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Mapungubwe National Park Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels

national park in Limpopo, South Africa

About Mapungubwe National Park

Mapungubwe National Park is centred on the Mapungubwe Hill, once the capital of the eponymous kingdom. The landscape consists of sandstone formations and different kinds of forest and the park is also an archaeological site. In the national park you can encounter animals emblematic of Africa such as elephants, lions, Nile crocodiles, giraffes and antelopes. There are around 400 bird species in the park. The vegetation is dominated by baobab trees.

Where to Stay in Mapungubwe National Park

  • 🏨Leokwe Camp
  • 🏨Limpopo Forest Tented Camp
  • 🏨Mazhou Camping Site
  • 🏨Mopane Bush Lodge
  • 🏨Tshugulu Lodge
  • 🏨Vhembe Wilderness Camp

Mapungubwe National Park Travel Guide Sections

Our comprehensive guide covers 12 sections including:

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