Blyde River Canyon

The Blyde River Canyon is one of the largest canyons in the world, some would go so far as to say that it is the third largest in the world, but this depends on your definition of canyon. All you need to do to get some idea of just how incredible the views in the canyon are is take note of a couple of the view points’ names, “God’s Window” and “Wonder View”. There are numerous guided walks that take place in the canyon and are a definite must do for anyone traveling even remotely close to the area. With all the walking and beautiful views, you’re sure to be very short on breath.

Another option is to drive along the public road that is the western boundary of the canyon. The road has many lookout points that are sure to be good for a picture or twenty. If you have the means, the best way to see the Blyde River Canyon is to fly over it in a microlight. You’ll be able to see every aspect of the beautiful canyon, all its lush green vegetation, amazing rock formations formed over thousands of years, as well as the many primates and birds that enjoy life in the area.

Blyde River Canyon Attractions

The major attraction and reason to visit the Blyde River Canyon is for the spectacular views, without a doubt. Other than this, however, you can see stone pillars reaching out of the canyon; the “Pinnacle” is the best example of one of these. The “Three Rondavels” are another rock formation worthy of note; they are named for the traditional homes that their shape resembles. The Kadishi Waterfall is 200m waterfall that has carved its way through the surrounding rock and resembles a face that is crying, resulting in another name for the waterfall, “the weeping face of nature”. The potholes at Borke’s Luck, where the Blyde and Treur Rivers meet, have a network of walkways above them and are also definitely worth a visit.