The WildNet Africa on-line directory of destinations, safaris, products and services available in Africa.THESE DIRECTORY ENTRIES PROVIDE BASIC CONTACT DETAILS ONLY. VISIT THE WEBSITE IF AVAILABLE. THE WILDNET AFRICA HOME PAGE WILL LEAD YOU TO DESTINATIONS AND SERVICES WITH FULL ON-LINE INFORMATION.  LOWVELD NATIONAL BOTANICAL GARDENPostal address: P O BOX 1024, NELSPRUIT, 1200, SOUTH AFRICA Tel (International): +27-13-7525531 Tel (South Africa): 013-7525531 Fax (International): +27-13-7526216 Fax (South Africa): 013-7526216 e-Mail: info@nbipre.nbi.ac.za Web Home Page: Our situation/ areas of operation:MPUMALANGA, SOUTH AFRICAOur type of wildlife enterprise:GAME/NATURE RESERVEOur wildlife products and/or services:NATURE EXPERIENCE, TRAILS The Lowveld National Botanic Garden covers 150 ha, about a quarter of which has been cultivated and consists of formal planted areas, whereas the remaining area of the garden is maintained in its natural state. Lying along the banks of the Crocodile River, the garden boasts a variety of vegetation types, including typical Lowveld bush, march, gallery forest and plants associated with rocky slopes. Some 500 plant species grow here, including many trees. To date 245 bird species have been recorded, and a number of reptile and small mammal species occur. Location: North-eastern Mpumalanga; Nelspruit. Access: Clearly signposted from Nelspruit town centre. Accommodation: None. There are hotels and a camping site in Nelspruit. Other facilities: Picnic site; 2-km nature trail; pathways; information centre. Open: Throughout the year Opening time: 07h00 to 16h30. Beware: Bilharzia |
