New tariffs will soon be implemented in nature reserves around Mpumalanga as the Mpumalanga Tourism and Parks Agency (MTPA) announced its annual tariff review.

According to a statement by the MTPA, tariffs will remain largely unchanged in order to cater for the domestic market and to respond to the economic challenges faced by the tourism industry due to the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.

The new tariffs will be charged from November 1.

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“There will be no increase on the pricing for the current accommodation, except a minimal increase for some of the chalets at Manyeleti Nature Reserve, from R740 to R795,” said Johannes Nobunga, CEO of the MTPA.

Furthermore, the entrance fee at God’s Window will increase from R20 to R25 for locals. It will be adjusted accordingly for SADC and international visitors.

The tariff at Three Rondavels has remained unchanged at R35 for locals.

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An increase of R5 will be charged at the newly established day visitor facility at Mahushe Shongwe Nature Reserve, which includes newly built swimming pools, a picnic area with braai facilities, communal ablution and an upgraded conference centre.

Nobunga said that infrastructure at nature reserves would be upgraded continuously to provide visitors with the best possible experience.

For a detailed schedule of tariffs for each nature reserve, visit www.mpumalanga.com.