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Capital of Mpumalanga province in South Africa
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Mbombela, formerly known and still often referred to as Nelspruit, is in the Mpumalanga province. Mbombela is a major stopover point for tourists travelling to Kruger National Park and to Mozambique. Other tourism attractions nearby include Sudwala Caves, and God's Window in the Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve, a lookout point which provides a panoramic view over the famous Drakensberg Escarpment.
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It has a tropical atmosphere. It's on the road to White River before you get to the casino. Has several loop walks, bridges and waterfalls with several interpretive signs. There is a cost of admission, and like in many parts of South Africa a tip for the car minders. It can feel quiet and isolated, and there is no real security to speak of. Set in 154 hectares of land along the eastern bank of the Crocodile River, it hosts around 500 species of plant species indigenous to the area.
Water slides and pools to play in.
Try your luck at gaming, or there are the Movies at Emnotweni, stores, and restaurants on the premises, too.
São's Pregos
This establishment is practically a historical fixture of Nelspruit. Initially operating out of a caravan in the Pick 'n' Pay parking lot in the 90s, now a shopfront, São's pregos will not disappoint for a spicy lunch. Friendly service and reasonable prices.
Accommodation lies within the huge, peaceful garden with acres of lawn creating wide open space. Large parking area and good security. All rooms, rondavels, regular bedrooms and cabins have bathrooms en suite, as well as heaters and fans. Several are equipped with tea/coffee facilities, fridge, television and microwave.
Also has private rooms.
Camping, single/double rooms.
Also has private single/double rooms. Has a swimming pool.
A large regional shopping mall.
Has a Game store and a Pick n Pay.
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By train
ShosholozaMeyl operates regular trains west to Johannesburg via Middelburg, Witbank and Pretoria, and east to Komatipoort on the border with Mozambique.
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