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Leopard's Lair Bush Lodge is situated in Hoedspruit, the heart of the Lowveld, and offers the perfect accommodation option for your Kruger National Park trip or to visit the Blyde River Canyon. Our friendly staff will assist with bookings to any of the below attractions.
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We offer sunrise or sunset game drives on Pridelands in the Greater Kruger Park. Our game drives offer you the opportunity to see the Big 5, wild dog and cheetah. Elephants are abundant on Pridelands and often seen swimming in the waterholes.
Our game drives last about three hours with a coffee break at a quiet place in the bush. We are very respectful towards the animals and our guides will focus on your enjoyment and safety during your safari.
For those looking for a thrill beyond the excitement of Big Five sightings on a game drive vehicle, a guided bush walk offers an opportunity to connect with the African bush on an intimate level. Focus on the smaller things like birds, insects and plants with a possibility of encountering big game on foot. Learn how to track animals using their prints on your 3 hour morning bush walk. Looking for a unique African experience? Expand your Sunset Game Drive on Pridelands to include an unforgettable bush braai.
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Embark on an unforgettable boat cruise while enjoying the splendour of the third largest canyon in the world. Close encounters with crocodile, hippo and elephant, as well as the diverse bird species will keep you entertained while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. The tour guide will take you to the rare living Kadishi Tufa waterfall and the Three Rondawels.
The Panorama Route is one of the most scenic self-drive routes in South Africa, exploring the Mpumalanga highlands and the rugged mountains of the Drakensberg Escarpment. The Panorama Route's popularity has much to do with its proximity to the Kruger National Park. It is often part and parcel of any organised trip to the game reserve.
The world-renowned Kruger National Park offers a wildlife experience that ranks with the best in Africa. A self-drive safari in Kruger National Park is an affordable and flexible way to see wildlife at your own pace, or you can book an exclusive safari with a experienced guide.
Take to the sky in a hot air balloon for the experience of your life! Sun Catchers Hot Air Ballooning offers one-hour long flights from Hoedspruit over the scenic Blyde River. The terrain is a mixture of farmland and private nature reserves at the foot of the Drakensberg Escarpment, offering you opportunities to view the Big Five.
Take your adventure to new heights, literally, with this exhilarating zipline experience! The first of its kind in Hoedspruit. Soar above the canopy and glide over wildlife with nothing but the mountain air rushing past you and panoramic views stretching in every direction. A brilliant 258m zipline that runs from the highest peak towards the mountain, giving the perfect Panoramic views of the mountains.
Down to the Wire is a conservation-driven initiative transforming tragedy into hope. They recycle cruel snares—once used to trap wildlife—into beautiful, one-of-a-kind jewelry and curio items. Every creation tells a story of survival and directly funds rescue operations for animals harmed by snaring. Join a Down to the Wire workshop and craft your own piece of meaningful jewelry from a reclaimed snare.
A visit to the Moholoholo Wildlife Rehabilitation Centre is a moving and worthwhile experience The centre provides a home for abandoned, injured and poisoned wildlife and is a respected contributor to wildlife conservation. Animals that you may see are lion, leopard, serval, cheetah, hyena, honey badger, eagles, vultures and various baby animals.
Scenic helicopter flights from Hoedspruit over the Blyde River Canyon and the Greater Kruger. There is no better way to take in this part of the world than from the air. Along the way you will look down on the Three Rondavels, the Kadishi Tufa Waterfall, Bourke's Luck Potholes and the Panorama Route, with a good chance of spotting game below.
The Hoedspruit Reptile Centre is dedicated to conservation through education and research. They offer a wide variety of educational programs and training for all ages. The Centre is an accredited ISZS (International Society of Zoological Sciences) facility that is dedicated solely to the preservation and conservation of reptiles.
Step into the heart of adventure at the Graskop Gorge Lift Company, strategically positioned along the iconic Panorama Route. Discover a world of adventure, featuring the scenic Cliff Walk, breathtaking Viewing Lift, and Forest Exploration. Experience the pulse-pounding Big Swing, exhilarating Zipline, and picturesque Suspension Bridge.
Hoedspruit Padel offers the complete and only Padel and Pickle Ball sports centre in Hoedspruit. Spend quality time with the people you love, engage in a spirited game of Padel to get your heart rate going, followed by enjoying a cold one with mates, indulge in a good ol’ burger or pizza, and rally behind your favourite sports teams in the company of loved ones.
