DESTINATIONS IN LIMPOPO

Situated in a tropical area surrounded by scenic splendour. Makhado (previously Louis Trichardt) offers the visitor a variety of leisure activities. This small charming traditional 'boere' town settled close to the Soutpansberg (Salt pan mountain). This is South Africa’s most northern mountain range and this rugged terrain is filled with a famous tourist attraction - the giant boabab tree.

The Soutpansberg mountain range at Louis Trichardt, South Africa is 130km long and is so named because of the large salt pan situated on the western slopes. The highest point, called Lajuma is home to scores of eagles, falcons and other predatory bird species. Other bird species including the rare Red-throated Twinspot, Knysna Lourie and the Naringa Togon can be found by tourists visiting this diverse area. This makes it a prime birding spot.

Another tourist attraction to these mountains is the fact that these mountains are the spot where the largest concentration of leopard can be found - in the world!

There is an abundance of suitable accommodation to be found in Louis Trichardt, making this a prime tourist destination.

Where to stay

Choose from a wide selection of B&B's, self catering accommodation, lodges and game lodges, guest houses and backpackers.

Best time to visit

Finding itself in South Africa’s northernmost area and bisected by the tropic of Capricorn, visitors to Limpopo can expect sunshine, long summer afternoons and dry days for most of their stay.

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