Every good morning at sunrise, our balloons depart from our launch site near Hoedspruit. Experience this epic feeling with us! We have been offering one hour long flights over the scenic, Lowveld section of the Blyde River, West of Hoedspruit since 2003. The terrain is a mixture of farmland and private nature reserves at the foot of the Drakensberg Escarpment. Although it is not a “big 5” safari flight, this location has proven to be the most popular in the Hoedspruit area and in the Lowveld, for that matter. The Escarpment forms an amphitheater at this location, providing safe shelter from the prevailing winds. Having experimented with different areas in…

Magoebaskloof Hiking Trail lies in the incredible Magoebaskloof forest near the small town of Hanaertsburg on the way to Tzaneen in Limpopo. It is a magical gem full of indigenous forest, pine plantation, crystal clear streams and waterfalls. There are a number of huts available and thus one can hike anywhere from 1-5 days with a variety of routes. Although the trail can only be hiked in one direction, it can be made to be circular, so it would be convenient to organise the same starting & end point.

In the verdant beauty of the Magoebaskloof, which is in the splendour of the northern part of the Drakensberg Mountain Range, is Debengeni Falls. This waterfall is an idyllic example of the untouched, untainted appeal of Limpopo Province. The Ramadipha River tumbles 80 metres into the massive bowl of water at its base, demonstrating the unharnessed power of nature. Did you know?There are no lifeguards on duty and the rocks at the bottom of the falls are slippery. So, visitors should stay alert and safety conscious at all times. The Debengeni Falls are a fabulous spot for picnics as they provide a stunning backdrop while enjoying snacks and refreshments with friends. The cool…

Adventure activities available to day visitors, holidaymakers, youth groups, and corporate clients include: The Magoebaskloof Canopy Tour, White water Tubing, Abseiling, Climbing wall, Mountain Biking, Hiking, Paintball, Kloofing or Canyoning and more. Canopy Tours Experience the thrill of sliding through the forest on a 2.5 hour Tarzan and Jane style adventure!  Magoebaskloof Canopy Tours will take you into a previously inaccessible realm of nature, moving you between platforms built high within the upper level of indigenous forests and ancient mountain cliffs. Each platform is joined by our spectacular ‘foefie’ cable slide high above the sparkling river, waterfalls and forest floor.  Relax and absorb the tranquillity of your natural surroundings on…

Come and join Hope for Wildlife Helicopter services on an unforgettable helicopter tour over the Panorama Route and Greater Kruger area and see for yourself where the new Mission Impossible 8 movie has been filmed! Their experienced pilot and guide will take you on an exhilarating journey from the Lowveld to one of the largest canyons on earth! The Blyde River canyon may be the largest “green canyon” due to its lush subtropical vegetation. This magnificent canyon is largely untouched by humans and is a wonder to experience from the helicopter. It has some of the deepest impetuous cliffs of any canyon. On route to the canyon you get to…

Horse trails are guided and for experienced riders only. Enjoy an unparalleled horseback safari experience as we guide you on a trail through Moholoholo Mountain View, which hosts 3 of the “Big 5” African animals, as well as a bounty of other wildlife. If your longing is for crisp air and open vistas, we will guide you on a scenic ride through the foothills of the Limpopo Drakensberg Mountains, at the foot of the spectacular Mariepskop. Note: Khaya Hanci reserves the right to determine riders’ experience levels through a questionnaire or pre-trail demonstration.

For those who yearn for bit of pampering, the five-star Kukura Wellness Spa at Kilima Private Game Reserve is a just 10-minute drive away on a neighboring reserve, promising a day of relaxation in opulent resort surroundings. Kukura Wellness Spa is proud to announce that they have won the 2021 Leaders in Luxury award for the Most Outstanding Wellness Spa – Limpopo Province, as well as the 2021 Les Nouvelles Esthetiques Award.

Another must-see near SanWild is the the legendary Giant Baobab tree. If you wish to be safe from a crocodile attack; drink water that this tree’s seeds have been soaked in but beware just dare pick a single flower haunted by evil spirits that only blooms for a day and you will be eaten by a lion! Such are the superstitions that surround the powers of the Baobab Tree that native legend explains was uprooted by the Gods and shoved back upside down in African soil to cease its complaining hence the appearance of the root-like branches that remain leafless in the sky for most of the year. This ‘Tree…

The small ghost town of Leydsdorp, which borders the Sanctuary, was once a bustling hub of gold mining activity and a “city” from which president Paul Kruger governed South Africa during the Boer War more than a century ago. The gold ran out pretty quickly and South Africa’s version of a “wild west” town was soon abandoned to life as a time capsule. Today just handful of residents run the restored hotel and bar, which are said to be haunted by ghosts. During your stay with us, we will take you for a drink in that very place, with wooden floors trod on by miners and the counter where they…