by taking a cruise on the Blyde Dam. The 1.5-hour cruise, led by a knowledgeable local guide, will allow one to sit back and relax to the sound of the water, as you learn about the stunning natural features and the wildlife that inhabits the canyon. Sail past basking crocodiles, pods of hippos, beautiful waterfalls and breath-taking cliffs. Blyde River Boat Cruise times: 11H00 & 15H00.

Embark on a 2-hour AM or PM walk with our seasoned rangers through the African Bush. Track animals and delve into the traditional uses of plants in this engaging bush experience. Summer: 06h00 – 08h00 and 16h00 – 18h00 Winter: 06h30 – 08h30 and 15h30 – 17h30

Set off into the bush beneath a magnificent star-studded sky and keep your eyes peeled for remarkable nocturnal animals. Night drive time: Times: 20h00 - 22h00

Experience the splendour of the bush as it changes from day to night. Look out for nocturnal animals beginning their nightly activities. Sunset drive times: Summer: 16h30 – 18h30 Winter: 16h00 – 18h00

“It is common knowledge that the cheetah is a beautiful, elegant big cat – and fast – but how many people realise that it is critically endangered?” (Princess Michael of Kent, Royal Patron of HESC). The Hoedspruit Endangered Species Centre is one of the leading private research and breeding facilities for endangered species in South Africa. Join one of their 2-hour informative tours and learn all about their cheetah breeding project, as well as the many other endangered species which unfortunately, for one reason or another, call the centre their home, and the ongoing struggle against poaching in this part of the world HESC tour times: 09H00, 11H00, 113H00 15H00.

Take to the skies at sunrise and gain an entirely new perspective of the South African bush. There are few things as beautiful as an African sunrise, so why not experience one from the air! Soaring along in the shadow of the majestic Drakensberg Escarpment, take a moment to breathe in the fresh morning air and enjoy the breath taking surroundings. An experienced pilot will take guests over some neighbouring private nature reserves so keep eyes peeled for wildlife too. Hot Air Balloon Ride times: (weather permitting) Summer: meet at launch site at 4.40am, flight at 5am Winter: meet at launch site at 6.10am, flight at 6.30am No children under 1.2m tall.

Jessica the hippo doesn’t know that she is one of Africa’s most dangerous animals. Rescued from a flood as a tiny baby, Jessica grew up in a local couple’s home, together with their dogs and still visits regularly though she now lives in the wild. This really is a unique opportunity to see the formidable hippo up close and learn about them from Tonie, who has many years’ hands on experience. During the visit, a short film about Jessica’s story is presented, and then guests will have the opportunity to feed Jessica one of her favourite snacks and take photos up close Jessica the Hippo times: 9H30 – 11H30 & 14H30 – 15H30 (on Sundays only 9H30 – 11H30)

This three hour course is a hands on experience that allows children to venture into the bush and learn amazing things about the animals and plants that live there. Junior Ranger Course times: Summer: 09h00 - 12h00 and 13h00 - 16h00 Winter: 09h00 - 12h00 and 12h30 - 15h30

If you love all animals, even those which aren’t cute and fluffy, we recommend a visit to the Kinyonga Reptile Park, to discover the astonishing, and deadly, variety of reptiles with which we share this environment. Learn all about these fascinating creatures with an interactive experience or simply marvel at them during a tour of the reptile park. Kinyonga Reptile Park times: 08H00 to 17H00.

A full day safari to discover the world famous Kruger National Park. There is no better way to understand and explore it than with one of our experienced and passionate guides. Kruger Park Day Tour times: Departure: 05h00 • Return: 18h00

Moholoholo is a centre for the rehabilitation and care of abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife. Wild animals are brought to the centre from all parts of South Africa to be cared for and re-introduced into their natural environment. Animals that cannot be returned to the wild due to the nature and extent of their injuries are taken care of at the centre and used to educate the many people who visit Moholoholo each year. The 2-hour tours are led by a knowledgeable guide who will introduce guests to the many residents of the centre and explain their individual stories, as well as the important work done by the centre and its staff. Moholoholo tour times: 09h30 & 15H00 (Monday to Saturday)

Immerse yourself in the African wilderness at its finest within a Nature Reserve in Greater Kruger. Revel in the solitude of the bush as you search for the elusive Big 5. AM Depart 05h00 - Safari 06h00-09h00 - Return 10h00 PM Depart 14h00 - Safari 15h00-18h00 - Return 19h00

The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest Canyon in the world with spectacular views over the landscape. The scenic Panorama Route take you to the world renowned Three Rondawels, God’s Window and Bourke’s Luck Potholes. Panorama Canyon Route times: Departure: 09h00 • Return: 17h00

Experience the life of a Ranger with one of our knowledgeable experts in this three hour course which includes a self-prepared bush lunch in the veld. Ranger Course times: Summer: 09h00 - 12h00 and 13h00 - 16h00 Winter: 09h00 - 12h00 and 12h30 - 15h30

For the particularly adventurous, a scenic microlight flight over the many private nature reserves in the Hoedspruit area will not disappoint. Alone in the microlight, apart from the pilot of course, experience one of the closest things to actually flying and get a bird’s eye view of the stunning Lowveld. Soar over the bush, free as a bird, during the 30-minute flight and look out for wildlife below. Scenic Microlight Flight times: on request, weather dependent.