Straddling the northern Kruger Park, The Limpopo province boasts wildlife safaris and nature trails which portrays the untamed Africa and all that it has to offer. This is the land of wide-open bushveld, big-sky country, the ever-present thorn tree and the mystical baobab tree.

Major Tourist attractions:

• Makapansgat Valley
  This valley is directly linked to the history of the Cradle of Humankind, this is where, in February 1925, Professor Raymond Dart announced the discovery of the first ape-man. The caves at Makapansgat Valley have rendered fossils dating back 3, 3 million years! Stone Age and Iron Age relics have also been located here. This area is destined to become a World Heritage Site.
• Mapungubwe
  One of the most remarkable icons in Limpopo is Mapungubwe which is situated at the confluence of the Sashi and Limpopo Rivers.
  The great ruins at Mapungubwe, in the Limpopo River Valley, show the remains of the greatest South African Kingdom, which is the first kingdom to have flourished in this country. Mapungubwe shows remains of human occupation in and around the period of 850 AD (two and a half centuries before Great Zimbabwe). The most significant find at Mapungubwe was a gold rhinoceros and gold bowl dating back to around 1200AD. The artifacts at Mapungubwe illustrate a flourishing trade and an advanced social system of the African kingdoms in the 13th century.
• Modjadji Cycad Nature Reserve
  In the Lobedu Mountains, near Duiwelskloof, which is situated next to the home of the fabled rain queen, lies the Modjadji Cycad Reserve – boasting some of the oldest and largest cycad specimens on earth.
• Kruger National Park
  Spot the big five from your luxury safari tour, or go exploring on foot in the most famous game park in the world. The northern Kruger offers excellent game-viewing and world-class accommodation. A number of community lodges are also springing up, adding to the authentic African experience.
• The Ivory Route There are 54 provincial reserves, 10 of which are being developed into a series of camps that follow in the footsteps of historical characters. This is referred to as the African Ivory Route, these reserves form an arc that follows the peripheral borders of the province along Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique, and includes the northern part of the Kruger National Park.
• Bela-Bela
  Bela-Bela is known as the Warmbaths because of the hot mineral spring that it has at its centre. This part of the world offers cheap accommodation with plenty of fun for the whole family. Bela-Bela is a gateway to the southern Waterberg and the Thabazimbi.
• Lake Funduzi
  Visit the sacred burial ground of the royal Venda clan, this is the place of birth and the creation of the Venda mythology.  It is said to be protected by a python god, who had to be placated annually with gifts of beer and Virgins.
• Tha Vondo Forest
  Contains the Holy Forest and within this forest lies Mount Thate, home of the Venda’s ancestral spirits and burial site of the royals.
• Dzata Ruins
  Built in around 1700 which was once the flourishing capital of the Venda empire.  Dzata was occupied for only about 60 years and was last ruled by the great Thohoyandou who forged the Venda nation from clans already living in the Soutpansberg.
• The legendary domba dance
  Known by some as the python dance, the Domba dance is an essential ritual for the initiation of young Venda females. The dance imitates the movement of a huge snake as the young female moves around the fire singing ancient songs.
• Lapalala Wilderness
  This 25 000 hectare wilderness in the Waterberg contains rare roan and sable antelope, white and black rhino and a plethora of animals and birds. Lapalala is a sanctuary for endangered animals.
• aernertsburg
  Known as the Land of the Silver Mist, this gorgeous village in the misty Magoebaskloof Mountains near the town of Tzaneen, is famous for its cherries, azaleas and abundant flora and birdlife. This is the perfect spot for the ultimate weekend getaway.
• Nylsvlei
  Nylsvlei is a 160km nature reserve enclosing one of the most important and beautiful, wetlands in South Africa. It Offers 150 species of bird, including some of the rarest species on the planet. A wonderful campsite offers the basic amenities and the many walking trails and picnic sites are a treat.
• Hiking in Letaba
  Due to its spectacular scenery and deep forests, hiking in the Letaba region is extremely popular with visitors. The two-day Debegeni and three-day Dokolewa trails are a must. Day-walks are also on offer.
• Horse-back Safaris
  The Waterberg is recognized as one of the best places to experience horse-back safaris. There are a number of well-established options that will cater for all your needs. You will experience a tented safari camp combined with a horse-trail safari which makes it an appealing experience and offer.
• Rhino Museum
  The Lapalala Wilderness Area is a sanctuary for the wild-endangered animals and birds of this country. The world’s only dedicated Rhino Museum can be found here – and is dedicated to the achievements achieved with these animals by the founder, Clive Walker.
• Smalltown Treasures
  Limpopo Province offers the experience of enjoying the sleepy small towns and all that it has to offer you. Why not journey from one town to the next and sample the exceptional hospitality along the way. Many travelers enjoy the destinations of Haenertsberg, Elim, Vaalwater and the entire Magoebaskloof region.
• Top-class Lodges
  Limpopo province offers top-class accommodation, across the board. From colonial-type hotels to tented camps to five star safari lodges, the hospitality industry and standards are world-class.
• Art and Crafts
  The Gazankulu and Venda regions are known for their fantastic arts and crafts. Clay pots, basketwork, painting, tapestries and fabrics are all up for grabs at reasonable prices. There are a number of famous artists (sculptors) that come from the Venda region namely: Noria Mabasa and Jackson Thugwane.