Kruger National Park
Nelspruit is a gateway city to the wild expanses of the Kruger National Park, an iconic stretch of landscape that is home to a plethora of exotic creatures and plants. Watch out for the legendary Big 5.
Lose yourself in a world that quivers with exotic African wildlife and unfolds like a fresh spring blossom, bursting open in a dazzling kaleidoscope of cocoa, emerald, and gold. Nelspruit is the capital of the Mpumalanga province and home to over 220,000 residents. Attractions include the iconic Kruger National Park, Nelspruit Nature Reserve, and Lowveld Botanical Garden.
Prepare yourself for an unforgettable journey into the wild paradise of Mpumalanga with cheap flights to Nelspruit. Nelspruit is home to Nelspruit Airport (NLP), but the city is mainly served by Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP), which is 30-minute drive from the city centre.
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Nelspruit is a gateway city to the wild expanses of the Kruger National Park, an iconic stretch of landscape that is home to a plethora of exotic creatures and plants. Watch out for the legendary Big 5.
It is the only botanical garden in Mpumalanga. Hugging the Crocodile River, it is an awe-inspiring Eden of over 2000 plant species and the largest collection of cycads in Africa.
Home to a diverse range of bird species, Nelspruit Nature Reserve is a hotspot for birdwatchers and nature lovers. Wander along green trails searching for Purple-crested turacos and Golden Weavers.
Essential details you need to know before your trip
Country | South Africa |
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Currency | South African Rand |
Language | SiSwati / iSiZulu / iSiNdebele / English |
Hub Airport | Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport (MQP) |
Airline | South African Airways |
Time Zone | GMT + 2 |
Travel Adaptor | Type C / D / M / N |
Nelspruit experiences a humid subtropical climate, with hot summers and mild winters. Average temperatures range from 29 degrees Celsius in summer to 7 degrees Celsius in winter. Considerable rain falls from October to February. Winter (June to August) is the best time to visit for pleasant temperatures and superb animal viewing. Humidity is low, temperatures are pleasantly warm, and animals tend to congregate around water sources during these months. Notable events include Innibos Kunstefees, an art and culture festival that happens during June and July. For cheap flights to Nelspruit, the best time to visit between April and August.
Average temperature (°C) & rainfall (mm) per month
Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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Low °C | 18°C | 18°C | 17°C | 14°C | 10°C | 7°C | 7°C | 9°C | 12°C | 15°C | 16°C | 18°C |
High °C | 29°C | 29°C | 28°C | 26°C | 25°C | 23°C | 23°C | 24°C | 26°C | 27°C | 27°C | 28°C |
Rainfall (mm) | 130 | 116 | 90 | 51 | 20 | 11 | 11 | 14 | 35 | 74 | 116 | 128 |
Mpumalanga (Zulu for “the place where the sun rises”) is the cultural heartland and wild frontier of South Africa.
It is place of golden mornings, balmy afternoons, and star filled nights. A place where jagged mountains laced with gold and cascading waterfalls slope into valleys and grasslands abloom with exotic wildlife and the sweet scent of citrus and jasmine.
Nelspruit is the capital of this emerald utopia and serves as a gateway to the iconic Kruger National Park and surrounding province. The Alkmaar and Bushlane 4x4 trails traverse some of the most diverse areas of the Lowveld; passing through macadamia nut and citrus fruit orchards, across gushing rivers, and over rocky paths.
The Sudwala Caves are the oldest caves on earth, estimated to be over 3000 million years old. The Crystal Tour is a captivating adventure into the heart of these underground caves.
Lindenau hiking trail, Uitsoek hiking trail, and the Mankele MTB trails also offer exhilarating journeys through the natural landscape. Keep a lookout for ancient San art on cave walls and overhangs.
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