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ilanda Guest House Renews TGCSA Grading – Proudly a 4 Star Guest House in White River
We are delighted to announce that ilanda Guest House has once again been awarded a 4 star grading by the Tourism Grading Council of...
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2025 MP Enduro #2 at White River MTO Trails
The second round of the Mpumalanga Enduro Series hits White River at MTO Trails on the 17 August 2025, promising an action-packed day...
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Free Entry to Kruger National Park During SA National Parks Week 2025
From 22 to 26 September 2025 South African National Parks (SANParks) is once again offering free access to Kruger National Park as well...
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White River Tourist Information Office in Casterbridge Lifestyle Centre
Find the White River Tourist Information Office and how it can help you plan your visit to Mpumalanga and White River.
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Coolmore 64 is closed from 7 to 28 August 2025
The Coolmore 64 restaurant is closed for the annual break from 7 August until 28 August 2025. Though there isn't quite a replacement for...
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Delicious Takeaway Pizza in White River from 64 Coolmore
If you’re staying at ilanda Guest House and craving authentic, freshly made pizza, look no further than 64 Coolmore . Known for their...
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Your Ideal Mpumalanga Weekend Accommodation
Looking for the perfect place to spend a relaxing weekend in Mpumalanga? Whether you’re planning a romantic escape, a family break, or a...
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A free illustrated checklist of dragonfly and damselfly for the Lowveld Botanical Garden
Visiting the Lowveld Botanical Garden is not only about plants and trees. Great discoveries and joy can be had by paying attention to...
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Casambo Exclusive Guest Lodge Permanently Closed
Casambo Exclusive Guest Lodge was a Lodge popular with local Lowvelders. It was especially known for its Jam Sessions with local...
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State of the Vaalhoek Road on the Panorama Route in winter 2025
The Vaalhoek road between Pilgrim’s Rest and The Bourke’s Luck Potholes is one of the most scenic roads on the Panorama Route and...
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Hulala Lakeside Lodge Closed, Re-opened in 2025 as Kruger Island Resort
Hulala Lakeside Lodge was a 4-star hotel located on the picturesque Da Gama between White River and Hazyview on the R40. Hulala Lakeside...
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Potluck Boskombuis - a now closed Panorama Route Gem
Potluck Boskombuis (Potluck Bush Kitchen in Afrikaans) closed in March 2020. It was a beloved bush restaurant on the R532 road of the...
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Mafunyane Water Park is permanently close
Since April 2025 the beloved Mafunyane Water Park in Nelspruit has closed its doors due to rising water, electricity and rental costs. Named after a legendary Kruger Park Tusker (old male elephant with notable tusks), the park had many slides such as Laughing Hyena, Zooming Zebras or Happy Hippo. Mafunyane Park was conveniently located in Nelspruit’s Riverside Mall, next to the R40. Unfortunately, the area does not have a water park of the same calibre. Smaller water parks su
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El Roi Guest Lodge in White River has closed
El Roi Guest Lodge has unfortunately closed early in 2025. El Roi was a popular family owned accommodation in White River, close to the...
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Monkey Thorn Guest Lodge temporarily closed
We occasionally have enquiries about the status of Monkey Thorn Guest Lodge nearby. At the time of writing (July 2025), Monkey Thorn...
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Sabie Tourism Temporarily Closed
As of July 2025, the Sabie Tourism Office next to SPAR is closed. For permits, visit the Forestry Museum.
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Uplands Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory Open Day – 15 August 2025
Discover the Uplands Pre-Preparatory and Preparatory Open Day in White River on 15 August 2025. Explore a leading educational environment for children aged 18 months to Grade 7.
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The Plantsman Eatery – Garden-Style Breakfast Bliss in White River
If you're looking for a peaceful breakfast spot in White River with excellent food and a lush garden atmosphere, look no further than The...
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Panorama Route Road Upgrades: Much Needed Upgrades Coming to the Kruger Lowveld Region
In a welcome development for residents & tourists, the South African National Roads Agency (SANRAL) has announced a significant upgrade of roads across the Kruger Lowveld region.
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Celebrate World Environment Day at the GRBI/Mbombela June Fun Run 2025
Celebrate World Environment Day at the Mbombela June Fun Run on 7 June 2025. Join a 3km or 4.9km run at Riverside Reserve with food, music, kids' fun and free entry.
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