| The Blyde River Canyon is a magnificent natural | | | | species that can be seen in South Africa including |
| feature of South Africa located in Mpumalanga, and | | | | Vervet monkeys and Samango monkeys. The |
| forming the northern part of the Darkensberg | | | | diversity of birdlife is similarly high , including the |
| escarpment. Awe-inspiring views over the 33km long | | | | beautiful and much sought Narina Trogon. |
| chasm provide some indication of the magnitude of | | | | Where the Blyde River and the Treur River meet, |
| this natural phenomenon. It is the third largest | | | | water erosion has formed one of the most |
| Canyon in the world and the only green Canyon on | | | | remarkable geological phenomena in the country |
| Earth. | | | | ,known as the Bourkes Luck Potholes. Over thousand |
| The area is a popular South African hiking destination | | | | of years , surreal cylindrical rock sculptures , created |
| not only because of its breathtaking scenic beauty | | | | by whirling water, have formed a series of dark pools |
| but also because of the wealth of biodiversity it | | | | which contrast artfully with the streaked white and |
| supports. There are countless hiking-trails navigating | | | | yellow lichen covered rocks. The region is also |
| the breathtaking nature around the canyon. The | | | | famous for its countless spectacular waterfalls which |
| most popular hike is surely the Blyderiverspoort Hiking | | | | are really worth a visit. Visitors can take pleasure in |
| Trail which takes about five days and runs the length | | | | the exciting activities available along the Blyde River |
| of the canyon. But can be split into shorter | | | | Canyon. Camp out and enjoy a fresh meal of trout, |
| excursions from 3 days to 1 day, or even a half-day, | | | | or jump into one of the many waterfall pools to cool |
| to cater for all ages and fitness level. The trail takes | | | | off after an exhausting hike in the deep forest trails . |
| in the canyon itself, waterfalls, lookout points and | | | | It is also a popular White Water Rafting site and |
| bridges. These hikes are particularly good for | | | | there are numerous operators providing day and |
| bird-watchers. There are spots along the trail offering | | | | overnight rafting expeditions. |
| abseiling and rock climbing for the more adventurous | | | | Thus Blyde River Canyon holds a revelation of |
| hiker. | | | | stunning scenery, great opportunities for seeing flora |
| Viewpoints are named for the spectacles they offer | | | | and fauna , plenty of time to enjoy the lush |
| such as God's window and Wonder view both of | | | | surroundings and great outdoor activities. Its close |
| which provides wonderful views and fabulous | | | | proximity to Kruger National park makes this a |
| opportunities for the camera.. One of the best | | | | convenient post-safari scenic stopover. |
| panoramic vantage points is the "Three Rondavels". | | | | It is the multiple attractions that make South Africa |
| Three hilltops that look like African round-huts which | | | | one of the most visited and traveled countries of the |
| are called Rondavels. On nice days you can see the | | | | world. There are nearly all big airlines that fly to South |
| sparkling river deep down in the gorge and you will | | | | Africa. The direct flights to South Africa are provided |
| experience the breathtaking silence that hangs over | | | | by British Airway's and indirect by many including |
| the unique landscape. | | | | KLM, Etihad Airways, Emirates Airlines and the list |
| The Blyde River Canyon supports large diversity of | | | | goes on. For fare comparison between South Africa |
| life, including numerous fish and antelope species as | | | | flights offered from UK airports with leading airlines |
| well as Hippos and Crocodiles and every primate | | | | visit Cheap flights to South Africa. |