The Blyde River Canyon is a 26km long1] Canyonlocated in Mpumalanga, South Africa. It is the one of the larger canyons on Earth but much smaller than those of Asia, the Grand Canyon and the Fish River Canyon.[1 Unlike the Grand and Fish River Canyon, the Blyde River Canyon is a "green canyon" which is dominated by subtropical vegetation. The canyon forms part of the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve.
The Blyde River Canyon passes a rock formation known as the "Three Rondavels". So named as the formation resembles three African-style houses or rondavels. This canyon is part of the Panorama Route. This route starts at the town Graskop and includes God's Window, the Pinnacle and Bourke's...
Read moreThe views are incredible. it is a whole family setting and very well kept and such a lovely place to visit in Mpumalanga. The geological features are a marvel and the water is pristine. Our country has some hidden gems and this is one of them. From Dullstroom the vegetation is green and gives you a sense of grandeur. Drive slow and take as many pictures as possible. Just be wary when there is fog and mist. Drive slow because the roads are not the best ad potholes creep up on you. It is worth the...
Read moreOne of the most beautiful places you will visit. The canyon is spectacular! Breathtaking! Naturally sculpted land features so beautiful they look fake. Do hike the canyon starting from the trails at Blyde River Forever Resort. You will lose count of the gorgeous waterfalls that you will come across…complete with picturesque plunge pools for an...
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