Phalaborwa sits at the western edge of the Kruger National Park, where the Park's Phalaborwa Gate gives direct access to the central and northern Kruger zones. It is a small mining and tourism town built around the Palabora copper mine — the country's largest open-cast copper operation — and a substantial tourism economy linked to Kruger access.

Where conferences happen

Phalaborwa Safari Park, Hans Merensky Hotel and Estates (a country and golf estate adjacent to Kruger), Kapama Karula (further south), plus a cluster of country lodges and B&Bs handle local conferencing.

When to pick Phalaborwa

Mining-sector events (Palabora Copper supplier and partner programmes), Kruger-corridor incentive programmes pairing with central or northern Kruger, and golf-led corporate retreats at Hans Merensky.