Activities for All
Lephalale is located in the Limpopo Province on the Mokolo River, which is a tributary of the Limpopo River. Though small in size, Lephalale has within its lush locale activities for all. From outdoor activities that include fishing in the Mokolo Dam, practising your golf techniques on the Mogol Golf Course to hiking in the D’Nyala Nature Reserve, your thirst for fun activities will definitely be quenched.
For those looking to dial back the adrenaline, there are plenty of bird watching opportunities, hiking and peaceful picnic spots, from which to take in the tranquil surrounds of the coal mining town. Lephalale also shares a border with Botswana, which is approximately 60 km from the Limpopo town.
Visitors Can Explore
If holidays without a generous helping of historical artefacts is something you cannot imagine, rest assured knowing that Lephalale’s neighbouring attractions have you covered. With several caves in close proximity showcasing the captivating rock art left by the San people, who occupied the region millennia ago, you will have the dual pleasure of experiencing a feast for the eyes and the mind.
Setswana, which is a language spoken by more than 5 million people in Southern Africa, including Botswana, is the language from which Lephalale derived its name. Lephalale means ‘to flow’ and succinctly captures what visitors will do as they explore the diverse landscape of the region.
Lephalale has everything from colourful cafes and quaint restaurants to satisfy the food cravings of every visitor to the craft workshop and shop, which visitors can browse through in search of the perfect memento. Made even more significant by the knowledge that the craft store is a community upliftment project dedicated to empowering individuals in the rural community.
Lephalale is also known for its coal mining industry, a significant contributor to the economy of the Limpopo town. The Kumba Grootgeluk open-cast mine, the largest of its kind in South Africa, provides high-quality coal to Mittal Steel South Africa and ISCOR in Tshwane. The world's largest dry-cooled power station is also located here at the Matimba Power Station.
D'Nyala Nature Reserve
Visitors to Lephalale can explore the nearby D'Nyala Nature Reserve, which is ideal for hiking, horse trails, picnics, and bird watching. Game viewing is another option to pique the interest of any animal lover.
Animals that can be seen here include the waterbuck, white rhino, giraffe, zebra, eland and nyala. Predators include the leopard, brown hyena and smaller cat species.
The two game viewing hides that overlook the open plains and Tabotie River beds are ideal for game spotting, especially during the winter months.
When in Lephalale you can explore a range of activities and sites that are bound to appeal to the whole family.