The 39 Steps waterfall is a small but well shaped waterfall on the Tyhume River that winds through the arboretum, a beautiful botanical garden maintained by the Garden Club.

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Augrabies Falls

Waterfall in Augrabies Falls National Park

When the mighty Orange River is in full flood the sound of water thundering down the 56-metre high Augrabies Waterfall is deafening. It’s an awesome experience at any time of year. Called Aukoerebis(place of great noise) by the Khoi San people, the powerful flow of water gushing out from the vast granite abyss of the Orange River Gorge. Besides the falls, great sites to visit are Moon Rock, Ararat and Echo Corner. Home to a diversity of species, the Augrabies National Park and its spectacular granite gorge offers great birding, some small game, reptiles, springbok, gemsbok and giraffe and a fun hiking trail.

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Battery Creek Falls

Waterfall in Kaapsehoop

Battery Creek Falls is a spectacular 30 metre high waterfall, only a 10 minutes walk from Kaapsehoop. The waterfall sections are deep enough to swim in, but most people like to stand under the water and get a good massage.

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Berlin Falls

Waterfall in Mpumalanga

Berlin Falls is located in the Blyde River Canyon area on the Panorama route in Mpumalanga. Shaped in the form of a huge white candle, the falls flow down for 80 m into a deep dark green hole surrounded by red cliffs. The waterfall's name comes from European miners who came to try their luck in the days of the gold rush, and named individual falls after towns and places in their home countries. Visitors can enjoy a swim and a picnic around the falls, and explore the surrounding areas.

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Bridal Veil Falls

Waterfall in Sabie

The Bridal Veil Falls is approximately 6 km from the tranquil and attractive town of Sabie. The waterfall resembles a bridal veil and roars down from a spectacular height of 70 m. There is a challenging 750 m walk through a luscious indigenous forest before one can see the waterfall. The scenic walk has many streams and is covered with wild flowers and ferns.

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Carlisleshoek Waterfall

Waterfall in Rhodes

Carlisleshoek is the main route to Tiffindell Ski Resort located on the slopes of Ben McDhui. The waterfall is located at the end of the Carlisleshoek valley near the start of the concrete section of the pass.

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Debengeni Falls

Waterfall in Tzaneen

Situated near the dense forests of the Magoebaskloof, the roaring Debengeni Falls is a magical spot for picnicking or swimming in the crystal pool. Named for the deeply carved pool, Debengi means ‘place of the big pot'. Right in the middle of hiking country, it’s also renowned for some rare species of birds. One of these is the colourful Grey Wagtail, a regular summer visitor to this pool. An endemic bird that will get twitchers excited is the Bush Strike – only found here and in the Woodbush Forest nearby. Other beautiful birds to tick off are the Chorister Robin and green Narina Trogon.

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Elands River Falls

Waterfall in Waterval Boven

The Elands River Falls is one of the highest waterfalls in Mpumalanga and is situated at one of South Africa's top rock climbing destinations. With a unique split and a plummet of 70 m, Elands River Falls is just as dramatic and scenic as South Africa's highest waterfall, the 90 m Lisbon Falls. Access to the observation platform is through the old ZAZM tunnel built in the late 1800s for the rail track between the towns Waterval Onder and Waterval Boven (meaning 'above the waterfall'), now named Emgwenya (Zulu for 'place of the crocodile').

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Horseshoe Falls

Waterfall in Mpumalanga

The majestic Horseshoe Falls are found along the Sabie River and only 4 km off the Old Lydenburg Road in Mpumalanga. Visitors can enjoy a short walk through the beautiful terrain that leads to the waterfall. There is also a variety of bird life and wildlife. The waterfall receives its name from its circular appearance and has also been declared a national monument due to its unusual shape.For a small fee visitors can explore the area, enjoy a picnic, and cool down in the refreshing pools.

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Howick Falls

Waterfall in Howick

Abseil Howick FallsIf life has become a little dull, why not walk over the edge and abseil down the second tallest waterfall in South Africa. At the bottom of the thundering 107-metre-high Howick Falls, you plop into an inflatable boat that takes you to the start of an indigenous forest walk.The trail takes you through the Howick Falls Conservancy where you may catch a glimpse of nesting crowned and fish eagles. If you’re quiet you might even spot shy bush buck in the shadows. The Zulu name for Howick Falls is KwaNogqaza, meaning Place of the Tall One. According to local teachings, the plunge pool at the bottom is the home of the Inkanyamba, a Loch Ness-type creature. It is believed that only sangomas can safely approach the falls, and only to offer prayers to the Inkanyamba ancestral spirits.Contact www.spiritofadventure.co.za for abseiling: +27 (0)31 769 1981.

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Karkloof Falls

Waterfall in Howick

The Karkloof Falls is an 88m waterfall situated in the the beautiful Karkloof hills. Picnic and braai under trees surrounding the Falls. Karkloof indigenous forest offers the Karkloof Canopy Tour.

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Lisbon Falls

Waterfall in Graskop

At 92 m, the Lisbon Falls are the highest in the area. The river separates into three streams as it plunges into the pool below. These falls are located just north of Graskop.

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Lone Creek Falls

Waterfall in Mpumalanga

Lone Creek Falls is a well-known spot and is part of the waterfall route in the area of Sabie, Mpumalanga. A short 200 m walk from the parking will take you to the foot of the waterfall. If you'd like to experience the falls in solitude and away from the crowd there is a path from the parking leading to the top of the falls. The walk is not too difficult and the viewpoint will not disappoint you.

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Madonna and Child Waterfalls

Waterfall in Hogsback

Madonna and Child Falls is located in the blissful and serene village of Hogsback. The waterfall's name originates from the outcrop of rock on the face of the falls which forms the shape of a "Mother and Child". You can reach the Madonna and Child waterfall by hiking down for a moderately steep 150 m, with the assistance of stairs and handrails at particular spots. There is a longer route via the Main Road past what is known as the 'Big Tree', which is an 800-year-old yellow wood. Both routes will take you through the indigenous Tyumie forest. At the bottom of the waterfall is a pond perfect for cooling off and indulging in the peaceful surroundings. There are also other paths to further explore that stem out into the untamed forest.

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Meiringspoort Waterfall

Waterfall in De Rust

The Great Waterfall on the Meiringspoort Pass is a beautiful place to have a picnic and a refreshing swim in one of the pools. You may spot the Karoo Mermaid if you are lucky. Meiringspoort Pass is approximately 60km from Prince Albert. The geological formations are a must-see with the colours changing constantly throughout the day. Look out for rainbows and waterfalls. Meiringspoort Pass is 25km Long with 25 interestingly named drifts to traverse, each with their own story.

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39 Steps Waterfall

Augrabies Falls

Battery Creek Falls

Berlin Falls

Bridal Veil Falls

Carlisleshoek Waterfall

Debengeni Falls

Elands River Falls

Horseshoe Falls

Howick Falls

Karkloof Falls

Lisbon Falls

Lone Creek Falls

Madonna and Child Waterfalls

Meiringspoort Waterfall

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