Apr 30, 2018 | Nelspruit Accommodation, Nelspruit Lodge
The bustling urban landmark that is Nelspruit is never without more than just a few things to do. Situated perfectly in between some of the best tourist attractions in the province, Nelspruit is the place to stay when you want to add a variety of things to do to your agenda.
Planning a holiday trip to Nelspruit doesn’t just require careful planning of your Nelspruit accommodation, but it also includes knowing what there is to do in the area. This doesn’t mean that you have to have the perfectly planned bucket list, but it certainly does help to have a well-informed idea about what the city has to offer in terms of entertainment and things to see.
Visitors are not all going to be same when it comes to what they would like to do while here. The more social visitor might want to hit up the best bars and restaurants in town, while those seeking some quiet time will probably want to find the best places to go hiking.
In our list of the best things to do in Nelspruit, we’ll include a little bit of everything, so that you have more of a variety. We do advise that you take advantage of central Nelspruit accommodation. It can come in very handy to not have to travel out of town or deep into unfamiliar suburbs.
- Go on that safari you’ve been dreaming about
If this is your first visit to Nelspruit, know that the famous Kruger National Park is just around the corner. Less than two hours away lies one of South Africa’s biggest tourist attractions and you’ll regret not spending at least a day there. You have the option of self-driving tours of the park, or you can book a tour with one of the many reputable safari companies in the area.
- Spend a day having a picnic
This has to be one of the best places to go in Nelspruit if you are looking to get a bit outdoorsy. The Lowveld National Botanical Gardens is a haven of quiet space in the middle of a busy city. You can literally get lost here, so don’t go off the beaten track. Under the massive trees you can find numerous places to enjoy a picnic, so pack some snacks and head to the gardens.
- A day in the caves
Did you know that the surrounding areas of the town are considered to be some of the oldest in the world? There are countless geological sites here, including the GeoTrail on the other side of Barberton. But you don’t have to travel that far to take a peek back into history. The Sudwala Caves are a huge attraction and you can spend a whole day here, taking tours of the cave and enjoying the other activities.
- Take a trip to the falls
The surrounding areas are well known for spectacular natural scenery, including numerous waterfalls. Visiting places such as Sabie and Graskop, even just for a day, will give you plenty of time to travel from waterfall to waterfall.
When you book your Nelspruit accommodation at Nelspruit Lodge, we’d be more than happy to give you great advice about the best things to do while you are here.
Apr 18, 2018 | Accommodation in Nelspruit, Nelspruit Accommodation, Nelspruit Lodge
Nelspruit Lodge has become the preferred accommodation in Nelspruit for guests enjoying a holiday, business people looking for a night’s lodgings and just about any company looking for the ideal place to host a conference.
And over the years we’ve watched Nelspruit grow and change in numerous ways, transforming from a small town into a decent sized city. Attracting people looking for a slower paced lifestyle, but one that is not completely dead, Nelspruit has become the place many people from bigger cities, such as Johannesburg, choose to make a life for themselves.
Nelspruit has a rich history, and it’s located in a part of South Africa that has seen gold rushes, wars, republics and revolution. While choosing your accommodation in Nelspruit, you might be interested in learning a little bit about our town.
Nelspruit is the gateway to Mpumalanga and an important landmark for anyone on their way to the beautiful Kruger National Park. In many ways, we could easily be a beach town, if we had an ocean that is. The temperatures here are always mild, except in summer, when they are beyond humid. But you can quickly acclimatise, especially if you are staying at Nelspruit Lodge, where we have a summer pool and air conditioning.
Everything about our part of the world screams sub-tropical. We have palms lining our major streets and just on the outskirts of town, you will see countless sub-tropical fruit trees. Oranges, mangoes, avocados and bananas are some of our biggest exports. And you will always find the freshest fruits in our shops and along the roads.
The history of the town dates back to 1895 when the brothers Nel visited the area with their cattle every winter. It is after them that the town is named. The earlier years of the town were marred by war. Nelspruit was briefly the seat of the Boer Republic’s government and after the war, prospectors in search of gold moved into the area. The nearby towns of Barberton and Pilgrims Rest were mining towns, but Nelspruit was the central point for those in search of riches.
The history of the town is a mixture of Dutch, Swazi, Tsonga, English, and later on, Portuguese influences. The town is a melting pot of cultures and unlike other places in South Africa, it plays host to many Mozambican visitors, who add to the vibrant, unique atmosphere that our town is so popular for having.
Nelspruit is no longer officially called Nelspruit. Today, we are officially Mbombela after a High Court approved the name change in May 2014. But few people refer to the city using its new name.
In many ways, our miniature city is a tourist destination. Travellers stop over here before heading to the Kruger National Park or to Mozambique and in turn, Mozambican visitors give our local economy a much-appreciated boost!
And as a stopover, we have some of the best accommodation.
Accommodation in Nelspruit is as varied as opting for a rustic, hippy backpackers lodge or a more comfortable, luxury hotel, such as Nelspruit Lodge. If you are soon to find yourself in our part of the world, be sure to take advantage of our affordable accommodation!
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