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'PLACE OF THE RISING SUN!' Formally known as Eastern Transvaal, Mpumalanga is considered to be one of the most geographically diverse and unbelievably beautiful places in South Africa.

Wildlife

The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks among the best in Africa! Established in 1898 to protect the wildlife of the South African Lowveld, this national park of nearly 2 million hectares, is unrivalled in the diversity of its life forms and is a world leader in advanced environmental management techniques and policies.

Adventure

Mpumalanga offers the adventure enthusiast countless exciting activities, from rock climbing at Waterval Boven to fly fishing in Dullstroom & even hiking through the Blyde River Canyon - whatever gets your adrenaline pumping, Mpumalanga has just the right adventure for you!.

Scenery

For more than four billion years the forces of nature have moulded this region and created some of the most breathtaking attractions in Africa, from the beautifully sculptured cylindrical rocks of Bourkes Luck Potholes to the panoramic views of the lowveld, mountains, rivers and waterfalls that can be seen from God's Window - Mpumalanga scenery is truly a sight to behold!

Culture

Much like South Africa as a whole, Mpumalanga is a melting pot of cultures. From the sea faring Hindus that arrived over 40,000 years ago and built temples and astronomic observatories on the mountain tops, modern day Mpumalanga has artists routes, township tours, labyrinths, shopping centres, casinos and the magnificent Mbombela Stadium. The province's rich culture continues to thrive.

Heritage

Events like the beginnings of oxygen producing plants, ancient tribes roaming the lands, the legends of King Solomon’s mines and Queen Sheba. Tracks mark the land caused by the Voortrekkers who forged their way up the country, the Boer War that followed the trek, and the gold rush that consumed the area. Clashes of culture and ideology during apartheid, its eradication. All of these iconic events took place in Mpumalanga. Needless to say, Mpumalanga is steeped in history.

Travel inspiration

Springtime Escapes in Mpumalanga

Spring in Mpumalanga holds a beauty that you don’t see in every other season. As the landscape ...

Springtime Activities in Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga is known for its temperate climate, however Springtime in Mpumalanga holds a special k...

Relax & Indulge in Four Mpumalanga Spa Venues

There’s nothing better than the day out with the girls at the spa! Can we hear an AMEN?! It’s...

Proudly Women Owned Mpumalanga Businesses

Women’s month is a month of celebrating all females, particularly those woman entrepreneurs rig...

Winter Adventure in Mpumalanga

Winter in Mpumalanga is hardly winter at all! Spoiled with sunshine and warm days, Mpumalanga is ...

Mandela Month and Mpumalanga

What better way to celebrate Nelson Mandlea, a man of such great stature, than to visit cultural ...

Places to Visit this Winter in Mpumalanga

Mpumalanga is a treasure trove for the adventurous at heart. If you’re looking to get out of th...

WINTER HOLIDAYS IN MPUMALANGA

The winter months bring with it either the need to hibernate in a warm and cosy spot, or the need...

Nature Reserves of Mpumalanga

There’s no better way to get close to nature than spending some time in a nature reserve. The a...

Gert Sibande District Highlights

The Gert Sibande District is one of 3 districts in the Mpumalanga province. Formally known as the...

Museums of Mpumalanga

Museums are a space where history, knowledge, interest and awakening come together. Without museu...

Experience Mpumalanga, Be Forever Changed

Mpumalanga is spoiled with spaces and places that offer soul rejuvenating and life altering exper...

Our Provincial Parks

The parks and conservation areas that fall under the jurisdiction of the Agency play a vital role in stimulating and maintaining economic growth for the province, and are the backbone of the biodiversity initiatives which are critical to sustainable development and conservation.

Andover

Andover is an unspoiled Nature Reserve, situated amidst the Kruger national Park, Sabi Sands and Timbavati Game Reserve ...

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Barberton Nature Reserve

The Barberton Nature Reserve covers an area of 27 541 ha. The reserve is situated in an area of great landscape beauty a...

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Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve

The Blyde River Canyon is the third largest canyon in the world 26 946 ha, after the Grand Canyon in the United States a...

View Park Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve

Loskop Dam Nature Reserve

One of Mpumalanga’s most attractive reserves, Loskop Dam Nature Reserve covers an area of 23 612 ha and lies aroun...

View Park Loskop Dam Nature Reserve

Mahushe Shongwe Nature Reserve

Mahushe Shongwe Nature Reserve is located in the Lowveld in Malelane in the far eastern sector of the Mpumalanga Pr...

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Manyeleti Nature Reserve

Manyeleti, meaning “place of stars” in the local Shangaan language, will reward you with a Big 5star bushvel...

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Mkhombo Nature Reserve

Mkhombo is a large, 11 223 ha reserve, which is somewhat unique in that it conserves an easterly Kalahari thornveld envi...

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Mthethomusha Nature Reserve

Mthethomusha Nature Reserve is located within the Ehlanzeni South Region and is one of the three Community Conservation ...

View Park Mthethomusha Nature Reserve

Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve

The Nooigedacht Dam Nature Reserve is 3 000 hectare in size and centrally located in the Highveld approximately 10km nor...

View Park Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve

Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve

A relatively small, 2536 hectare reserve, is situated in magnificent mountain scenery against the Drakensberg escarpment...

View Park Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve

Songimvelo Nature Reserve and Kromdraai Camp

The Songimvelo Nature Reserve is 48000 hectare, the largest provincial nature game reserve in Mpumalanga South Africa, a...

View Park Songimvelo Nature Reserve and Kromdraai Camp

SS Skhosana Nature Reserve

The SS Skhosana Nature Reserve, the cultural heartlands of the vibrant Ndebele Tribe is a protected area just outside of...

View Park SS Skhosana Nature Reserve

Verloren Vallei

The Verloren Vallei Nature Reserve is an internationally recognized wetland reserve with high biological diversity. This...

View Park Verloren Vallei

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Call to MSME's to Apply for the Quality Assurance Financial Support Programme

17
Jul

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) invites eligible tourism Micro, Small and Medium E...

Sanganai / Hlanganani World Travel Expo Application Form

13
Jul

Application forms for the Sanganai / Hlanganani World Travel Expo

Application Form to Participate in the Wildlife Donation Programme 2026/2027

30
Apr

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency invites interested parties to participate in Wildlife Don...

Call for Participation in the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency Wildlife Donation Programme 2026/2027

30
Apr

The aim of the MTPA wildlife donation programme is to redress te exclusion of the HDIs from the g...

Invitation to Exhibit at Bushfire 2026

28
Apr

Mpumalanga Tour Operators are invited to apply to exhibit under the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks ...

Invitation to bid for 5 concession businesses

10
Mar

Illegal commercial activities at Loskop Dam are prohibited and unlawful

24
Feb

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) cautions members of the public that the illegalhar...

Application Form for Africa's Travel Indaba 2026

28
Jan

Click on the link below to download the application form for Africa's Travel Indaba 2026

Due to filming taking place at the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve ( Swadini viewpoint), the Mpumalanga Tourism and parks Agency (MTPA) will temporarily close access on the following dates.

15
Jan

Temporary closure of additional sites managed by MTPA due to heavy rains

13
Jan

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) wishes to inform tourists and members of the publi...

Letter to Stakeholders regarding 2026 filming at Swadini

09
Jan

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (the MTPA) signed a Media Production Facilities Agreement...

Application For Traversing In Manyeleti Nature Reserve

04
Jun

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