There is something that speaks to the soul of a person in South Africa. The sunrise is the likes of which you aren’t likely to find elsewhere, the wildlife is unmatched, and the culture and history are deep. Visitors have access to everything from waterfalls to elephants, and it doesn’t stop there. 

The first thing you likely look at is the plethora of amazing places to stay, City Lodge Hotels have a number of locations that are more than perfect for the duration of your stay. Here are some suggestions for things that you can do when you visit Mpumalanga. 

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Loskop dam

If you can’t resist the sounds of water, then spending a day at Loskop Dam is going to take your breath away. Situated in Middelburg, the Loksop Dam has almost 70 species of mammals, including the Big 5. The animals there get a special level of protection. White Rhino, Buffalo, Leopards, Sable antelope, and Oribi numbers are declining, which makes seeing them even more special. You can book a trip to view them by boat and hire a qualified expert guide to make sure that you make the most of the time here. 

Shangana

The residents of the traditional villages of Shangana invite visitors to share in their way of life. The villages are set in among ancient trees, in reserve forests and grassland. The center of Shangana is formed of a busy African market - filled with local people who share and trade their craft. You can hire trained tour guides from here who can who lead guests down to the villages on daytime tours. If you choose a midday tour, you can enjoy some delicious lunch and the amazing Evening Festival in the Chief’s Kraal. Shangana was built by local people to display the culture and tradition to visitors and is more than worth your time. 

Boondocks Labyrinth

There is an ancient practice of labyrinth walking, it is known as laying on of feet. The Boondocks labyrinth was based on the historical labyrinth of Charles Cathedral in France. This one is based in a garden on a mountain top, nestled in ancient woodlands surrounded by Warthogs, Wildebeest, Zebra, Kudu, Monkeys, and so much more. The labyrinth is protected by a canopy of trees branches, and the natural stream that lies nearby will be your soundtrack. This spiritual place sits safely in 2200 hectares of beautiful bush and provides the perfect place for your journey to inner peace. 

Grey Rhebok Hiking Trails

For many people, the idea of hiking in new places gives a buzz of excitement. After all, there are very few ways you can really get a feel for the soul of the place, but walking will give that to you. You will likely need a 4x4 to get to the farm for the start of the hike, but you can arrange collection while there. While the trail is called the Grey Rhebok, they’re actually rarely seen, unlike the rare tree orchids, waterfalls, pom-pom forest, and clear water pools.