Mpumalanga Parks Week 2025: Free access to 10 Nature Reserves across the province!

The Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) has officially announced the dates for the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2025. From 08 September to 12 September 2025, visitors will enjoy free day access to selected provincial nature reserves in Mpumalanga.
This annual initiative, celebrated each September, aims to raise tourism awareness among locals and to encourage South Africans to explore the breathtaking natural attractions and wildlife experiences the province has to offer.
A total of ten provincial nature reserves will participate in the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2025, offering free entry for day visitors only. Normal accommodation rates will still apply for those wishing to extend their stay and enjoy an overnight experience in the reserves.

Participating Nature Reserves in Mpumalanga Parks Week 2025:

• Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve
• Free access for the public: 10 September 2025
• Special access for school groups: 11 September 2025
• Manyeleti Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Ohrigstad Dam Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Songimvelo Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Kromdraai Camp (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Nooitgedacht Dam Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Loskop Dam Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Mkhombo Nature Reserve (08 – 12 September 2025)
• Mahushe Shongwe Nature Reserve (08 – 11 September 2025)
• SS Skosana Nature Reserve (08 September, 10 September & 11 September 2025)

Why you shouldn’t miss the Mpumalanga Parks Week 2025:

Mpumalanga is one of South Africa’s most diverse provinces, home to dramatic landscapes, waterfalls, big game, and rich cultural heritage.The Mpumalanga Parks Week is the perfect opportunity for families, schools, and nature lovers to:

• Discover affordable travel experiences close to home
• Enjoy wildlife viewing, birding, hiking, and outdoor adventures
• Experience the beauty of Mpumalanga's iconic reserves, including the world-famous Blyde River Canyon and the Manyeleti Nature Reserve

 

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