If you've fallen in love with Hoedspruit, you share a common passion with a world-famous celebrity. Tom Cruise stayed at the luxury Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate while filming Mission: Impossible 8. He expressed an interest in moving to South Africa. With so many appealing adventure activities, the Limpopo town would be an ideal fit. And even for you! Your mission, should you choose to accept it, is to discover all the adrenaline-pumping pursuits the area has to offer.
Safari drives and walks: In Hoedspruit, you'll get up close and personal with incredible fauna (including the famous Big Five) and flora. There are several lodges and game reserves offering guided walks and open safari vehicle drives with wonderful photographic opportunities. The rush of these animal sightings can also be enjoyed at wildlife estates in and around the town.
Archery: There's a real thrill in hitting a target and you can get in on the action at Hoedspruit Centershot Archery Club. Located at Hoedspruit Christian School, a qualified instructor offers classes to the young and old alike. Enquire further at the school for more information.
Hiking: Hoedspruit is surrounded by natural beauty. Grab your backpack and hiking poles and get exploring. Blyde Canyon Nature Reserve's trails are a great place to start. However, you can also discover more spots on the Hoedspruit Hiking Club's Facebook page.
Biking: Trail riding and mountain biking are popular adventure activities in Hoedspruit. At Leadwood Big Game Estate and Raptor's View Wildlife Estate, you can get in some exercise while taking in the area's delightful scenery.
Boat cruise: Discover the largest 'green canyon' in the world on an exciting boat tour of Blyderivierpoort Dam in Blyde River Canyon. Depending on your chosen operator, you'll get local insight into the area and see the canyon's lush foliage and waterfall.
Flight: Why not take to the sky? Leading Edge Flight School can whisk you off for flight training or flying safaris. Get dramatic views of the African bushveld and Blyde River Canyon that will stay with your forever. Microlight and light sport aeroplanes are available.
Horseback riding: Go on a safari adventure in a unique way at African Dream Horse Safari. Conveniently located on Hoedspruit Wildlife Estate, you can trot on horse trails through the bush or improve your horse riding skills during jumping and flatwork lessons.
Hot air ballooning: The splendour of Hoedspruit's terrain is also a pleasure in a colourful hot air balloon. Cast your fears aside and let the ebb and flow of this flight dazzle you with views of farmland and private nature reserves. Sun Catchers is a notable operator for this in the area.
Paintball: Brush away any frustrations and worries with a game of extreme paintball in bushveld surroundings. Fierce or friendly, you'll be sure to get the endorphins stirring. The course lies behind the mini-golf course of Swadini, A Forever Resort. Contact Blyde Canyon Adventure Centre for more information.
Animal tour: Here's an adventure activity for those looking for exhilaration on the milder side. The Hoedspruit Reptile Centre welcomes you to take a self-guided tour of the spectacular animals on display. There are also curators who will answer your questions about these fascinating creatures time permitting.
Fishing: If you're itching to reel in a big one, the Klaserie Caravan Park is the place where you can get lucky. The dam here is famous for catch-and-release fishing of carp, bass, bream, and barbel.
Hunting: Hoedspruit is dotted with a number of hunting lodges that offer the avid hunter a chance to test their skills. Welverdiend Game Farm, for example, supports conservation through responsible and sustainable hunting.
Shooting: Get your hand on the trigger and practice your aim with Hoedspruit Defensive Pistol Club. This SADPA-affiliated sports shooting club brings together firearm enthusiasts for friendly firing.
Camping: For a night of fireside meals and slumbering under a starry sky, you'll do well in Hoedspruit. There are plenty of options for a wonderful camping experience. Klaserie Caravan Park, for example, provides a number of tents and chalets dotted around a dam.
Experience Hoedspruit's adventure activities
By moving to the Limpopo town, you can partake in everything it has to offer to your heart's content. Century 21 Wildlife Properties has a number of Hoedspruit properties for sale and properties to let in our portfolio. View them today and reach out to us, your local property practitioners in the area.