Bourke's Luck Potholes
Bourke's Luck Potholes - Escarpment, Mpumalanga © Bourke's Luck Potholes
Bourke's Luck Potholes, were named after prospector Tom Bourke who discovered alluvial gold in the are during the late 1880's Their formation is a natural phenomenon created by the swirling river water. They are found at the source of the third largest canyon in the world, the Blyde River canyon in Mpumalanga.
Located approximately 35 km north of the town of Graskop, the site has grown
in popularity as one of the province's best tourist destinations. The potholes
which lie at the confluence of the Treur and Blyde rivers, were formed millions
of years ago by the swirling of sand and pebbles, which resulted in the carving
of the potholes into the underlying riverbed.
The site is managed by the Mpumalanga Parks Board and a nominal entrance fee
applies. A 700 m long circular path, with a number of pedestrian bridges over
the river direct visitors towards the best vantage points. Bourke's Luck
Potholes also feature an interesting and informative visitors centre, which
sheds light on the natural history of the region, as well as providing an
introduction to the early inhabitants of the region, the San. Also featured at
the centre are a series of fauna and flora displays. For more information,
contact the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency at (013) 759 5300 or send an
email to info@mtpa.co.za.
Accommodation Near Bourke's Luck Potholes
umVangati House
Bed & Breakfast Accommodation in Blyde River Canyon Area
16.3km from Bourke's Luck PotholesumVangati House provides stunning and exclusive bed and breakfast accommmodation in the Hoedspruit District in the Limpopo province. Tucked away in the heart of the Blyde River Canyon, one of South Africa's most glorious scenic destinations, umVangati... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Amafu Forest Lodge
Game Reserve And Bush Lodge Accommodation in Blyde River Canyon Area
16.9km from Bourke's Luck PotholesAmafu Forest Lodge provides authentic self catering bush lodge accommodation in Kampersrus, in the Blyde River Canyon area in the Valley of the Olifants region of Limpopo. Choose from 7 chalets, being either a 2-sleeper, 4-sleeper or 8-sleeper. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
Thaba Tsweni Lodge & Safaris
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Graskop
18.1km from Bourke's Luck PotholesOur luxury self catering chalets, have their own gardens with barbeque facilities and secure undercover parking. Each fully equipped chalet includes either one or two bedrooms, a lounge with fireplace and satellite television to get our local ... …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
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Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Ohrigstad
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Mogodi Lodge
Self Catering House, Cottage, Chalet Accommodation in Graskop
27.1km from Bourke's Luck PotholesSuperbly situated just fifty metres from the Graskop Gorge Falls with a magnificent view over the Mpumalanga Lowveld. An ideal location for guests to enjoy the abundant natural beauty. …see more for bookings / enquiries and info.
