9 days in Tzaneen & Hoedspruit Itinerary

Tzaneen is a large tropical garden town situated in the Mopani District Municipality of the Limpopo province in South Africa. Kick off your visit on the 18th (Tue): relax and rejuvenate at Earth Spa and then explore the different attractions at Vervet Monkey Foundation. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: stroll the grounds of Haenertsburg Cemetery, take in the dramatic scenery at Debengeni Waterfall, and then get a dose of the wild on Magoebaskloof Canopy Tours.

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Johannesburg to Tzaneen is an approximately 4.5-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of flight and car. Traveling from Johannesburg in August, plan for somewhat warmer nights in Tzaneen, with lows around 13°C. You will have some time to spend on the 20th (Thu) before leaving for Hoedspruit.

Hoedspruit offers proximity to Kruger National Park and features an airport, making it a popular jump-off point for a variety of tours and safaris.

Explore Hoedspruit's surroundings by going to Kruger National Park (Game drives at Phalaborwa Gate in Kruger National Park, Olifants Wilderness Trail, &more), Graskop (Panorama Route & Wonder View) and Bourkes' Luck Potholes (in Moremela). There's still lots to do: tour the pleasant surroundings at Moholoholo Animal Rehabilitation Centre, look for gifts at Kumbaya Home Decor, take in panoramic vistas at God's Window, and explore the stunning scenery at Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve.

To see maps, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, refer to the Hoedspruit sightseeing planner.

You can drive from Tzaneen to Hoedspruit in 1.5 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 29°C, and evening lows to 12°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 26th (Wed) so you can travel back home.