Full-Day Panorama and Blyde River Canyon Guided Tour from Nelspruit
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15 Ratings
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve
Experience the breathtaking beauty of the Panorama and Blyde River Canyon on this full-day guided tour from Nelspruit. Visit God's Window, Lisbon Falls, Bourke's Luck Potholes, and more, with time to soak in nature's beauty at each stop. Enjoy a delicious lunch at Harrie's Pancakes and return to Nelspruit in the late afternoon.
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve - A full day out with our professional guide showing the Panorama views
  • Bourkes’ Luck Potholes - Visit the start of the third largest CanyonBourke’s Luck Potholes
    Bourke’s Luck Potholes, were named after prospector Tom Bourke who discovered alluvial gold in the are during the late 1880’s Their formation is a natural phenomenon created by the swirling river water. They are found at the source of the third largest canyon in the world, the Blyde River canyon in Mpumalanga.

Located approximately 35 km north of the town of Graskop, the site has grown in popularity as one of the province’s best tourist destinations. The potholes which lie at the confluence of the Treur and Blyde rivers, were formed millions of years ago by the swirling of sand and pebbles, which resulted in the carving of the potholes into the underlying riverbed.

  • Kruger Flexi Tours - Day Tours - The Three Rondavels view point are at the beginning (or end) of the spectacular Blyde River Canyon drive on Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route. Shaped like traditional African beehive huts, the Three Rondavels form three huge pinnacles of rock rising above the canyon below. Once known as the Three Sisters, these geological formations are one of the many natural highlights along Mpumalanga’s Panorama Route.When you stand on the viewpoint, 1 380m above sea level with the Blyde River Canyon below, you’ll still be looking up at those three distinctive peaks which tower 700m above the surrounding countryside. Be surefooted at the viewpoint, especially as there’s no rail. Expect spectacular African sunsets if you’re there as the sun goes down.
  • Lisbon Falls - Lisbon Falls is the highest and most dramatic waterfall at a striking 90m high, forming part of the \
What's Included
  • Local guide
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Driver/guide
  • Lunch
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks, unless specified
  • Gratuities
Additional Information

During this tour you will visit the Small Drakensberg range viewing God’s window, Lisbon falls, Bourke’s Luck potholes as well as the Blyde river canyon. You will stop at all these sites where you will get time to take in and enjoy natures beauty about 40 minutes at each stop.

During this busy day you’ll stop at Harrie’s pancakes for a delicious and very needed lunch on the way back from the canyon. Continue with the tour, making your way back home, to Nelspruit in the late afternoon.

  • A minimum of 2 people per booking is required
Location
Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve
R543,
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Annakiza
Aug 28, 2022
Great views, great driver, great food!! Amazing day! - Amazing day with Dave! He gave us a lot information about all sights we visited, he was full of energy and we loved this day. When we told him that on coming Monday my 6year old would celebrate her birthday he sang her a birthday song, bought her a gift from a local market, even had the ladies in the restaurant sing her the birthday song, in a special African way (!), and make a pancake for her, that was a great surprise for all of us! All the views were amazing and all information and jokes coming from Dave made this day unforgettable!
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Carolynp116
Jul 15, 2022
A Must-Do Excursion - Dave was amazing!! He made our experience truly memorable!! We saw everything and a few hidden gems of this area of the country! We would HIGHLY recommend this excursion!!
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Veronicah1689
Apr 28, 2022
Panorama Route - A photo does not do justice to the most spectacular landscape I have experienced. Don't delay booking. - The whole experience was awesome and the most spectacular sight for me was the Three Rondavals. The other sites were beautiful as well. Dave our guide was friendly and never stopped sharing his knowledge throughout the tour. There is nothing I would change about the tour.
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Kenneth_a
Apr 4, 2022
The perfect tour with the best guide - My partner and I went on this tour on Friday 1st April (2022) and it was the perfect day. I had been wanting to visit Mpumalanga and the surroundings of the Blyde River Canyon for over 20 years, and it surpassed all expectations. We were picked up from our hotel in the morning and dropped off in the afternoon. All communications and information were well considered and we knew we'd be in good hands before we even started. Dave was the perfect tour guide - engaging, informative, funny and friendly. As well as knowing the area like the back of his hand, he also seemed to know so many of the locals we met, and they all seemed to love him. We went to some breathtakingly beautiful spots, and Dave struck the ideal balance between giving us guidance, direction and good company, while also giving us our own time to explore and enjoy as a couple. The tour was very well planned and smoothly run - all entry fees were included and handled without us needing to carry any cash - and the tour also included a delicious lunch. One of the best things about this tour was that we had most of the beautiful spots either completely or almost to ourselves, and then each time we left a spot, many others would be just arriving - Dave clearly knew where to go and when to be there to maximise our time and experience. By the end of the day, Dave felt more like a friend than a tour guide, and we were almost sad to say goodbye. A perfect day from start to finish, and one we'll remember forever, as we got engaged at the Three Rondavels viewpoint! A huge thanks to Dave, and an unreserved recommendation to anyone reading this and considering the tour - definitely do it!
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Ycalu
Mar 9, 2022
Breathtaking - Amazing day tour, fully recommend. The tour started at the planned time and Dave was exceptional during the all day, making the trip very interactive and relaxed at the same time. amazing sites and breathtaking views are the main attraction. time fore exploring and pictures was always available without any rush - definitely awesome thank you very much for such a great day.
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Hansie849
Sep 20, 2021
Happy - Dave is such r natural in his field, enjoyed our trip..the secret waterfall was the highlight of my day
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Sbonelon736
Sep 13, 2021
Exceptional - Our Tour Guide did an exceptional job. We enjoyed our trip. Our stay at the hotel was also pleasant.
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Dimitrii_russia
May 8, 2021
Definitely a tour and a guide to recommend! - That was a great day, and I can't imagine a possible better way to spend travelling through panoramic road. Gorgeous views and places to see and a perfect guide: knowledgeable, interesting, insightful and caring. Great stories about each of the places, on history and country in general. Thanks for humor and care.
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Pmocholo
Apr 3, 2021
Excellent - We loved the on time efficient professionalism and energy Kruger Flexi Tour Dave gave us. 100% value for money! Highly recommended 👌
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Asiven2021
Apr 3, 2021
Lovely Mpumalanga tour - We had the best time with “Chana ”. He was very professional and fun at the same time. This was probably the best tour we have ever done. Wonderful stories and surprises along the way, he is the guide of the year in our eyes. Thank you my Chana. Definitely recommend this for everyone
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