Jun 2, 2019 | Things to in and around Nelspruit
When on holiday or just away for the weekend nobody want to think of illness or accidents. But accidents happen and people do get sick so it’s good to know where to go for the best medical care. Nelspruit has several emergency services centres to choose from, all offering super care. And the town also has a number of ambulance services available.
At Nelspruit Lodge, we have a list of all of Nelspruit’s emergency services and to give you a little more insight into where you can medical assistance when you are new to the town.
Urgent Care
Urgent Care opened its doors in 2014 and is centrally located. It was opened in conjunction with an Urgent Care run ER facility at Medi-Clinic. The idea of Urgent Care is to handle all kinds of non-life threatening illness or injuries. The facility is open between 8h00 am and 8h30 pm every day, and that includes weekend and public holidays. The facility is easily accessible for both patients and emergency vehicles. The medical facility is accessible for young and old, and it caters to patients in wheelchairs. The facility provides the convenience of a pharmacy, x-ray rooms and a laboratory in the same building. The general practitioners at Urgent Care are proficient in handling most cases that are not life-threatening. At this facility, there is no need for appointments.
Nelmed Medi-Cross
Nelmed Group Practice is part of the Medi-Cross Group and offers non-stop medical services. At Nelmed they offer services by appointment and they also assist walk in illness or emergency patients. The doctors at this facility also do not offer life threatening services but are equipped to assist with lacerations, illnesses and fractures. The facility has a pharmacy on the premises, a laboratory, as well as an x-ray department. Nelmed is open seven days a week from 7h00 in the morning to 8h00 at night. They have their own parking area which includes parking for the disabled as well as ambulances. In the same building, there is a dentist, optician, orthopaedic surgeon and ear institute. These facilities are open from Monday to Friday only.
WeCare
WeCare is another modern medical facility in Nelspruit that offers excellent medical services. Their facility is conveniently situated in the Busamed Lowveld Hospital. They established the care centre in 2012. The practice is open 08h00 to 18h00 from Monday to Friday and on Saturdays from 8h00 to 12h00. The patients visiting this facility need to make appointments unless it is an emergency consultation. WeCare has a laboratory and orthotist on the premises and an x-ray department and pharmacy is within walking distance. At WeCare they are capable of taking care of minor lacerations and fractures as well as doing child immunizations. They also offer diabetic management at their facility.
When staying at Nelspruit Lodge, you’ll be treated to the very best accommodation in Nelspruit, while there are shops, restaurants and other exciting things to do within walking distance. Contact us today for more information or to book your stay.
Nov 28, 2018 | Nelspruit Lodge, Uncategorized
A lot of our visitors ask us about Nelspruit’s nightlight. It’s only natural that when visiting a new town, or revisiting it for that matter, that you will want to spend at least one night out on the town!
Now, Nelspruit has never been overly well known for having much of an exciting nightlife. In fact, many a young person would describe the town as quite dull. But we disagree. There is plenty to do in the evenings when in Nelspruit and the surrounding areas, especially if you are a foodie.
So, to help you guide yourself around our ever growing little city, we are going to share some of the best places to spend an evening out.
- Picasso’s
Okay, so it’s not in Nelspruit. It’s a 25 minute drive away in the chic town of White River, just up the mountain in the cooler, fresh air. But Picasso’s is an amazing place to spend your evening. The vibe is jumping, the people are friendly and the food is Mexican. What more could you ask for? Picasso’s has been able to perfectly balance that city feeling with the laidback Lowveld atmosphere to create a relaxed eatery that is unique to our part of the world. The menu is flavourful and affordable, making it the perfect place to relax and grab a spicy bite.
3. Gumtreez
While in White River, let’s stay there for a bit. Just across the road from Picasso’s, you’ll find Gumtreez. Aptly named after the stunning Blue Gum Trees that sway in the breeze, sheltering the outdoor dining area, this eatery is more of a bar than a restaurant but the food is to die for. Instead of visiting in the evening, it might be best to pop in on a Saturday afternoon, and just soak up that quiet, relaxed feeling you’ll enjoy the moment you walk in.
4. Kuzuri
Just down the road from Nelspruit Lodge lies the upmarket, fashionable restaurant Kuzuri. Known for its stylish ambience and exciting menu, Kuzuri has been a favourite among many a local diner looking for a more formal and romantic atmosphere. It’s literally a walk away although we suggest driving as you’ll be so full of good food, walking back won’t sound like such a romantic option!
5. The Jock
This pub and grill will come up time and again on all sorts of lists. It is a much-loved Lowveld favourite and its location, as well as its chilled vibe, makes it incredibly popular among both young and old locals. The menu here is hearty and you can never think that they are anything but over generous with their portions. It’s a great place to treat yourself to lunch while at night it’s the best place to have a drink.
We might not be the biggest city in the country, but we know how to entertain…and how to prepare some amazing food.
And after all of your adventuring, you can retire to the comfort of your Nelspruit accommodation and unwind.
Nov 25, 2018 | Nelspruit Lodge, Uncategorized
Summers in Nelspruit are truly something else. They provide the perfect beach weather, without the beach. We have the humidity, the blazing sunlit days and even the palm trees. The only thing we lack is the sea. But that aside, summer is without a doubt our favourite season and one that brings a lot of business to our city!
When the summer break comes, the best place to book your Nelspruit accommodation is at Nelspruit Lodge. We have air conditioned bedrooms and a swimming pool. Outdoor meals and cool evening breezes. We have everything you could need to stay cool and relaxed during your summer holiday in Nelspruit.
Temperatures
We have the pleasure of enjoying a far longer summer than most parts of South Africa. While many parts of the country have only 3 months out of the year that can be called summer, we have up to 6 months of delightful heat (delightful depending on who you ask).
The summer temperatures often soar to 35 degrees Celsius or more. And this is not your average kind of heat. Instead, it is accompanied by humidity that will make you want to spend each afternoon lazing in our pool. When the sun sets each evening, the temperature tends to stay toasty and you can expect the temperatures to remain in the high 20’s.
Rainfall
We live in a summer rainfall region. Summers in our part of the world also often end with quick and temperamental thundershowers. The clouds can be seen forming early in the afternoon and they are quite incredible to watch. On average our part of the world receives 780 mm of rain each year.
Into January, one of our hottest months, the local rivers will often flood. Seeing the roaring Crocodile River in flood is quite a sight. Guests to the town can visit the Lowveld Botanical Gardens to get the best sights of this raging river. A visit to the gardens is a must for anyone interested in seeing the indigenous plants in full bloom.
What to do during the summer
Once the days start slowing down and becoming longer than usual, getting out there and exploring is a must for every holiday maker. Apart from seeing all of the local historical towns or hitting the shops, you might want to soak up some of the precious sunlight and just relax.
There are two ways you can do this. Firstly, our town is surrounded by some of the most picturesque dams. You don’t have to pay a cent to visit certain dams and you can spend the whole day close to the waters edge, swimming, tanning and enjoying a braai. We recommend visiting Witklip dam, which you can easily find out on the Sabie Road.
The other option is to head to the Mafunyane Water Park at Riverside Mall. You can take a dip in the swimming pools or get your heart pumping on the water slides.
Summer is the best time to enjoy a holiday in Nelspruit and the best place to book your comfortable Nelspruit accommodation would be at our lodge. We’ll keep you cool in the heat!
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