Half-Day Panorama Route Tour from Hazyview: God’s Window, Blyde River Canyon & Lisbon Falls
Packed into a brisk morning, this half-day Panorama Route tour from Hazyview takes you to God’s Window, the Three Rondawels at Blyde River Canyon, and Lisbon Falls. It’s an efficient, guided primer on the escarpment’s geology, culture and best lookouts.
The Experience
Before You Go
Confirm pickup 72 hours ahead
Operators require a phone confirmation of your pickup time—call the number provided to avoid missed transfers.
Wear grippy walking shoes
Viewpoint paths include uneven rock and wet wooden steps; closed-toe shoes with traction keep you steady.
Bring a light layer
Temperatures can drop quickly on the escarpment even after a warm start in Hazyview—carry a windbreaker.
Carry small cash
Entrance fees are included, but small purchases at viewpoints or gratuities are usually cash-preferred.
Local Knowledge
Hidden Gems
- •Graskop Gorge Lift & boardwalk (short detour for a glass elevator and riverside walk)
- •Lower Lisbon Falls viewpoint and picnic spot below the main lookout
Wildlife
- •Vervet monkeys and chacma baboons near viewpoints
- •African fish eagle and other raptors along the canyon rim
Conservation Note
Blyde River Canyon is a protected area with fragile microhabitats—stick to trails, don’t feed wildlife, and heed local waste rules to limit impact.
The Panorama Route developed as settlers and later tourists moved along the Drakensberg escarpment; place names and routes reflect both indigenous Pedi heritage and 19th-century exploration.
Photographer's Notes
- • God’s Window main lookout
- • Three Rondawels/Blyde River Canyon viewpoint
- • Lisbon Falls upper lookout
What to Bring
Sturdy walking shoesEssential
Good traction for slippery or uneven viewpoint paths.
Sun hat and sunscreenEssential
The highveld sun is strong; protection prevents sunburn during exposed stops.
Light rain jacket or windbreakerEssential
Morning mist and sudden showers are common on the escarpment.
Camera or binoculars
To capture canyon panoramas and spot raptors or primates in the trees.
Common Questions
How long is the tour and what time does it start?
The tour is four hours and runs in the morning only; confirm exact pickup time with the operator 72 hours before departure.
Are entrance fees included?
Yes—entrance fees to the reserves and main viewpoints are included in the booking price.
Is the tour child-friendly?
Yes—children must be accompanied by an adult and infant seats are available on request.
Will there be long hikes?
No—stops are short walks from parking to lookouts, typically 20–30 minutes at each site.
Can I join from Kruger Park lodges?
Pickups are available from many hotels in the Hazyview/Phabeni area—check with the operator for specific surcharge locations.
What happens in bad weather?
The tour may operate in light rain; however, it can be cancelled if minimum passenger numbers aren’t met—cancel 24 hours before for a full refund.
Book This Experience
Check AvailabilityDuration
4 hours
Location
Hazyview, Mpumalanga
Difficulty
moderate
Fitness Level
Suitable for most fitness levels—requires short, easy walks and standing at viewpoints.
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