Blyde River Canyon
Blyde River Canyon
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Brad
Hong Kong, China178,362 contributions
Jun 2024 • Couples
Blyde River Canyon is a 26 km long canyon that is considered the 3rd largest canyon in the world behind the Grand Canyon (U.S.A.) and Fish River Canyon (Namibia) and the largest 'green' canyon in the world. It is most notable location is at a viewpoint overlooking a land formation known as the Three Rondavels. Visitors can access a designated viewpoint and visitation area along R532 called Three Rondavels and taken in spectacular views deep into the canyon, viewing the lake, canyon walls and beautiful landscape.
Note: During our most recent trip, we visited the Forever Blyde River Canyon Resort for the first time and hiked along a few of their designated trails. The Leopard Trail includes several additional viewpoints of the canyon and Three Rondavels. These were very impressive as well. Something to consider for those seeking good hiking trails during stays in the area.
Note: During our most recent trip, we visited the Forever Blyde River Canyon Resort for the first time and hiked along a few of their designated trails. The Leopard Trail includes several additional viewpoints of the canyon and Three Rondavels. These were very impressive as well. Something to consider for those seeking good hiking trails during stays in the area.
Written 7 July 2024
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Carmel M
Johannesburg, South Africa181 contributions
Dec 2019
This is quite breath taking. I could not believe it had not been here before. We had a lovely walk around and also went to the pot holes and dangled my feet in the water. Great day.
Written 1 January 2020
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krugerandmore
Mbombela, South Africa439 contributions
Mar 2021
Great views breath taking. Always go a good weather day not overcast.
Toilets need some work on. Staff friendly. Great views. Thanks
Toilets need some work on. Staff friendly. Great views. Thanks
Written 10 April 2021
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paulinehall33
Birmingham, UK445 contributions
Aug 2019 • Couples
The views here are simply stunning. They really take your breath away. A real must if travelling through this part of South Africa.
Written 4 September 2019
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JollyRungay
London, UK443 contributions
Jun 2019 • Couples
We travelled with RSD travel tour of South Africa. From Johannesburg to Destiny Lodge we stopped at Blyde River Canyon for an hour to take pictures, buy gifts at stalls and toilet break. The views across the Canyon is out of this world and so beautiful. The scenery is amazing. Lovely place to visit.
Written 20 June 2019
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Wesley Klijnstra
The Hague, The Netherlands23 contributions
Apr 2023 • Solo
Amazing place to visit, the view and the landscapes just wow, here you can see the famous mountains. just make sure you go early later in the day the clouds can spoil the view especially when you visit the place called gods window
Written 14 January 2024
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Catherine G
Nice, France2,133 contributions
Feb 2023 • Couples
What a gorgeous place. This place is the third biggest canyon of the world. The depth is impressive. The view is just amazing. I recommend this place to see. Beware of if you have children because there’s no barrier.
Written 10 February 2023
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Iolanda Guerra e Andrade
Lisbon, Portugal3,736 contributions
Jan 2020
The views were out of this world, particularly in the northern part of the Drakensberg escarpment with the amazing geological features of Bourke's luck potholes situated in the confluence of the Blyde and Treur rivers. We weren't so lucky with the God's window because of the low clouds making it impossible to see anything.
Written 19 May 2020
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Bryon P
Toronto, Canada146 contributions
May 2019
Very Scenic. A must place to stop and take pictures.We spent about 20 minutes here at a scenic lookout.
Written 5 June 2019
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Lhug143
19 contributions
Feb 2019 • Couples
If sightseeing is your think, then you will love Blyde River Canyon. A breathtakingly beautiful place indeed.
Written 16 April 2019
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How long would you suggest visiting Blyde River Canyon for? 1 or 2 days? Or even more?!
Written 13 July 2022
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