Sudwala Caves
Caves formed in extremely ancient dolomite. The enormous circular "amphitheatre" chamber can hold several hundred people, and there is a dinosaur park beside the caves.
Sudwala Caves lies about 35 kilometres west of Mbombela (Nelspruit). The caves are formed in dolomite that took billions of years to form, making them among the oldest known cave systems in the world. The standard guided tour lasts about one hour and penetrates roughly 600 metres into the cave, passing stalactites, stalagmites and the "amphitheatre" chamber, which is about 67 metres across. The caves are named after a Swazi chief who took refuge here in the 19th century. Next door, the dinosaur park displays life-sized dinosaur models, which make it a good choice for families. The caves are open daily, and the entrance ticket includes the guided tour.
Opening hours
Approx. 08:30–16:30; tours run by session
Nearby sights
- Lone Creek Falls
- Lowveld National Botanical Garden
- Mac-Mac Falls
- Graskop Gorge Lift
- Graskop
- Pilgrim's Rest
- The Pinnacle Rock
- Lisbon Falls