1 day in Nelspruit & Sabie Itinerary

Nestled on the banks of the Crocodile River, Nelspruit provides visitors with a convenient base point boasting two airports and an enviable location on the road between Johannesburg and the Mozambican border.

Start off your visit on the 28th (Wed): stroll through Jane Goodall Chimpanzee Eden Sanctuary, then explore the fascinating underground world of Sudwala Caves, and then take in nature's colorful creations at Lowveld National Botanical Garden.

To find reviews, ratings, other places to visit, and tourist information, use the Nelspruit travel planner.

Johannesburg to Nelspruit is an approximately 2.5-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. In December, daytime highs in Nelspruit are 32°C, while nighttime lows are 20°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to drive to Sabie.

Sabie is a forestry town situated on the banks of the Sabie River in Mpumalanga, South Africa. To see ratings, other places to visit, where to stay, and other tourist information, refer to the Sabie road trip app.

You can drive from Nelspruit to Sabie in an hour. December in Sabie sees daily highs of 32°C and lows of 20°C at night. You'll set off for home on the 28th (Wed).