Polokwane

Polokwane is your city for exploring the many highlights of Limpopo. Attractions include the wildlife and superb lodges of Waterberg, the uncrowded northern Kruger and Mapungubwe National Park, a World Heritage Site which has produced priceless gold and Iron Age artefacts. With almost year-round sunshine and clean air, Polokwane is perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. Eco and nature lovers will enjoy the many nature and game reserves within easy reach of the city. Those looking to indulge in a little retail therapy will also be spoilt for choice as Polokwane boasts four large shopping centres.

Situated on the Great North Road to Zimbabwe, Polokwane is the pulsing heart of Limpopo Province. It’s a peaceful yet progressive city whose name literally means “Place of Safety”.

At 1,280m above sea level and surrounded by scenic mountains and a vast thornveld plateau, the city and surrounding region is known for its huge variety of resident birdlife.

One of the city’s main attractions is the Polokwane Bird and Reptile Park, one of the largest municipal reserves in the country with crocs, snakes, lizards and over 280 bird species.

The surrounding region abounds with wonderful wildlife. Just to the east of Polokwane is the world-renowned Kruger National Park – perfect for a Polokwane / Safari holiday combination.

Also within easy reach is the scenic Magoebaskloof, a sub-tropical scenic rainforest with tea and coffee plantations, some of South Africa’s most beautiful gardens and excellent hiking trails.

Polokwane is the ideal gateway for visitors looking to spend some time in the other Southern African border countries as it offers easy access to Botswana, Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe and Mozambique.