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Land of the Silver Mist Haenertsburg lies on the slopes of the Wolkberg mountain range between Polokwane and Tzaneen. Perched up in the hills, Haenertsburg looks like a little piece of Austria transplanted into Africa. From the wide expanses of bushveld usually found in the Limpopo province, the picturesque village of Haenertsburg is a welcome oasis of forest patches, lush green grasslands and rolling hills. It is therefore no surprise that the town is a popular destination for cyclists, hikers and all-round nature lovers. The Louis Changuion Hiking Trail offers an exhilarating walk through the unique Haenertsburg Grasslands and Ebenezer Dam provides a wonderful place for water sports. The…

Tzaneen is situated in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. The town is the second largest, after Polokwane, in the Mopani District of the Province and is described as a sub-tropical garden town, producing just about anything sub-tropical coffee, tea, avocados, citrus fruit, nuts, mangoes and litchis. It is set at the foot of the Wolkberg Mountains in the northern reaches of the Drankensberg range and offers visitors an almost constant change of scenery from mountain ranges to plantations and unspoilt natural environment. A 40 km circular drive around Tzaneen passes woodland, streams and farming landscapes. In fact, Tzaneen is regarded as one of the most attractive recreation and tourist areas in the country. Tzaneen has developed into a popular tourist center, both as a stopover to…

The Tzaneen Dam Nature Reserve is situated in the Limpopo Province, South Africa. The Tzaneen Dam, which used to be known as the Fanie Botha Dam is about 12 km square and forms part of the Tzaneen Dam Nature Reserve, making the Reserve a popular fishing and birdwatching spot. Lying just 10 km north-west of the town of Tzaneen, the Dam is surrounded by tropical plantations and the area offers warm weather and water temperatures throughout the year. Swimming in shallow water however is not recommended as hippo and crocodile are known residents of the Dam. Take along your binoculars to view the hippos from afar! Fishing enthusiasts describe the waters as “quiet simply the best place for carp fishing in Africa”. The Dam is well stocked with Florida strain Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth…