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Things To Do: Bourke’s Luck Potholes
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  • Written by Waxbag on Nov 30, 2004
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  • Graskop - Bourke’s Luck Potholes
  • Bourke’s Luck Potholes
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  • Bourke’s Luck Potholes are a strange formation of huge cylindrical holes that have been carved by decelerating river water with sand particles. The small canyon and holes are geologically interesting, although may not warrant the R20 entrance fee. It is none the less a highlight and you should see it if you are in the area. There is a small museum with some geological information as well as floral and fauna of the area.

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    Address: Mpumalanga, South Africa
    Directions: On the R532 towards Blyde River Canyon
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    Things To Do: Lisbon Falls and Rainbows
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  • Lisbon Falls is one of the best falls in the region. You can climb down a trail from the parking area and walk right up to the base of the falls where the water creates a lovely pool. The water is clear and crisp. It’s cold but take a dip if you wish. Behind the smaller falls is an old gold mine. You can climb up into the mine but it is very slippery and treacherous with all that water coming down on you.
    There is no entrance fee. Security appears to be fine

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    Address: Mpumalanga, South Africa
    Directions: The falls is located off of R532 about 8 kms from Graskop
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    Things To Do: Berlin Falls
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  • Berlin Falls is not nearly as beautiful as Lisbon Falls, but it is impressive. You can climb right up to the edge of falls which then falls over a completely vertical rock cliff.

    There are many vendors selling curios at the top of the falls.

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    Address: Mpumalanga, South Africa
    Directions: The Falls are about 15 kms away from Graskop on route to Blyde River along the R532
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    Comments for Waxbag about Graskop
    ludogatto Thu Feb 26, 2009 20:48 UTC
     perfect tips on the fall price and the ...local market!
    mvtouring Thu Sep 13, 2007 14:20 UTC
     Going there in 2 weeks time, cannot wait ;-)
    DesertRat Mon Sep 12, 2005 19:30 UTC
     Was at Mac Mac Falls in July 05. I do not remember paying R10 admission, and even if we did, that's no small fortune -- not even US$2.00. I do agree about the selection of handicrafts at the parking area. Excellent selection and even better prices.
    ukirsari Thu Dec 9, 2004 18:53 UTC
     so nice and tranquil. thanks for beautiful virtual visiting in your page, John!!!! well, you'll like old malacca when you're there. just beware: pretty damn hot temperature :)
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