The Mary Shire Falls; green and lush views are punctuated by massive mountain ranges, plunging valleys and geological wonders. Its collection of pretty waterfalls - some mighty and powerful, others smaller and more romantic - are enticing for those that have ventured out on a hike and are looking for a place to have a cool dip, or for those in search of spectacular backdrops for their photographs. In addition, the Maria Shires Falls are about an hour's drive from the world-renowned Kruger National Park. Here, the Big Five (lion, elephant, leopard, rhino and buffalo) can be seen with some of their wildest cousins (hippo, kudu, eland, and jackal).