🌎 South Africa 🇿🇦
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📍 The Pinnacle Rock
✈️ Singita Safari Lodge Airport (SSX)
🚗 147.1 KM
⏱️ 8 hours, 40 minutes
The Pinnacle Rock, located near Graskop, Mpumalanga, South Africa, is a striking freestanding quartzite buttress that rises dramatically from the dense indigenous forest. It offers panoramic views of the Lowveld and is a popular stop along the Panorama Route. The site is generally accessible, though some viewpoints might have limited accessibility for those with mobility issues. A visit can be undertaken solo, as the site is well-marked and safe, though guided tours are available in the area for a more in-depth understanding of the local geology and ecology. There are no significant seasonal restrictions, though the views are clearest on days with good visibility, so checking weather conditions beforehand is advised. The cost is minimal, typically involving parking or entrance fees to the Panorama Route, and a typical visit duration is around 30-60 minutes, depending on how long you spend enjoying the views and taking photographs.