Malelane is a farming town in Mpumalanga, South Africa situated on the N4 national highway. The farms in the region produce sugarcane, subtropical fruit and winter vegetables. The town was proclaimed in 1949. The name of the town is thought to have originated from a Swazi word which means "Place of the Ilala palm". It is a mere ten minutes from the Malelane Gate of the Kruger National Park.

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Local Attractions in Malelane

Dine at The Sugar Train Restaurant

This magnificent restaurant offers one of the most spectacular settings in the Nkomazi region. Enjoy a cocktail or an ice cold drink while sitting on the wooden deck overlooking the beautiful lake, the lodge and our expansive gardens.

Golf at Leopard Creek

Leopard Creek was founded on the values of friendship, a common love of the game of golf and a shared reverence for nature. Innovative architectural and landscaping techniques ensure that the Leopard Creek Golf Course and living areas are naturally protected from animals, while lakes and small streams have been diverted through the development to create scenic vistas and interesting golf.

Explore Malelane Kruger Gate

Less than an hour's drive from Nelspruit, the Malelane Gate is one of the easiest ways into the National Kruger Park. It lies on the Crocodile River, some 50km from Crocodile Bridge, just past the town of Malelane in Mpumalanga. The south of the park is popular with tourists and well-known for its abundant wildlife and sightings.