Cheap Flights To Hoedspruit

Hoedspruit, or "Hat Creek" in English, is a small agricultural town in the Central Lowveld of Limpopo Province located between Kruger National Park and the magnificent Blyde River Canyon. Backed by the scenic Klein Drakensberg Mountains, the town's attractions focus mainly around safari and wildlife activities along with adventure sports and outdoor fun. Kruger National Park and the private wildlife reserve surrounding the town offer great safari opportunities including horseback safaris, while Blyde River Canyon, the third largest of its kind in the world, is ideal for hiking and adventure sports.

Close to the town, a visit to the Sangana Cultural Village gives an insight into the life of the Shangaan people who are native to the area. The town offers much in the way of attractions and annual events including an annual Food and Wine Festival showing off the fresh produce grown in the area and South Africa's excellent wines. The Hoedspruit Game Festival is also a popular attraction each year with plenty of sporting activities. Music lovers can enjoy a "Woodstock" experience at the annual Rocking for Rhinos Festival, that was set up to benefit rhino conservation in the country.

Things To Do

Exciting activities and adventures are available in Hoedspruit and its surroundings, mainly focusing on outdoor fun. Enjoy adventure sports, take an exciting safari tour or fun horse ride or make a visit to a local cultural village to learn more about the local Shangaan people.

• Adventure in Blyde River Canyon

Blyde River Canyon offers many adventure opportunities, including kloofing and hiking, among unspoiled nature. There are caves to explore as well as a stream and waterholes for swimming in. A walk takes visitors to the Tufa Waterfall. Enjoy Paintball competitions out in the fresh air of the Bushveld.

• Safari on horseback

African Dream Horse Safari is a great way to learn more about horses as well as the exciting wildlife of South Africa. Enjoy riding along horse trails through the African bush or game drives through the nature reserves. Stay on the property to learn horse riding skills in the arena.

• A visit to the Shangana Cultural Village

Shangana Cultural Village was built and created by the local Shangaan people and gives visitors an insight into the way of life, crafts and culture of the people. An African market offers traditional arts and crafts for sale. Tours are available with lunch and a visit to the Chief's Kraal.

Calendar Of Events

Hoedspruit celebrates several local festivals relating to the agriculture of the area and South African wines. Another event offers the opportunity to join sport activities, while an annual music festival gives the chance to hear bands out in the fresh air.

• Food and Wine Festival: Held in June each year, visitors can enjoy delicious food and wine tasting sessions while listening to live music. There are food and wine stalls available as well as a 'kiddies corner' to keep the children amused.

• Hoedspruit Game Festival: Held every July, the Game Festival traditionally used to relate to the auction of game, but these days offers exciting free game drives, horse riding, a 4x4 course, a mountain bike race and a fun run.

• Rocking for Rhinos Festival: Held each September, this music festival is held on the outskirts of town. With between 15 and 20 local and international bands and DJ's playing, the event runs over two days and two nights and benefits rhino protection in the area.