Limpopo Province Overview

Previously called the Northern Province, Limpopo is a land of beautiful and contrasting landscape, which is typical of Africa hence it has become a favourite destination for leisure and adventure travellers worldwide.

Come to a region of infinite scenic beauty with a great diversity of natural and manmade attractions, rich cultural heritage and an abundance of wildlife and nature-based tourism opportunities.

Our network of protected areas and nature reserves are amongst the best in the African continent. Through these nature reserves, we seek to preserve our natural heritage for future generations and for sharing with the international community.

We have spectacular mountain scenery, which beckons hikers, climbers and bikers while mystic cultural destinations intrigue both local and international tourists. The game viewing is absolutely fantastic and possibly the best in the country hence we are the preferred Eco-tourism destination in Southern Africa.

Limpopo Province is located in the far Northern part of South Africa sharing borders with three neighboring Countries, namely Botswana, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Hence the Province is also known as the gateway to other African Countries. The Province also shares provincial Borders with Gauteng, Mpumalanga and North West provinces.

Limpopo landscape and vegetation varies from one area to the other. The vegetation ranges from Tropical Forests, Bush and Shrubs to Semi desert areas with small trees and bushes. The landscape also ranges from Mountainous to flat land.

Limpopo is divided into five Regions strategically located according to the cultural inhabitants. Capricorn is the central region predominantly occupied by Bapedi People, Waterberg is the Largest region in the province with the majority of people being the Batswana people. Vhembe region in the far north is dominated by vhavenda and Vatsonga people. Mopani Region towards the Kruger National Park is dominated by Vatsonga whereas Sekhukhuni Region is dominated by Bapedi and Ndebele people.

Limpopo is the only Province in South Africa with more than two cultural groups staying together in their original habitat in Harmony. Other ethnic groups include the English and Afrikaner people.

English is regarded as a business language but other native languages of the province include, Tshivenda, Sepedi, Xitsonga, Setswana, Isindebele and Afrikaans.

Limpopo has a predominant Christian religion society; however there are other traditional religions such as Muslim and Hindu.

Most of the businesses operate normally from 09:00am to 17:00pm. Most of the businesses also accept Credit Cards and Visa Cards. National Banks are also available and they offer services of international standards e.g. FNB, Standard Bank, Nedbank, African Bank and ABSA. 

Limpopo land area takes 123 910square kms with a population of 5 274million. Polokwane International Airport is the main airport with other local airport such as Eastgate airport in Hoedspruit and Kruger National Park Airport in Phalaborwa.

The Province has a network of tarred roads covering the entire area including the tarred road inside the Kruger National Park.

Internet operates in all areas and there are internet cafes available in major towns around the province. The value added tax is charged at 14%. Visitors may claim VAT refunds at major border posts and at international airports on departure from South Africa.