Nelspruit to Bela-Bela

• Tolls

  Budget for toll gates on the N4 and N1.
• Fuel

  Refuel in Pretoria to be safe.
• Traffic

  Be aware of heavy traffic on the N1.
• Timing

  Start early to avoid afternoon traffic.
• Navigation

  Use a GPS for the N1 highway exits.

• Traffic

  Maintain a safe distance from other vehicles.
• Emergency

  Keep a roadside assistance number handy.
• Visibility

  Use headlights at all times.
• Security

  Park in secure, well-lit areas.

• Is the N1 safe?
  Yes, it is a major, well-patrolled highway.
• How long is the drive?
  About 4 hours 30 minutes.
• Are there hotels?
  Yes, there are many lodges in Bela-Bela.
• Is it a toll road?
  Yes, the N1 is a toll road.
• What is the best time?
  Daylight hours are best.

• From Nelspruit, Mpumalanga, South Africa
• To Bela-Bela, Limpopo, South Africa
• Modes

Year-round, as the hot springs are always open.