Cruise on Blyde Dam & Moholoholo Rehab Centre Day Tour from Hazyview

Summary

Departing from Hazyview we travel north towards Hoedspruit to the Blyde River Canyon for an alternative look at the Dam. Board the boat for an interpretive tour with a qualified site guide who will show you the rare, living Kadishi Tufa waterfall, which at 200m (660 feet) is the 2nd tallest Tufa waterfall on earth.. An abundance of wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, primates and a diversity of birdlife, will keep you enthralled while learning more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. The Dam is the 3rd largest in the World and is the largest “green canyon” due to the subtropical foliage. The cruise takes about 1.5hrs and is followed by lunch (own account) before we head to Moholoholo Rehabilitation Centre for their tour at 15h00. Their experts will take you around the centre where some of the animals and birds might be handled depending on their condition. Learn about the rehabilitation techniques and treatment of injured, poisoned and abandoned animals & birds of prey. Depart Moholoholo for the journey back to Hazyview.

Tour info

Duration
8 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

We travel North from Hazyview to the Blyde River Canyon for an alternative look at the Dam and Canyon. Board the boat for a 1.5 hr interpretive tour. See the living Kadishi Tufa waterfall. At 200m (660 feet) its the 2nd tallest Tufa waterfall on earth. The abundance of wildlife, including hippos, crocodiles, primates and a diversity of birdlife, will keep you enthralled while hearing more about the natural history of the Blyde Canyon. It is the largest “green canyon” and the 3rd largest in the world. Stopping for lunch(own account) on our way to Moholoholo for the 15h00 tour. Passionate conservationists will take you around the centre, giving you some interesting information on the various animals and birds they have there. Learn about the rehabilitation techniques and treatment of injured, poisoned and abandoned animals & birds of prey. Youll see, lion, leopard, cheetah, hyena, Wild dog, birds of prey, vultures and honey badger. There's always something different or new as well.

What’s included?

  • National Park fees

  • Bottled water

  • All activities

  • Driver/guide

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

  • Food and drinks

  • Lunch

  • Gratuities

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 8h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

African Safari Adventures

About operator:

We are an independent owner run tours & safaris operator offering day safaris to the Kruger National Park and scenic or cultural tours in Mpumalanga. We have been in the business since 1992 and all our guides have a minimum of 15 years experience as a field guide or game ranger. We use open safari vehicles or comfortable, air-conditioned vehicles. In addition to our day tours we also arrange escorted, tailor-made tours in the Kruger, northern Zululand, Mozambique & Swaziland or self-drive holidays anywhere in South Africa

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