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Frequently Asked Questions

The Estate

Wildlife

Leisure

Security and access to the estate

Emergencies

Lifestyle and rules

What are important rules for living on Raptor’s View?

We have some essential rules which protect our lifestyle and safety on the estate. Further details may be found in the Residents Handbook but the core principles are:

Building and home ownership

Schools

The Hoedspruit area is well served by a number of good schools including one on the estate, giving parents choices with regard to the education of their children.

Hoedspruit Town

Hoedspruit, an Afrikaans word meaning Hat Creek, is a small but growing tourism and agricultural centre. Hoedspruit is located in Maruleng Municipality in the central Lowveld, near to the Kruger National Park and the Blyde River Canyon. It falls within the Kruger to Canyons Biosphere, an area of great natural beauty and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Hoedspruit is surrounded by rich farmlands, primarily mango and citrus production. It is also surrounded by private game reserves and the area attracts tourists from around the world, making eco-tourism a significant contributor to the local economy.

What attractions and activities are there in the Hoedspruit area?

From visits to the world famous Kruger National Park, to ballooning over the Blyde canyon, boat cruises on the Blyde Dam at Swadini, and trips to the iconic Mariepskop mountain, the Hoedspruit area is rich in attractions and activities.

A map is available from the Tourist Centre and shops.

Medical Practitioners

You can download a full list of medical services available in Hoedspruit here.