Lowveld National Botanical Garden

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The character of the Garden is shaped by the two main rivers that cut across it, namely, the Crocodile River and the Nels River. Before these two rivers converge in the Garden, the Crocodile River forms a breath taking waterfall, which can be viewed from the Visitors’ Centre’s viewpoint, whilst the confluence can be viewed at the Nels viewpoint. The Crocodile River, cuts deep into the granite bedrock to form a narrow gorge and a magnificent Nelspruit cascade, a fantastic sight when in full flow. An ever green Riparian forest lines along its banks whilst the eastern side is drier due to the steep slopes.

The African Rain forest is comprised of a unique collection of plants which represents the rapidly disappearing tropical forests of Central and West Africa. A complete ecosystem has been re-created here, from the high forest canopy, to the thick layer of herbaceous plants on the forest floor. Cycads are the most significant collection in the Lowveld Garden and they occupy a larger area in the Garden than any other group of plants. This collections rank extremely high in species diversity with a large

number of striking, mature specimens.

The Garden offers a picturesque background perfect for picnics and special functions.

Kuzuri Restaurant

The restaurant which is managed by an independent operator is situated where the patrons can view the waterfall whilst enjoying a scrumptious meal.