3 days in Mpumalanga Itinerary

Barberton is a town in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa, which has its origin in the 1880s gold rush in the region. Start off your visit on the 20th (Fri): trek along Barberton Makhonjwa Geotrail and then examine the collection at Barberton Museum.

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Johannesburg to Barberton is an approximately 4-hour car ride. You can also do a combination of flight and car. Plan for a bit warmer nights when traveling from Johannesburg in September since evenings lows in Barberton dip to 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 20th (Fri) early enough to travel to Pilgrim's Rest.

Pilgrim’s Rest is a small town in the Mpumalanga province of South Africa which is protected as a provincial heritage site. Start off your visit on the 21st (Sat): explore the striking landscape at Three Roundavels and then explore the stunning scenery at Blyde River Canyon Nature Reserve. On your second day here, tour the pleasant surroundings at Wonder View, explore the striking landscape at Bourkes' Luck Potholes, take a memorable drive along Panorama Route, then enjoy breathtaking views from God's Window, and finally make a trip to Pilgrims Rest.

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Drive from Barberton to Pilgrim's Rest in 2.5 hours. In September, daily temperatures in Pilgrim's Rest can reach 32°C, while at night they dip to 15°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to travel back home.