Location: Hazyview
Top Things to do in Hazyview
Top 5 Things to do in Hazyview, South Africa
Thanks to its location just to the south of Kruger National Park, Hazyview makes a great base for safari expeditions and adventure tours. It’s an animal lover’s paradise, with opportunities to engage with elephants, ride rescue horses through the hills, spot one or more species on “The Big 5” list, and much more. You can also tour coffee farms, splash in waterfalls or sink into relaxation at an area spa.
Restaurants in Hazyview
1. Elephant Whispers
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 777 reviews
For those seeking a unique and memorable wildlife encounter, an Elephant Interaction and Ride at Elephant Whispers is an exciting and touching experience not to be missed. Situated in the Sandford Conservancy on the banks of the Sabie River in Hazyview, Mpumalanga, Elephant Whispers offers an Elephant Experience of a lifetime which will leave you with a renewed respect and admiration for these gentle giants of Africa.
Reviewed By lindymiles - San Diego, California
At this elephant rescue organization, we spent around 3 hours learning about African elephants and efforts to protect them. This organization has a small herd of adults that were rescued from a culling project in Kruger National Park a few years ago. The elephants have been gently trained to move right, left, etc., Using treats and other rewards. Petting the biggest male elephant there was the experience of a lifetime. We felt his leathery, sensitive ears and scratched behind them. We caressed his side and dropped treats into hid soft trunk which immediately conveyed them to his mouth. We felt the thick wiry hairs at the end of his tail. I loved hugging a front leg and giving him a good scratch behind it. The love for their elephants was obvious in the caretakers' actions. The owner of the site gave us an excellent lecture about elephant anatomy and conservation efforts. He told us about the overpopulation of elephants in the park and that the trees and other foliage are being severely damaged. It is difficult to sterilize wild elephants and track them. Better birth control methods must be developed.
2. Elephant Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 379 reviews
Reviewed By Pranisha108 - Johannesburg, South Africa
As part of our trip we really enjoyed this. Was so good to interact with the rescused elephants. Prior to the interaction there's a discussion on elephants in general which was very informative and interesting.Good day. Thank you for taking the time to write this review about us. We are pleased to hear that you had an amazing experience with our two boys. Regards
3. Perry's Bridge Reptile Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 148 reviews
Get up close and personal with some of South Africa and the worlds most venomous snakes! Large constrictors, lizards, tortoises, spiders, frogs and crocodilians on display, all set amongst lush tropical Gardens. A great outing for everyone, combining education and information with fun - don't miss our incredibly informative demonstrations at 11 and 3 daily, and crocodile feeding on Sundays at 2 (seasonal and weather dependent. We are so lucky to be situated centrally, with restaurants (including Spur, Kuka and Topoplinos) and a kiddies playground all within the same centre, Skyway trails right next door, and two Elephant Sanctuaries within 10km! We are also in easy reach of Sudwala Caves and the Panorama Route, and partner with Induna Adventures, Sudwala Caves, Mafunyane water park and Chimp Eden to offer you great discounts.
Reviewed By Graham W - Johannesburg, South Africa
An excellent reptile park for the kids. Its a great interactive experience for the kids, whereby they are challenged to find the reptiles. Its really educational and has a few interesting creatures.
4. Pabeni Gate Kruger National Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Reviewed By Brutus_8 - Johannesburg, South Africa
We tend to use the Phabeni Gate when we visit Kruger Park. We always find the staff really friendly and efficient. Even with the early morning rush, and long queues, staff were cheerful and friendly. From the gate, it is easy to get to Skukuza and Pretoriuskop rest camps. Some great sightings on the road.
5. Shangana Cultural Village
Overall Ratings
4 based on 62 reviews
Reviewed By Csider65 - Heysham, United Kingdom
A typically predictable holiday entertainment which reminded me of holiday camp or cheap hotels abroad style of evening shows. The young dancers were noisily enthusiastic and of course dragged people out to make fun of them to entertain the crowd. Yawn.
