Surrounded by mountains, green plantations and farmlands, and home to a rich cultural history, Mbombela is a big city with a small town feel that has become a great place to visit. Mbombela is able to serve up a holiday experience that suits both the holiday maker who is looking for a quiet, nature filled getaway and those who are looking for a more urban adventure.
Along with being able to offer guests a memorable stay, Mbombela accommodation consists of some of the best places to stay in the country. From franchise style hotels and lodges to small, homely bed and breakfasts tucked away in the idyllic countryside, Mbombela is a great place to head for a peaceful break away from the world.
Each year, Mbombela welcomes all sorts of guests, both locals and international travellers. As a city in the heart of the bushveld, Mbombela is in a perfect position to cater to those who are arriving in the area to visit places like the Kruger National Park. With the city being just about an hour’s drive away, guests can stock up on what they need or they can even use Mbombela as a base from which to see the many interesting sights in the surrounding area.
What makes Mbombela Different?
Over the last 10 years, Mbombela has grown in leaps and bounds. It went from the small town with little to offer, to a bustling urban city. All throughout its transformation, the city has managed to hold onto its rustic roots, with much of its accommodation and many of its best places to eat being built incorporate into the great outdoors.
Unlike many of the other nearby towns, Mbombela has a lot more to see and do, and having the extra variety makes it a great place to visit.
Mbombela’s proximity to historical towns and places like the Kruger National Park, Barberton and Kaapsehoop, is another reason why you should come and have your holiday here.
Mbombela is an affordable place to stay, and given the fact that it is quite close to the cities of Gauteng, it is a great place to head for a weekend away or for a business trip.
Things to Do Close to Mbombela
Many who are attracted to Mbombela choose to come here to have that outdoor experience and escape from the city. The most popular thing to do while in the area is to go on a hike or to have a picnic under the forest trees.
One of the most exciting things to do, when you find yourself in our neck of the woods, is to head to Sabie, a small town about 45 minutes from Mbombela which has become quite famous for its waterfalls. Mpumalanga province is home to the majority of the country’s waterfalls and Sabie is where you’ll see them.
Hiking is another popular past time for those visiting. Some trails require a permit while others are free to use. Whichever option you go for, make sure that you are always respectful of the nature that you come across when you are out on the trail.
