Things to do in Hoedspruit – South Africa
What can you do in Hoedspruit? We say plenty, from the local restaurants that provide tasty food and music nights to a walk through the market that suppliers local products and crafts Our hosts can help you book all safaris and activities during your stay at Homes of Africa, but you do not have to reserve in advance for all activities. After booking one of the holiday homes we will tell you exactly which activities are useful to book in advance to ensure no disappointment and to secure your activity. As well as which activities you can undertake during your holiday without a reservation. Hoedspruit is a child friendly village and provides plenty activities for kids to do daily. All activities that you can undertake with kids can be found here. In addition, game drives can be booked which are kid friendly which is an absolute must experience. Naturally, a day trip to the Kruger Park and Panorama Route in your own rental car can always be done with children if you prefer the comfort of your own vehicle. We are happy to help you organize the best activities and safaris in Hoedspruit.
DISCOVER THE WILDLIFE OF SOUTH AFRICA
Safari
Kruger Park
A unique chance to meet the Big 5 closeby, in its own habitat, either by your own car or an organized trip in a safari truck (game drive).
Game Drive
Enjoy the South African sunset and spot the big 5 on a Guided game drive
Bush Walk
A ranger will guide you, by foot, through the bush and encover (little) natures beauty, but perhaps also get eye in eye with the Big-5!
RELAXING & ADVENTURE FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Activities
Blyde River Canyon
Boating, walking or driving through one of the most beautiful and biggest canyons of the world.
Jessica the Hippo
Meet up with Jessica, the sweetest hippo in the world. You can feed, stroke and even carress her!
Moholoholo
Get to learn everything about the wildlife of South Africa in this magnificant wildlife sanctuary.
Magoebaskloof Adventure
Seeking adventure, excitement, a challenge combined with a fantastic nature? Try rafting, quadbike riding, strum or abseilen bij Magoebaskloof.
Panorama route
Drive through one of the most beautiful roads of South Africa. Discover Gods Window, the Three Rondavels en other splendid points of view.
Pilgrim’s Rest
Travel back in time within this authentic mining village. Crowded with tourists, but defenitely worth a visit.
Hot air ballooning
Absorb the beauty, being in a hot air balloon, watching the grand sunrise over the Blyde River Canyon.
Microlight
Flying with a small airplane (microlight) over the Bush and the Blyde River Canyon.
Kinyonga Reptile Centre
Uncover the wonderful world of reptiles in this stunning and educational park.
Elephant Ride
Interaction with an elephant, and…………. a ride on the back of one of these incredible animals.
Cheetah Project
At the Information Centre of Hoedspruit you get to know everything you would like to know about the cheetah.
Horse Riding
Discover nature and wildlife of South Africa with a horse ride!
Mountain Biking
Mountain biking with wildlife and South African bush around you, unforgettable!
Big Baobab Tree – Hoedspruit
Have a lovely lunch with a magnificent view on the Big Baobab Tree in Hoedspruit.
Running
Running around your own villa through South African nature with (harmless) around you, an unique experience!
Nyani Cultural Village
South African traditions, dance and food. Experience it and enjoy South Africa!
Big Swing – Graskop
Experience a 68 metre freefall at the Big Swing in Graskop, part of the Panorama Route.
Hlokomela
Hlokomela is an aids project in the Hoedspruit region and worth visiting during a stay.